Regular Council Meeting

" That the County Council Agenda for Thursday, August 18, 2022 be approved, as amended , to include Item 13.c., 'Tourism Relief Fund', and Closed Session Item 16.(v) to address property matters before an administrative tribunal, and advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege."

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

" That Council adopt all recommendations from the six Standing Committees, as contained within the Committee Minutes (meetings held August 2, 3 & 4, 2022).

" Whereas the Economic Development, Tourism and Land Use Planning Committee received a verbal update from Director Dan Borowec regarding 'Department Activities Summary Update', at the August 3, 2022 meeting; That County Council receive the verbal update and written report 2022-120 'Department Activities Summary Update' for information."

"Whereas County Council previously adopted Report 2022-031 ‘Restricted Acts of Council and Delegation of Authority’ and enacted By-law 07-2022, ‘A By-law to Delegate Authority to the Chief Administrative Officer and the Director of Finance/Treasurer for the Period of August 19 - December 14, 2022’; and Whereas the deadline to register to run in the October 24, 2022 municipal election is Nomination Day, August 19, 2022; Be It Resolved That Council receive Report 2022-128, ‘Restricted Acts of Council – “Lame Duck” Period Update’ for information, noting that it is accurate and relevant as of the time of writing this report; and Further Be It Resolved That Council direct the County Clerk to advise Council, the seven member municipalities, and the public of the status of County Council and any acts from which it is restricted, once the certified nominations and any acclamations are confirmed by the seven member municipalities.”

“ That County Council, having considered Report 2022-129 ‘Joint Fire Service and Public Works Communications Tower Update’, receive this report for information noting that during the implementation of upgrading to the Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) System to provide County wide radio coverage for Fire Services and Public Works, it was determined that the County communications tower is still required at the current location to meet the project objectives; and Further That County Council approve the installation of a new tower, solely for the County and member municipality Fires Services and Public Works use at the current location at an additional cost of approximately $100,000; and Further That County Council approve the transfer of up to $100,000 in funds from the County General Reserve to upfront the capital cost of the new tower and that the final cost will be borne solely by Northumberland County, and Further That Council direct staff to prepare information for the upcoming budget discussions and meetings as to how the costs could be borne by Northumberland County.” * This amendment to the staff recommendation was voted on twice due to a procedural error, and the result

" Whereas the Corporation of the County of Northumberland has received $52,323 in funding from the FedDev Ontario Tourism Relief Fund to support the 'Northumberland Tourism Wellness Experience Development Program'; and Whereas the funding received is based on eligible expenses incurred to date; and Whereas the total amount of funding expected is $97,000; Be It Resolved Th at Northumberland County Council continues to support the Northumberland Tourism Wellness Experience Development Program."

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

“ Whereas Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 19 - 25, 2022; and Whereas it is in the public’s interest to raise citizens’ awareness of the damages of ignoring safety warnings at level crossings and trespassing on rail property to reduce avoidable deaths, injuries and damages caused by incidents involving trains and citizens; and Whereas Operation Lifesaver is a public/private partnership whose aim is to work with the public, rail industry, governments, police services, media, and others to raise rail safety awareness; and Whereas it is prudent for Northumberland County to adopt this resolution in support of its ongoing efforts to raise awareness, save lives and prevent injuries in communities, including our municipality; and Whereas busy freight and passenger rail lines extend throughout Northumberland County; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim September 19 - 25, 2022 as Rail Safety Week in Northumberland County, and remind all citizens that rail safety is everyone’s responsibility.”

“ Whereas September of each year is recognized across Canada as Hunger Action Month by Food Banks Canada, its provincial food bank associations, community food banks and local food assistance programs; and Whereas addressing the household food security needs of children, youth, adults, and families today is fundamental to the future of Northumberland County; and Whereas the need for comprehensive coordinated emergency food programs places upon our community a critical responsibility; and Whereas Hunger Action Month is a time when we recognize the work being done at local food banks, school nutrition programs, community meal and hunger relief programs; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim September 2022 as Hunger Action Month in Northumberland County.”

" That this Council proceed with the next portion of the meeting being closed to the public at 9:59 a.m.; and (i) Further that the meeting is closed to the public as permitted under the Municipal Act Section 239 (d) in order to address matters related to labour relations or employee negotiations involving Northumberland County CUPE 1203 Collective Bargaining, and that Jennifer Moore, Lisa Ainsworth, Denise Marshall, Nancy MacDonald, Maddison Ellis, and Cheryl Sanders remain present. (ii) Further That the meeting is closed to the public as permitted under the Municipal Act Section 239 (2.k) in order to address confidential negotiation matters involving the Northumberland County Archives and Museum, and that Jennifer Moore, Lisa Ainsworth, Abigail Miller, Nancy MacDonald, Maddison Ellis, and Cheryl Sanders remain present. (iii) Further That the meeting is closed to the public as permitted under the Municipal Act Section 239.(2.e) in order to address matters relating to County Infrastructure and litigation and potential litigation matters, and that Jennifer Moore, Bill Detlor, Lisa Ainsworth, Denise Marshall, Glenn Dees, Kate Campbell, Darrell Mast, Nancy MacDonald, Maddison Ellis, and Cheryl Sanders remain present; and (iv) Further That the meeting is closed to the public as permitted under the Municipal Act Section 239 (2.c) in order to address matters related to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board involving the Northumbe

" That this Council rise from Closed Session at 1:05 p.m.; and (i) Further That the confidential resolution moved in Closed Session regarding Northumberland County CUPE 1203 Collective Bargaining is hereby

Mandy Martin "That Council adjourn at 1:06 p.m."