Regular Council Meeting

THAT Report OPGC-24-01 dated November 26, 2024 from the Orillia Power Generation Corporation regarding an operating loan be received; AND THAT the Orillia Power Generation Corporation's request to increase its existing operating loan with TD Bank from $2,000,000 to $3,000,000 be approved.

THAT, pursuant to Section 239(4) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, notice is hereby given that Council Committee intends to hold a closed session meeting in the Tudhope-McIntyre Boardroom to deal with matters pursuant to Section 239(2) (b), (c), (d) and (k) of the said Act (Personal, Land, Personnel and Negotiations Matters).

THAT confidential Report CS-24-59 dated December 5, 2024 from the Recruitment Panel regarding a staffing matter be received; AND THAT the confidential direction provided to staff be adopted; AND THAT a copy of Option 1 be provided to the City Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for accounting and auditing purposes.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report CS-24-54 dated December 3, 2024 from the Corporate Services and Environment and Infrastructure Services Departments regarding the IBEW Community Services and Clerical and Technical Collective Bargaining Mandate, the confidential direction provided to staff, as set out in Option 1 of the report, be adopted.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report PRWG-24-01 dated December 2, 2024 from the Poverty Reduction Coordinating Team, the following be appointed to the Poverty Reduction Working Group for a term to expire in 2025 at the completion of the mandate: - Charlotte Knegt, as the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit representative - Robert Adams, as the community member representing housing - Kathy Manners, as the community member representing food - Brandon Amyot, as the community member representing transportation - Sarah Melbye, as the community member representing youth - Sarah Bryant, as the community member representing arts and recreation; Page 6 of 26 AND THAT all applicants not recommended for appointment be deemed eligible to be invited to participate in breakout groups related to their area of expertise or specialization.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report EIS-24-31 dated November 24, 2024 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department regarding a potential land acquisition, the confidential direction as set out in Option 1 of the report be adopted; AND THAT a copy of Option 1 be provided to the City Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for accounting and auditing purposes.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report EIS-24-29 dated November 24, 2024 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department regarding a potential property of interest, the confidential direction as set out in Option 1 of the report be adopted; AND THAT a copy of Option 1 be provided to the City Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for accounting and auditing purposes.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report CS-24-53 dated November 26, 2024 from the Corporate Services Department, the City enter into the purchase agreement considered in the report; AND THAT $10,000 be authorized from the CIL Recreation Land/Community Benefit Charge Obligatory Reserve Fund for conducting due diligence; AND THAT the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign any document required or expedient to give effect to this resolution.

THAT as recommended in confidential Report CAO-24-08 dated November 26, 2024 from the Chief Administrative Office, Robert Ripley be appointed to the Orillia Power Generation Board for a term expiring December 31, 2025.

THAT as recommended in Report MC-24-21 dated November 14, 2024 from Mayor McIsaac, Policy 1.10.3.1. - Tag Days be amended as set out in Schedule "A" to the report; AND THAT Policy 1.10.3.4. - Flag Protocol be amended as set out in Schedule "B" to the report.

THAT as recommended in Report MC-24-27 dated November 20, 2024 from Mayor McIsaac, the following Council Members be appointed for the remainder of the Council term to expire November 14, 2026: - Councillor Durnford to replace Councillor Czetwerzuk on the County of Simcoe Human Services Business Sections for Social, Community, Land Ambulance Services and Long-Term Care - Councillor Fallis to the County of Simcoe Affordable Housing Advisory Committee - Councillor Lauer to the Information Orillia Board of Directors

THAT as recommended in Report MC-24-23 dated November 26, 2024 from Councillor Fallis, staff be directed to prepare a news release identifying the potential for the public to give donations to the Affordable Housing Reserve during the holiday season; AND THAT staff be directed to explore the feasibility of introducing a feature on all City of Orillia debit/credit machines to give users an option to make a one- time donation of $2.00 to the Affordable Housing Reserve year-round.

THAT as recommended in Report MC-24-25 dated November 26, 2024 from Councillors Durnford and Fallis regarding opposition to the use of the Notwithstanding Clause to address mental health, addiction, and homelessness, the following resolution be passed: "WHEREAS Mayors from several Ontario municipalities have recently petitioned the Premier of Ontario to invoke the Notwithstanding Clause in relation to proposed measures addressing mental health, addiction, and homelessness; AND WHEREAS the Notwithstanding Clause is designed to suspend the application of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms; AND WHEREAS the Charter is intended to protect the fundamental rights of all Canadian citizens, without exception; AND WHEREAS Section 7 of the Charter guarantees everyone the right to life, liberty, and security of the person, and the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice; AND WHEREAS the application of Section 7 of the Charter to issues concerning encampments and individuals living in temporary shelters was affirmed in the decision of Justice Valente in The Regional Municipality of Waterloo v. Persons Unknown and to be Ascertained, 2023 ONSC 670; AND WHEREAS individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders are among the most vulnerable members of our society, deserving of support rather than further marginalization; Page 9 of 26 AND WHEREAS a coalition of over 70 Mayors and Counci

THAT as recommended in Report GNT-24-03 dated November 26, 2024 from the Grants Committee, the following General Grants be approved: - Canadian Federation of University Women Orillia - $1,500 - Hospice Orillia - $1,500 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34 Pipes and Drums - $1,312 AND THAT subject to the approval of the 2025 Grants Committee Budget, the following 2025 Partnership Program for Cultural Festivals and Events grants be approved: - Orillia Scottish Festival - $2,500 - Port of Orillia Pirate Party - $1,500 - Lake Country Pride - Pride March - $2,000 - Lightfoot Days Festival - $2,000 - Orillia Jazz Festival and Gathering - $2,500 AND THAT the following General Grant request be received as information: - The Cellar Singers - $1,500

THAT as recommended in Report DSE-24-59 dated November 26, 2024 from the Development Services and Engineering Department, Chapter 832 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code - Signs be amended as set out in Schedule "A" to the report; Page 14 of 26 AND THAT Policy 1.10.4.7. - Chapter 832 - Signs - Enforcement - Downtown Sign Permit Area be repealed.

THAT as recommended in Report EIS-24-30 dated December 3, 2024 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, Section 9 of the City of Orillia Policy Manual be amended as set out in Schedule "A" to the report effective December 10, 2024.

THAT as recommended in Report EIS-24-32 dated November 15, 2024 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, a portion of Harvie Settlement Road between University Avenue and the drive lane at 695 Harvie Settlement Road be closed annually during the winter months from December 15 to March 15 for safety purposes; AND THAT Section 21 - Road Closures of Chapter 251 of the City of Orillia Municipal Code - Delegated Authority be amended to grant authority to the General Manager of Environment and Infrastructure Services or designate to approve temporary road closures for public safety purposes.

THAT as recommended in Report EIS-24-34 dated November 29, 2024 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, the transfer of traffic control infrastructure from the Ministry of Transportation at the intersection of Coldwater Road at Westmount Drive be accepted; AND THAT the General Manager of Environment and Infrastructure Services be authorized to execute the Traffic Control Signal Agreement.

THAT the recommendations of Council Committee be