Council Meeting

O'Sullivan Be it resolved that: The Council agenda for May 21, 2024 be approved as presented.

That Council proceed to Closed Session pursuant to Section 239(2)(c) - acquisition or disposition of land and (i) - information supplied in confidence by a third party.

Be it resolved that: 1. Council come out of Closed Session at 6:23 P.M. 2. Direct staff as instructed during Closed Session.

WHEREAS, in the Municipality of North Grenville, we are fortunate to have a variety of recreation and parks systems providing countless recreational opportunities for residents and visitors from around the world; and WHEREAS, recreation enhances quality of life, balanced living and lifelong learning; helps people live happier and longer; develops skills and positive self-image in children and youth; develops creativity; and builds healthy bodies and positive lifestyles; and WHEREAS, recreational participation builds family unity and social capital; strengthens volunteer and community development; enhances social interaction; creates community pride and vitality; and promotes sensitivity and understanding to cultural diversity; and WHEREAS, parks, open space and trails provide active and passive outdoor recreation opportunities, help maintain clean air and water; and promotes stewardship of the natural environment; and WHEREAS, recreation, therapeutic recreation and leisure education are essential to the rehabilitation of individuals who have become ill or disabled, or disadvantaged, or who have demonstrated anti-social behavior; and WHEREAS, the benefits provided by recreation programs, services and parks, and open space, reduce healthcare and social service costs; serve to boost the economy, economic renewal and sustainability; enhance property values; attract new business; increase tourism; and curb employee absenteeism; and WHEREAS, all le

Whereas , National AccessAbility Week is a week for Canadians to promote inclusion and accessibility in our communities and workplaces, to celebrate our progress and to be inspired to further break down accessibility barriers; and Whereas , over 15 percent of Ontarians live with some form of a disability as a result there is a need for greater awareness, enhanced service delivery and opportunities for persons with disabilities; and Whereas , Individuals with disabilities are impacted daily by barriers to: information, facilities, employment, transportation, and communication supports, therefore negatively challenging an individual’s ability to fully participate in community life; and Whereas , accessibility and inclusion are essential for ensuring that all community members have equity in opportunities, and the ability to fully participate in community life; and Therefore Be It Resolved That, the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville, hereby proclaims May 26 to June 1, 2024 as “National AccessAbility Week” and encourage everyone to support equality of access, and opportunity for persons with disabilities in North Grenville.

WHEREAS Red Shirt Day is an Easter Seals initiative first celebrated in 2019, and takes place during National Accessibility Week, observed starting the last Sunday of every May; AND WHEREAS Red Shirt Day is a day to wear red in solidarity and show support for persons and families living with disabilities; AND WHEREAS Red Shirt Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of people living with disabilities and to pledge our commitment to help create a fully accessible and inclusive society that values the contributions of people with disabilities in all aspects of life; AND WHEREAS disability, accessibility, and inclusion do not end with just a one-day annual event. In order to make Canada a truly accessible and inclusive society, and our community truly accessible, it requires constant, year-round commitment and efforts of all Canadians to put it into practice; AND WHEREAS it is encouraged that residents and the community make a commitment - a pledge - to educate and inform ourselves on issues related to disability and to do what we can to remove attitudinal and systematic barriers in schools, workplaces, and communities so that we can make Canada a truly accessible and inclusive place for people with of all abilities; AND NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Municipality of North Grenville hereby proclaims Wednesday May 29th, 2024, as Red Shirt Day in North Grenville and encourage all residents to wear red and display solidarity to show support for a fully accessible and incl

Be it resolved that Council receive the video and presentation from Oxford on Rideau.

Be it resolved that Council receive the report titled "Municipality of North Grenville Data Driven Insights" from the World Council on City Data for information purposes.

WHEREAS the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms recognizes sexual identity and sexual orientation as human rights issues; AND WHEREAS the 2SLGBTQIA+ community is growing in the Municipality of North Grenville; AND WHEREAS on May 19, 2020 the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of North Grenville established the month of June in perpetuity as 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride Month in the Municipality of North Grenville; AND NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that Council arrange to fly the Pride Progress flag, in consultation with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, among the flags at the Municipal Centre for the month of June; AND THAT the Municipality of North Grenville actively support Pride month virtual activities and festivities during the month of June.

Be it resolved that Council receive the presentation "Presentation to North Grenville Council" from the North Grenville Curling Club for information purposes.

O'Sullivan Be it resolved that: The following consent agenda items be approved as presented: Minutes of Previous Meetings [See Item J.]: Regular Meeting Minutes - December 5, 2023 Special Council Meeting Minutes - December 19, 2023 Special Council Meeting Minutes - January 10, 2024 Significant Resolutions - Old Town Kemptville BIA Board of Management [See Item L.1]

Be it resolved that: The Council meeting minutes for January 9, 2024 be approved as circulated.

O'Sullivan THAT Council receive the Accredited Superior Tanker Shuttle Service report for information purposes.

THAT Council approves the North Grenville Curling Club lease extension for five (5) years commencing on June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2029.

O'Sullivan Be it resolved: THAT Council of the Municipality of north Grenville receive Courtney Vezina's resignation from the OTK BIA Board of Management; AND THAT Council of the Municipality of North Grenville appoint Talia Hreljec be appointed to the OTK BIA Board of Management.

THAT Council approve the awarding of RFP NG24-01 Servicing Master Plan Update to J.L. Richards & Associates Ltd. in the amount of $149,839.00 excluding applicable taxes.

WHEREAS the Municipality of North Grenville Municipal Centre supports a number of key events including hockey, figure skating and mixed martial arts within the municipality including a variety of sports associations; AND WHEREAS the Kemptville Storm Girls Hockey will be celebrating their 30 th season; AND WHEREAS registration for minor hockey, and other sports groups increases year over year; AND WHEREAS there is an increasing demand for spectator seats as support and attendance at events at the North Grenville Municipal Centre rises; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of North Grenville currently only has spectator seats in the form of cement tiered seating which provides challenges in the form of comfort, support and climate control for spectators; AND NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that Council direct Staff to report back to Council in the month of August on the costs associated with acquiring and installing up to 500 seats in Arena 1 in the North Grenville Municipal Centre as a capital project for 2025 with additional consideration for a cost-sharing fundraising program that could be developed for Fall 2024 to help offset the significant capital project and showcase the community support for event spectatorship in North Grenville.

Be it resolved that: By-Law 42-24 to confirm the proceedings of Council at its regular meeting held on May 21, 2024 be adopted and passed.

Be it resolved that: this regular meeting of Council adjourn at 9:59 p.m.

Be it resolved that: The Council agenda for May 21, 2024 be approved as presented.

THAT Council receive the Accredited Superior Tanker Shuttle Service report for information purposes.

Be it resolved: THAT Council of the Municipality of north Grenville receive Courtney Vezina's resignation from the OTK BIA Board of Management; AND THAT Council of the Municipality of North Grenville appoint Talia Hreljec be appointed to the OTK BIA Board of Management.