Regular Council Meeting

THAT as recommended in Report MC-26-06 dated March 16, 2026 from Mayor McIsaac, the proposed design concept for the Couchiching Beach Park statuary, as set out in Schedule "A" of the report be approved; AND THAT the budget for Capital Project Number 26001 - Couchiching Beach Park Lands and Statuary (Champlain Monument) be increased from $250,000 to $950,000, with funds appropriated from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve, to proceed with the restoration, transportation, and installation of the statuary, along with the associated interpretive and site elements; AND THAT the Mayor be directed to approach the Federal and Provincial Governments, as well as the County of Simcoe and the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara, and Severn, to seek funding for the project; Page 3 of 19 AND THAT the Mayor be directed, if required, to consult with Lakehead University, Georgian College, the Orillia Museum of Art and History, and staff at the Stephen Leacock Museum to discus improvements to the proposed design concept for the Couchiching Beach Park statuary. A verbal motion moved by Councillor Smith and seconded by Councillor Cipolla to recess was

THAT Report MC-26-06 dated March 16, 2026 from Mayor McIsaac regarding the proposed redesign of the Couchiching Beach Park statuary be received as information at this time.

THAT as recommended in Report TPWG-26-02 dated March 25, 2026 from the Transportation and Parking Working Group, the following resolution be passed: "WHEREAS Metrolinx's mission is to champion, develop and implement an integrated transportation system that enhances prosperity, sustainability and quality of life; Page 4 of 19 AND WHEREAS Metrolinx's Barrie Line GO Expansion Program includes service growth, doubletracking, improved frequency, travel time enhancements, and electrification benefits that support faster and more reliable regional transit connections, thereby strengthening the case for enhanced Orillia-Barrie transit integration; AND WHEREAS regional demographic trends show sustained migration from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to Simcoe County, increasing travel demand for work, post secondary education, and services, thereby reinforcing the importance of strengthening intercity transit links to support growth patterns and community needs; AND WHEREAS enhanced connectivity would provide substantial economic, social, educational, and climate-related benefits, including expanded labour market access, support for students at Lakehead University and Georgian College, increased tourism, and reduced regional vehicle emissions consistent with municipal and provincial climate objectives; AND WHEREAS improved transit integration aligns with multiple City of Orillia strategic and planning documents, including the Multimodal Transportation Master Plan, the 2018 Transit Opera

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 a matter pursuant to Section 239(2) (h) of the said Act (Statutory Body Matter).

THAT as recommended in confidential Report CS-26-15 dated March 31, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department regarding grant funding and a Capital Project allocation, 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 Director of Financial Services/Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer for accounting and auditing purposes and any such other person required or expedient to give effect to this resolution.

THAT as recommended in Report EIS-26-16 dated March 27, 2026 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, staff be directed to work collaboratively with the Orillia District Snowmobile Club to establish a Licence of Occupation for a storage shed located at 150 Front Street South, behind the former train station.

THAT as recommended in Report EIS-26-15 dated March 26, 2026 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department, Policy 1.10.5.1. - Strategic Asset Management Policy be amended as set out in Schedule "A" to the report.

THAT Report EIS-26-10 dated March 26, 2026 from the Environment and Infrastructure Services Department regarding the annual review of the City's asset management progress, as a regulatory requirement to achieve compliance with Ontario Regulation 588/17 - Asset Management Planning for Municipal Infrastructure be received.

THAT as recommended in Report CS-26-13 dated March 13, 2026 from the Corporate Services Department, Council authorizes the City of Orillia's participation in the Joint Compliance Audit Committee, to be facilitated and administered by the County of Simcoe for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election; AND THAT the related Operating costs be accommodated within the current 2026 Election Budget with any related year-end unfavourable variance being offset by a maximum transfer of $2,000 from the Election Reserve Fund; Page 7 of 19 AND THAT staff be directed to prepare a by-law to establish and appoint a Joint Compliance Audit Committee with participating municipalities within the County of Simcoe and to repeal By-law Number 2022-99.

THAT the recommendations of Council Committee be