Regular Council Meeting

"That the County Council Agenda for Wednesday, May 18 2022 be approved."

That County Council receive the information and presentation materials provided by EORN staff, regarding the Eastern Ontario Regional Network's 'Cell Gap Project', for information."

"That the Minutes of the County Council Session of April 20, 2022 and the Minutes of the Special Council Session of May 4, 2022 be approved as distributed and the determinations contained therein be deemed those of Council."

"That Council adopt all recommendations from the five Standing Committees, as contained within the Committee Minutes (meetings held May 2, 3 & 4, 2022), with the exception of any items noted on the Agenda which require separate discussion; and Further That the items listed in Item 11.a (if required) be held for separate discussion and separate resolutions."

Mandy Martin " That Council, having reviewed Report 2022-068 "Non-Union Comparator Group Change' (considered at the May 3, 2022 Corporate Support Committee), and the additional information provided at today's Council meeting, adopt the recommended twelve comparators, namely: County of Prince Edward, County of Lennox & Addington, County of Lanark, United Counties of Leeds & Grenville, County of Haldimand, County of Renfrew, County of Hastings, County of Frontenac, County of Peterborough, Municipality of Clarington, Town of Whitby, and City of Cornwall; and Further That Council authorize the non-union cost of living calculation to be granted, in accordance with HR Policy 4.3.7 Compensation, annually on January 1st without additional approval from Council, and Further That Council direct staff to update the HP Policy 4.3.7 Compensation."

" Whereas the Economic Development, Tourism and Land Use Planning Committee received a verbal update from Chair Bob Sanderson and Director Dan Borowec regarding VIA Train 651 Service, at the May 4, 2022 meeting; That County Council, having considered this matter, direct County Economic Development staff to strongly advocate for reinstatement of VIA Train 651, and detail the economic impact for VIA and communities; and Further That the Committee recommend that County Council direct County Economic Development staff to liaise with staff at all the member municipalities."

Mandy Martin " That By-law 13-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 2020-19 being a By-law to Delegate Authority in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic’ be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

Mandy Martin " That By-law 14-2022 being a by-law to appoint a Community Emergency Management Coordinator be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

Mandy Martin " That By-law 15-2022 being a by-law to appoint a Municipal Law Officer for the County of Northumberland be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

Mandy Martin " That By-law 16-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 44-98, being a by-law to provide property tax rebates for eligible charities in the County of Northumberland be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

Mandy Martin " That By-law 17-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 2018-25 and to enact a By-law for Small Scale On-Farm Business Classes for Industrial and Commercial Property Tax Classes be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

" That By-law 18-2022 being a by-law for Northumberland County Inspection Services to administer a septic re-inspection program be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

Mandy Martin “ That County Council having considered Report 2022-076 ‘RFQ 22-14 Loomis Bridge Replacement Award’, receive this report for information, noting that the bid from Fidelity Engineering & Construction Inc., in the amount of $584,011.80 (plus tax) is the lowest bid meeting all specifications, and will be funded using a combination of funding from the Public Works Capital reserve specific to bridge works and the 2022 OCIF formula funding; and, Further That County Council award RFQ 22-14 to Fidelity Engineering & Construction Inc. for the replacement of Loomis Bridge; and, Further That County Council authorize the transfer of $450,000 from the Public Works Capital reserve to the 2022 Capital Bridge Program for the Loomis Bridge Replacement project.”

“ That County Council having considered Report 2022-078 ‘Award of Tender 22-17 - County Road 18 Intersection Improvements at Telephone Road and Danforth Road West’, receive this report for information, noting that the bid received from Drain Bros Excavating Limited, in the amount of $3,092,941.45 plus HST is the lowest bid meeting all specifications and that this bid combined with other project costs is greater than the 2022 budget amount of $3,500,000; and Further That an additional $236,285.17 be allocated to fund Tender 22-17 from the total savings of $681,772.68 that were realized previously on the County Road 42 Rehabilitation project and retained within the 2022 Transportation Budget to fund other 2022 capital works projects as necessary; and Further That County Council award Tender 22-17 for County Road 18 Intersection Improvements at Telephone Road and Danforth Road West to Drain Bros Excavating Limited in the amount of $3,092,941.45 plus HST, all accordance with their bid submitted May 2, 2022.”

Mandy Martin " That County Council receive the verbal update regarding the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, provided by Warden Crate, for information."

“ Whereas under the Accessible Canada Act 2019, c. 10 (Section 133), throughout Canada each year, the week starting on the last Sunday in May is to be known as National AccessAbility Week, and is an opportunity to promote accessibility and inclusion across communities and workplaces, and a time to celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities and to be inspired to further break down barriers; and Whereas a national accessibility week was first established following Paralympian Rick Hanson’s Man in Motion World Tour in 1987; and Whereas the County of Northumberland is committed to accessibility; and Whereas for the week of May 29 – June 4, 2022, the Northumberland Accessibility Advisory Committee (NAAC) approved a variety of awareness activities, in consultation with Communications; and Whereas the theme of “Let’s Make Northumberland More Accessible” raises awareness that we can work together to improve services for the Northumberland community; and Whereas the County staff named below were honoured with a “Helping Hands Award” to recognize their efforts at embracing accessibility by going above and beyond mere compliance with accessibility legislation: Drew Allan and Joel Johnson , Maintenance Technicians, Public Works, Facilities For excellence in the Design of Public Spaces, installing 20+ automatic door operators in County buildings over the past 12-18 months, installing several accessible washroom bits with automatic door operators, touch free buttons, emerge

“ Whereas June is recognized as Pride Month in Canada and around the world as an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of LGBTQ2S+ individuals across Canada; to reflect on the trials the LGBTQ2S+ community has endured and overcome; and to recommit to the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in our community; and Whereas Northumberland County celebrates the diversity of gender and sexual minority communities including Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, TwoSpirit, and more; and Whereas it is important to reflect on the progress made to recognize and protect the rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community, while acknowledging there is still much work to be done; and Whereas awareness and education are vital to end discrimination and violence based on gender identity and sexual orientation; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim the month of June 2022 to be Pride Month in Northumberland County.”

Les Andrews " That this Council rise from Closed Session at 11:10 a.m.; and Further That the confidential resolution moved in Closed Session regarding the information supplied to Northumberland County, in confidence, is hereby

That Council adjourn at 11:10 a.m."

"That Council, having reviewed Report 2022-068 "Non-Union Comparator Group Change' (considered at the May 3, 2022 Corporate Support Committee), and the additional information provided at today's Council meeting, adopt the recommended twelve comparators, namely: County of Prince Edward, County of Lennox & Addington, County of Lanark, United Counties of Leeds & Grenville, County of Haldimand, County of Renfrew, County of Hastings, County of Frontenac, County of Peterborough, Municipality of Clarington, Town of Whitby, and City of Cornwall; and Further That Council authorize the non-union cost of living calculation to be granted, in accordance with HR Policy 4.3.7 Compensation, annually on January 1st without additional approval from Council, and Further That Council direct staff to update the HP Policy 4.3.7 Compensation."

"That By-law 13-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 2020-19 being a By-law to Delegate Authority in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic’ be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

"That By-law 14-2022 being a by-law to appoint a Community Emergency Management Coordinator be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

"That By-law 15-2022 being a by-law to appoint a Municipal Law Officer for the County of Northumberland be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

"That By-law 16-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 44-98, being a by- law to provide property tax rebates for eligible charities in the County of Northumberland be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

"That By-law 17-2022 being a by-law to repeal By-law 2018-25 and to enact a By-law for Small Scale On-Farm Business Classes for Industrial and Commercial Property Tax Classes be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 18th day of May, 2022."

“That County Council having considered Report 2022-076 ‘RFQ 22-14 Loomis Bridge Replacement Award’, receive this report for information, noting that the bid from Fidelity Engineering & Construction Inc., in the amount of $584,011.80 (plus tax) is the lowest bid meeting all specifications, and will be funded using a combination of funding from the Public Works Capital reserve specific to bridge works and the 2022 OCIF formula funding; and, Further That County Council award RFQ 22-14 to Fidelity Engineering & Construction Inc. for the replacement of Loomis Bridge; and, Further That County Council authorize the transfer of $450,000 from the Public Works Capital reserve to the 2022 Capital Bridge Program for the Loomis Bridge Replacement project.”

"That County Council receive the verbal update regarding the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, provided by Warden Crate, for information."

“Whereas the Month of June is recognized as National Indigenous History Month – an opportunity to increase the visibility of Indigenous contributions, experiences, values and cultures, and to build bridges of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people throughout Canada and in Northumberland County; and Whereas June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to honour the unique history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples; and "Whereas Northumberland County recognizes that the Mississauga Nation – on whose territory Northumberland County is located – are the collective stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come; and Whereas Northumberland County strives to be an inclusive community and encourages all residents to reflect, learn, and take action in a meaningful way towards reconciliation in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, do hereby proclaim the month of June 2022 as National Indigenous History Month and the date of June 21, 2022 as National Indigenous Peoples Day in Northumberland County.”

"That this Council proceed with the next portion of the meeting being closed to the public at 10:57 p.m.; and Further That the meeting is closed to the public as permitted under the Municipal Act Section 239.(2.i) in order to address matters pertaining to a trade secret or scientific, technical, commercial, financial or labour relations information, supplied in confidence to the Corporation of the County of Northumberland, which, if disclosed, could reasonably be expected to prejudice significantly the competitive position or interfere significantly with the contractual or other negotiations of a person, group of persons, or organization, more specifically, cell tower location information; and Further That Jennifer Moore, Heather Wrightly, Lisa Severson (Eastern Ontario Regional Network), Kate Campbell, Dan Borowec, Darrell Mast, Nancy MacDonald, and Maddison Ellis remain present."

"That this Council rise from Closed Session at 11:10 a.m.; and Further That the confidential resolution moved in Closed Session regarding the information supplied to Northumberland County, in confidence, is hereby

"That By-law 19-2022 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of County Council held on May 18, 2022 be introduced, be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, be passed, signed and sealed."