Council Meeting Reports June 2025
REGULAR MEETING of COUNCIL Wednesday June 4th, 2025
The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and councillor Brunelle in attendance. Councillors Walma and Helowka were late arriving. Mayor Evans in the chair.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- New Administration Centre Update (Tim Leitch, Director of Public Works) Director Leitch advised that the archaeological study is complete, no concerns noted; the geological study is underway with no potential issues so far. Grubbing on site to begin, 99% of design complete. The Class C quote is still being worked on. Early September is the anticipated construction start date.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (15-minute allotment)
Request for Beach Signage on Tiny Beaches Road: Mr. Peter Clute requested that Council consider installing signage along Tiny Beaches Road to identify and preserve the historic beach names, enhance local heritage, assist with wayfinding, and promote a sense of place within the Township.
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
Selection of Council Member Representative for Township of Tiny Bursary Scoring Committee: Councillor Walma volunteered to continue being the council representative on this committee which was approved.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Resolution regarding the naming of the Toanche Park baseball diamond in honour of Larry Patenaude: Council approved the recommendation.
NOTICE OF MOTION
Councillor Walma brought forward a notice of motion requesting a staff report on properties with potential for affordable housing development.
BY-LAWS
By-law 25-030 – Being a By-law to amend By-law 22-075 being the Zoning By-law for The Corporation of the Township of Tiny with respect to Part Block A, Plan 97, West side of Penetanguishene Road, South side of River (8144 Highway 93): Council approved the by-law unanimously.
By-law 25-031 – Being a by-law to authorize Internet/Telephone Voting for the 2026 Municipal Election and Subsequent Municipal Elections: Council approved the by-law with Councillor Brunelle opposed.
COMMITTEE of the WHOLE MEETING Wednesday June 4th, 2025
The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and councillors Helowka, Brunelle and Walma in attendance. Councillor Brunelle in the chair.
REPORTS of CONSULTANTS or THIRD PARTIES
Midland Public Library – 2025 Update on Library Services
Barb Kettle, Board Member and Trish Hayes, CEO provided an overview of the Midland Public Library’s services and recent activity. Highlights included increases in active membership, physical and digital resource use, and program participation. The Library offers a wide range of services including special lending kits, maker and tech programming, summer reading initiatives, and support for small businesses. The Library continues to build strong community partnerships and provides space and support for wellness, accessibility, and lifelong learning for all. Council received the report as information.
Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. – Ontario Regulation 453/07 Water Financial Plan
Ms. Nancy Neale provided an overview of the Township of Tiny Water Financial Plan, prepared as a legislative requirement under Ontario Regulation 453/07 for the renewal of the Township’s municipal drinking water licence. The plan outlines a financial forecast from 2025 to 2034, addressing capital and operational needs in alignment with the 2024 Water and Wastewater Rate Study. Key legislative and reporting requirements were reviewed, including the need for Council approval and public availability of the plan. The presentation was received as information.
MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION
Discussion/ Deputation by Rosemary Allan – Farlain Lake Water Levels
Staff confirmed they are working on rising water concerns with various agencies to explore solutions and will report back with options. It was noted by Director Leitch that sandbags were provided at the request of the association. Councillor Walma thanked staff for the delegation request submitted for the upcoming AMO Conference regarding lake and water quality. Council recommended that a staff report be prepared identifying proposed action to be taken.
Discussion/ Deputation by Cate Root, Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North – Housing in North Simcoe
Council discussed budget and timing implications associated with the request and recommended that the matter be referred to staff for a report to address planning considerations and potential budget implications.
County of Simcoe – Request to Consider Consent of County of Simcoe By-law 7119-25 to Change the Composition of County Council
Council discussed the proposed County of Simcoe composition bylaw, which was passed at the County using weighted voting and proposes reducing County Council from 32 to 16 members. If ratified, amendments to the County’s Procedure By-law will also be required. It was noted that the by-law must receive triple majority approval: having passed at the County, it now requires support from a majority of municipalities representing a majority of the County’s population. Comments included clarification that the population-based weighted voting method remains unchanged, acknowledgement of approved pay increases for the next term, and consideration of the overall financial impact.
Mayor Evans and Councillor Brunelle supported the motion with Deputy Mayor Miskimins and Councillor Walma opposed. Councillor Helowka abstained from voting on the matter and as such the motion was lost. At the June 25th CoW meeting Councillor Helowka changed his mind and voted for the motion.
Clerk’s Report CR-013-25 – Citizen Code of Conduct
After discussion, the proposed Citizen Code of Conduct was received and adopted; the authorizing By-law will be presented at the June 25, 2025, Regular Meeting of Council. Details here.
Recreation Report REC-008-25 – Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Terms of Reference Amendments
Councillor Brunelle requested clarification on the term length for the elected representative and the qualifications expected of youth allies. Council also discussed the potential to broaden the definition of a human rights focus to enhance inclusivity.
After discussion it was recommended that the Recreation report be received to amend the Youth Advisory Committee terms of reference and a by-law be considered at the June 25, 2025 Regular Meeting of Council.
Mutual Release and Termination of Temporary Use Agreement (Garden Suite) – 200 Tiny/Flos Townline – V. Hummelink and N. Hummelink, owners
After discussion, council approved the request for termination and release of the temporary use agreement from title to the property and that a by-law be considered at the June 25, 2025 Regular Meeting of Council.
Public Works Report PWR-015-25 – Water Department 5 Year Financial Plan
After discussion, the Water Department 5 Year Financial Plan was received and Council approved Public Works Report PWR-015-25 complete with the attached Water Department 5 Year Financial Plan as required by O. Regulation 453/07 and the Drinking Water Quality Management System (DWQMS).
Public Works Report PWR-016-25 – 2025 Loader Backhoe Procurement
After discussion, Council directed staff to proceed with Option 1 – to purchase a JCB 3CX-14 Pro Loader Backhoe through the LAS Canoe Procurement Group for $160,221.25 + HST, including the trade in of the Township’s existing loader backhoe (R103).
COMMUNICATIONS
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERAITON
Rob and Trish Campbell – Noise By-law Exemption: Council approved a Noise By-law Exemption request dated May 7, 2025, from Rob and Trish Campbell for a private event at 2211 Tiny Beaches Road South, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, and directed the Chief Municipal Law Enforcement Officer to advise accordingly.
CONFIDENTIAL/CLOSED SESSION
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Applications: Council discussed the appointment of a member to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee and directed staff to proceed with the appointment.
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL Wednesday June 25th, 2025
The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and councillors Brunelle and Helowka in attendance. Councillors Walma absent. Mayor Evans in the chair.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
- Georgian Shores Seniors and Bayshore Seniors were presented with annual cheques for their contributions to the municipal seniors active living program.
- Township of Tiny – Ad Hoc Citizens’ Committee on Council Remuneration: The Committee is currently reviewing the compensation provided to members of Council. The committee is seeking feedback from the community which will play an important role in shaping potential changes that may take effect for the 2026–2030.
- County-wide Transit Review has been launched by the County of Simcoe inviting residents, businesses, stakeholders, and partners to help shape the future of public transit across Simcoe County.
- New Administration Centre Update (Tim Leitch, Director of Public Works) Director Leitch advised the site is under construction, not safe for public access and signed accordingly. The Ad Hoc Committee will start meeting in July.
- July Council Meeting Cancelled
DEPUTATIONS TO COUNCIL
Donald Stubbs – Labour Day Weekend at Georgian Bay Park
Mr. Stubbs gave a brief report on the outcomes and community impact of the Georgian Bay Festival held on June 7. Highlights include attendance, economic benefits, and public response.
He then gave an update regarding the zoning and site plan status as it relates to the Grimm Grounds Halloween Attraction, hosted in October at Georgian Bay Park and requested clarification or affirmation of compliance within the current land use framework.
He summarized with an overview of the upcoming Music and Grilled Cheese Challenge scheduled for August 30 at Georgian Bay Park. He briefly outlined event planning, community engagement goals, and anticipated benefits.
REPORTS OF CONSULTANT OR THIRD PARTIES
Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan 2025-2029
Ms. Karie Warner, Avail Consulting presented the initial plan and the proposed plan moving forward.
In Ontario, every municipality is required to develop, adopt, and implement a Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (Part XVI). These plans follow the provincial CSWB framework that focuses on four key areas: social development, prevention, risk intervention, and emergency response. The goal is to work together, across sectors, to address issues early and create stronger outcomes for everyone.
This 2025-2029 CSWB Plan for North Simcoe reflects what has been learned since the release of the first Plan (2021-2025), through local data and community input. By coordinating efforts across health, housing, policing, and social supports, the Plan can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives and strengthen our community. Read the full presentation.
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
- Granular Material Tender Award Council approved that the 2025 gravel tender be awarded to Duivenvoorden Haulage, with the lowest tendered price for this project of $148,149 + HST which fits within the allocated $155,000 in the 2025 Operating Budget
- North Shore Drive – Return to Gravel North Shore drive is a 2.2 km surface treated road in the northwest corner of the Township. The condition of the road has deteriorated to the point where staff are spending an inordinate amount of time and funds patching the current surface. Council approved staff recommendation to pulverize the road to turn it to a gravel surface for the balance of 2025 and early 2026. This would eliminate the need for constant patching of the road with cold mix asphalt and would allow maintenance to be done with one of the Township’s graders. A letter would be sent to all built out properties on this stretch of roadway instructing them that this is a temporary measure and paving the road is anticipated in 2026.
- 2025 Hot Mix Patching Program Award Council approved the award to the low bidder, Springside Paving Ltd. With a tendered price of $116,750.00 + HST which fits within the allocated $140,000 in the 2025 Operating Budget.
NOTICES OF MOTION
Mayor Evans advised that he will be bringing forward a motion to request the County consider installing Link Transit stops located in Wyevale and Perkinsfield on Rte.1.
BY-LAWS
By-law 25-034 – to Authorize the Termination and Release of a Temporary Use Agreement Part of Lot 16, Concession 1 West (200 Tiny/Flos Townline Road)
By-law 25-037 – to Amend By-law 22-087 to Establish Terms of Reference and Appoint Members to Advisory Committees, Local Boards, and various other external Committees, as deemed necessary
By-law 25-043 – to authorize a Citizen Code of Conduct for The Corporation of the Township of Tiny
By-law 25-046 – to amend By-law 22-075 as amended being the Zoning By-law for The Corporation of the Township of Tiny with respect to Part Lot 10, Concession 13 East (306 Concession 13 East)
All by-laws were approved unanimously.
COMMITTEE of the WHOLE MEETING
Wednesday June 25th, 2025
The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and councillors Brunelle and Helowka in attendance. Councillors Walma absent. Councillor Helowka in the chair.
REPORTS of CONSULTANTS or THIRD PARTIES
2025 Development Charges (DC) Background Study Ms. Julia Cziraki, Hemson Consulting gave a background on legislative changes, key DC calculation Inputs, development forecast, historical service levels / DC funding envelopes, DC capital program, next steps and timeline. DCs are charges imposed on development to fund “growth related” capital costs .. pays for new infrastructure and facilities to maintain service levels. Full presentation here.
STAFF REPORTS
Consent Items
- Update on Township Development Charges Background Study and By-law
Update Project Following the presentation by Hemson Consulting, the required Statutory Public Meeting under the Development Charges Act is anticipated to be held in August. Following any revisions and/or updates that are required, it is anticipated that the final background study and new DC By-law would be presented to Council and passed in fall 2025.
Matters for Consideration
- Proposed By-law to Accept Goessman Reserves Councillor Brunelle questioned the CAO on any further information relative to the proposal and whether previous councils have addressed the issue. He advised he had no knowledge of any previous discussions on this matter. Councillor Brunelle noted that a previous council had directed council to abandon this direction and felt it should be further examined. The Mayor noted that one of the prime tenets of this council was to clarify and provide public access to our beaches where possible. He commented on some of the history of the Goessman lots and felt that this issue had been discussed in sufficient detail to move forward. Councillor Brunelle questioned whether the 8 separate lots could be dealt with individually. CAO Lamb advised that this was to give legal the go ahead to start work on each individual parcel and that each lot will be dealt with separately. That this was just a starting point and future individual by-laws will be brought back to council.
- Habitat for Humanity Gateway North Request for Township Support for Proposed Five-Unit Affordable Housing Project After much discussion it was decided that the financial implications to the Township were not clearly defined and as such no further action should be taken.
- Ontario Land Tribunal Appeal – Zoning By-law Amendment for Shoreline Areas in Proximity to Georgian Bay Councillor Brunelle commented that he felt that changing the setback to 15 meters as opposed to 45 would eliminate all of the legal costs and could not support moving forward. Council approved moving forward with the cost of defending the appeals.
- Proposed Township-Initiated Updates to Zoning By-law 22-075 At the June 5, 2024 Council Meeting, Council received a deputation from L. Santelli (a Township resident) regarding proposed updates to ZBL 22-075 Section 2.14 Home Occupation permissions. The two specific requests were to permit outdoor signage for a Home Occupation use and to permit the on-site and outdoor sale of goods produced by the Home Occupation. Council approved the by-law update.
- Community Safety Zone Policy In recent years, Council has received requests from LASHA as well as the Woodland Beach Property Owners Association to implement CSZs in their areas. Recent changes to the Highway Traffic Act allow municipalities to implement automated speed enforcement (aka photo radar) in CSZs and school zones. Because of this change, it is expected that an increased number of requests will be coming from various community groups.
If the Policy is adapted, several new Community Safety Zones could be implemented since they fall under the category of “Areas of High Priority” after completion of the checklist/study.
These include:
· Champlain Road near Toanche Park
· Rue Lafontaine Road West and Tiny Beaches Road North near Lafontaine Beach Park
· Balm Beach Road West and Tiny Beaches Road North near Balm Beach Park
· Tiny Beaches Road South near Jacksons Park
· Tiny Beaches Road South near Bluewater Beach Park
· Tiny Beaches Road South near Woodland Beach Park
For Perkinsfield Park, staff would need to work with the County to have Balm Beach Road East and County Road 6 through Perkinsfield designated a Community Safety Zone.
For Wyebridge Park, staff would need to work with the Ministry of Transportation to see if they’d be willing to implement a CSZ on Highway 93.
All councillors were fully supportive of the policy and it was passed unanimously.
- Automated Speed Enforcement Trial Implementation
ASE systems are a speed measurement device coupled with a camera. If a vehicle passing the ASE system exceeds the programmed speed, the system will capture an image of the vehicle. The image, as well as pertinent information like rate of speed, location, date and time, etc. is then reviewed by a provincial offences officer. If the evidence is sufficient, a ticket which contains a copy of the image is mailed to the registered plate holder. Only fines can be charged using ASE, no demerit points can be issued. It is meant to supplement police enforcement, not replace it.
The Highway Traffic Act specifies that ASE systems may only be used in community safety zones designated by by-law where the rate of speed is less than 80 km/hr or in school zones. In order to get the data from ASE systems to be properly processed by Provincial Offences Officers and be admissible in court, the data from the system must be of high quality and the chain of custody must be provable. Therefore, the holographs must be clear enough to properly show the license plate and the speed recording device must have been calibrated within the lesser of the past 12 months or the last time it was moved in the case of a mobile unit.
Staff believe that it could be a very effective tool for reducing speeding in key areas and would be a revenue source that could fund further traffic calming and road construction measures. It would also free up police from monitoring for speeding in these areas which would allow them patrol less busy areas of the Township.
Based on the options available and discussions staff has had with the vendors, a realistic target for implementing ASE in Tiny would be summer 2026. The lead time is because various by-laws, policies, and agreements must be put in place, equipment to be acquired and installed,
The Town of Newmarket has started an ASE and AMPs Asset Management Plan program that it is offering to other municipalities. This includes a joint processing centre, contracts with a camera vendor, and an AMPs program that the Township of Tiny could use. Based on staff’s investigations, this is the most flexible option available to the Township at the current time and is the recommended option. The next step would be to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Newmarket which would allow them to release various information, templates, etc. and work with Tiny to set up its ASE program.
Council approved moving forward.
COMMITTEES
Matters for Consideration
Mayor’s Charity Golf Tournament Working Committee
– Resolution re: Committee Vacancies Staff were directed to advertise to fill the three vacancies that currently exist
– Resolution re: Volunteer Opportunities for Staff The Committee recognizes the value of fostering community spirit, strengthening relationships with stakeholders, and encouraging staff engagement through participation in community events. The Committee recommends that staff research municipal practices and explore options to support appropriate staff involvement in charity events and other volunteer opportunities, with a focus on promoting participation, team-building, and professional networking opportunities.
The recommendation was supported by council.
COMMUNICATIONS
CONSENT ITEMS
- Summary of Disposition Code of Conduct Complaints Mayor Evans and Councillor Helowka commented on the integrity commissioner’s summary of disposition code of conduct complaints filed against them by residents. Both were found not to have contradicted the code of conduct.
- Elect Respect – Request to take the Elect Respect Pledge Councillor Brunelle advised that he attended the ROMA Rural Ontario Municipal Association one day Healthy Democracy Forum which addressed the Elect Respect Pledge and felt it was most worthy of consideration by the full council. The item will be placed on the agenda for discussion at a future meeting.
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
Request for Beach Signage on Tiny Beaches Road Staff were directed to forward Mr. Peter Clute’s request to the Heritage Committee and subsequently Parks and Rec Advisory Committee (PRAC) for comment and recommendations. It was noted that local beach associations should also be involved.