Regular Council Meeting

Mandy Martin "That the County Council Agenda for Wednesday, May 19, 2021 be approved."

Mandy Martin "That the Minutes of the County Council Session of April 21, 2021 be approved as distributed and the determinations contained therein be deemed those of Council."

" That the memo dated May 5, 2021 'Report on a Verbal Update of the Natural Heritage System presented at the April 21, 2021 Council Meeting and County Official Plan Update and Natural Heritage System Amendment Report on Communications and Engagement Activities', be received for information."

" That Council adopt the Community Health Committee Recommendation, regarding the delegation request from Northumberland Hills Hospital, and Campbellford Memorial Hospital, as presented."

Mandy Martin " That Northumberland County Council adopt all recommendations from the six Standing Committees and contained within the Committees' minutes (May 3, 4, and 5, 2021 meetings), with the exception of any items identified by Members, which Council will consider individually."

Mandy Martin " That County Council receive the '2019-2023 Strategic Plan Quarterly Update' for information."

"That County Council receive the Community Safety and Well-Being Advisory Committee Update for information."

" That By-law 17-2021 being a by-law to Repeal By-law 2019-20, and Enact a By-law to Provide for Municipal Housing Facilities be introduced, deemed to be read a first, second and third time, passed, signed and sealed this 19th day of May, 2021."

" That the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus verbal update be received for information."

“ Whereas public works professionals focus on infrastructure, facilities and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life and well-being of the people of the County of Northumberland, and Whereas these infrastructure, facilities and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, who are engineers, managers, and employees at all levels of government and the private sector, who are responsible for rebuilding, improving and protecting our nation’s transportation, water supply, water treatment and solid waste systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential for our citizens, and Whereas it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders and children in the County of Northumberland to gain knowledge of and to maintain an ongoing interest and understanding of the importance of public works and public works programs in their respective communities, and Whereas the year 2021 marks the 61st annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the Canadian/American Public Works Association; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Bob Crate, on behalf of the County of Northumberland do hereby designate the week May 16 – 22, 2021 as National Public Works Week; and Further That I urge all citizens to join with representatives of the Canadian Public Works Association/American Public Works Association and government agencies in paying

“ Whereas one week in May of each year is recognized across North America as Paramedic Services Week by municipalities, Paramedic organizations and associations, as well as other levels of government; and Whereas the 2021 Paramedic Services Week is May 23-29, 2021; and Whereas the theme for this year is Paramedic as Educator – Citizen Ready; and Whereas paramedics dedicate their lives to public service, and their skills often make the difference between life and death; and Whereas the services, dedication and commitment of our highly trained Paramedics deserves to be recognized and honoured; and Whereas Northumberland County wishes to recognize the important contribution of the 120 full-time and part-time paramedics who work out of six bases across the County, as well as recognize the paramedics across Canada; and Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, hereby proclaims May 23-29, 2021 as ‘Paramedic Services Week’ in Northumberland County, and urge our fellow community members to recognize the vital contributions provided by all Paramedics in Northumberland.”

“ Whereas Menstrual Hygiene Day was established as a global day of action on period poverty and stigma; and Whereas Menstrual Hygiene Day is a day where citizens can come together to recognize the effect of period poverty in our community and the impact of menstrual inequities on those experience a period while living in poverty; and Whereas it is fitting and proper to create change that will create an equitable community for all where all people can live with the dignity they deserve; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council do hereby proclaim May 28, 2021 to be Menstrual Hygiene Day in Northumberland County.”

“ Whereas under the Accessible Canada Act 2019, c. 10 (Section 133), throughout Canada each year, the week staring 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 30 – June 5, 2021 the Northumberland Accessibility Advisory Committee (NAAC) approved a variety of awareness activities, in consultation with Communications; and Whereas the NAAC chose the theme of “Get Involved” and will invite residents with disabilities to provide input on the development of the County’s 2022-2025 Multi Year Accessibility Plan; 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: Chris Lunn, Finance Administrative Clerk, Finance • For his customer service excellence, carrying out recycling bins for customers with mobility issues and seniors, demonstrating care and support for people with disabilities, and offering support without being asked. • For his commitment and

“ Whereas the Month of June is recognized as National Indigenous History Month; and Whereas this is an opportunity to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures, distinctive languages, and the spiritual beliefs of Indigenous peoples, as well as their exceptional contributions (past and present) that continue to enrich our community; and Whereas Northumberland County has been honoured to learn about the history of Alderville First Nation and the Mississauga Anishinaabeg, and recognizes the proud heritage and outstanding achievements of the people of Alderville First Nation; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Bob Crate, on behalf of the County of Northumberland, proclaim the month of June as National Indigenous History Month in Northumberland County; and Further That I urge all residents to take time to educate themselves about the diverse and vibrant Indigenous peoples of our country - the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis.”

“ Whereas June is recognized as Pride Month in Canada and around the world as an opportunity to celebrate sexual diversity, promote equal rights, and build awareness of the challenges faced by the LGBTQ2S+ community; and Whereas Pride Month is an opportunity to prevent discrimination and promote acceptance and inclusion of all, and to support the development of harmonious and respectful relationships amongst all members of our community; and Whereas Northumberland County celebrates the diversity of our gender and sexual minority communities including Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Two-Spirit, and more (LGBTQ2S+), and expresses a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization and our community; and Whereas during Pride Month we can all reflect on the progress made to recognize and protect the rights of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and the work that still needs to be done; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, hereby proclaims the month of June, 2021 as Pride Month in the County of Northumberland.”

“ Whereas June is recognized as Seniors Month in Ontario and is an annual nationwide celebration; and Whereas this year’s theme is ‘Stay safe, active, and connected’; and Whereas it’s a time when we recognize our amazing older adults and the contributions they make in the life and vibrancy of our communities; and Whereas seniors contribute immensely to Northumberland County as active leaders, mentors, volunteers, and their past and present contributions warrant appreciation and recognition; Whereas we want to ensure that seniors remain safe, healthy, engaged and live life to the fullest during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Warden Robert Crate, on behalf of Northumberland County Council, hereby proclaims the month of June, 2021 as Seniors’ Month in the County of Northumberland.”

Mandy Martin " That this Council rise from Closed Session at 12:18 p.m.; and Further That County Council receive the Broadband verbal update, provided in Closed Session, for information; and Further That County Council receive the 'Accessible Documents and Remediation Process presentation, provided in Closed Session, for information.”

"That By-law 18-2021 being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of a meeting of County Council held on May 19, 2021, be introduced, be deemed to be read a first, second and third time, be passed, signed and sealed."

"That Council adjourn at 12:20 p.m."