county of perth report - Municipality of North Perth

Date of Meeting: Monday, July 9, 2012 

Time: 7:00 p.m. 

THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH 

COUNCIL AGENDA 

Location: Municipality of North Perth Council Chambers 

1. CALL TO ORDER 

2. REGULAR MEETING: 

2.1 Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 

2.2 Opening of Meeting; approve or amend the agenda for tonight's meeting 

3. CONSENT AGENDA 

Items listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine, may require discussion but 

not action on the part of Council. Consent items are received in one motion. Council 

members may request that one or more items be removed for further action. 

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Pages 

3.1 North Perth Council - June 18th, 2012 - Regular Council Minutes 4 - 11 

3.2 North Perth Animal Control - Canine Report for the month of June 12 - 13 

3.3 North Perth Public Library Board Meeting - June 12th, 2012 Minutes 14 - 15 

3.4 Maitland Valley Conservation Authority Board of Directors Meeting May 16th, 2012 16 - 32 

3.5 OMAFRA Connects July Newsletter 33 - 43 

3.6 Grand River Conservation Authority June 2012 Newsletter 44 - 45 

3.7 Listowel Agricultural Society - Fair Parade July 19th, 2012 46 - 46 

3.8 North Perth Police Services Board Meeting May 15th Minutes 47 - 54 

3.9 Town of Minto - Notice of Passing of Zoning By-law 2012-48 and Zoning By-law 55 - 62 

3.10 North Perth Planning Advisory Committee Meeting June 26th, 2012 Minutes 63 - 66 

3.11 Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting June 19th, 2012 Minutes 67 - 69 

3.12 North Perth Joint Health and Safety Committee Meeting June 14th, 2012 Minutes 70 - 73 

3.13 North Perth Council - June 26th, 2012 - Special Council Minutes 74 - 76 

3.14 Perth County OPP Detachment - 2012 Business Plan 77 - 104 

3.15 Grand River Conservation Authority General Membership Meeting June 14th, 2012 105 - 117

4. PUBLIC MEETINGS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/DELEGATIONS 

4.1 Public Meeting for a Zoning By-law Amendment 118 - 121 

Public Meeting concerning a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment regardingproperty 

described as part Lots 100 - 102, 104 - 107, Plan 194, Listowel Ward. 

By-law 59-2012 will be available for consideration 

4.2 Delegation - John Verwey, Chair - North Perth Recreation Complex 122 - 126 

4.3 Delegation - Paul Raw - Environmental Clean Up of the Madison Truck Stop, 

5. REPORTS 

5.1 CAO 

5.2 Clerk 

5.1.1 North Perth Industrial Park - Lot Concepts 127 - 132 

5.1.2 Housing in North Perth - June 2012 Report 133 - 157 

5.1.3 Zion United Church Cemetery Trust Fund 158 - 160 

5.2.1 Application for a Zoning By-law Amendment - Avon Maitland District 161 - 163 

5.2.2 Application for a Zoning By-law Amendment - Canadian Tire Real 

Estate Ltd. 

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164 - 166 

5.2.3 Application for Consent to Sever - W. Leon and Helen E. Perkin 167 - 169 

5.3 Director of Recreation 

5.4 Director of Finance/Treasurer 

5.4.1 Accounts Payable Approval 

5.4.1.1 Accounts Dated July 9th, 2012 170 - 170 

5.4.1.2 Perth Meadows Accounts Dated July 9, 2012 171 - 171 

5.4.2 General Insurance Coverage 172 - 172 

5.5 Manager of Environmental Services 

5.5.1 Wood Grinding - Invitation for Proposal Results 173 - 173 

5.6 Manager of Operations 

5.7 Fire Chief 

6. COUNCIL REPORTS 

7. CORRESPONDENCE 

5.6.1 Minto #88 Municipal Drain - Engineer Appointment 174 - 174 

5.6.2 Urban Paving Budget Amendment - Fairlane Road 175 - 177 

5.7.1 Thermo Imaging Camera (T.I.C.) 178 - 178

7.1 Only Sports Bike Shop - Request for two parking spaces located in front of 241 and 179 - 179 

8. BY-LAWS 

8.1 74-2012 - Agreement with Roslin Enterprises 180 - 187 

8.2 57-2012 - Sale of Land to 2326153 Ontario Inc. 

8.3 89-2012 - Subdivision Agreement with Brandon Zyta 188 - 188 

8.4 92-2012 - Stevens Municipal Drain 189 - 192 

8.5 93-2012 - Hanna New Outlet/Tap Drain - 2011 193 - 196 

8.6 94-2012 - Scott Municipal Drain 197 - 201 

8.7 95-2012 - Agreement with Porta Plus Portables 202 - 202 

9. NOTICE OF MOTIONS 

10. OTHER 

9.1 ADHOC Council Recreational Complex Fundraising Committee 

10.1 Announcements 

10.2 Closed Session Meeting and Reporting Out 

In Camera Session: 

•personal 

matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board 

employees; regarding property located at 220A Main St., Atwood 

10.3 By-law No. 96-2012 Confirmatory By-law 

11. ADJOURNMENT: 

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Regular Council Meeting –June 18 th , 2012 

Page | 333 Municipality of North Perth Council Chambers 

Members Present: Mayor Julie Behrns 

Deputy Mayor Vince Judge 

Councillor Ken Buchanan 

Councillor Matt Duncan 

Councillor Paul Horn 

Councillor Warren Howard 

Councillor Doug Kellum 

Councillor David Ludington 

Councillor Matt Richardson 

Councillor Meredith Schneider 

Staff Present: 

Media and Others 

Present: 



Director of Finance/Treasurer Frances Hale 

Manager of Environmental Services Mark Hackett 

Manager of Operations Jamie Morgan 

Deputy Clerk Danette Beare 

North Perth Library CEO Rebecca Dechert Sage 

Interim Chief Librarian Julia Merritt 

Senior Planner Allan Rothwell 

Reporter for the Listowel Banner Andrew Smith 

Reporter for CKNX Shelley Miller-Cameron 

2.1. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 

Councillor Matt Duncan indicated he had a conflict with Agenda Item No. 

5.4.1.1 because he was paid in the accounts for beaver removal. 

Councillor Paul Horn indicated he had a conflict with Agenda Items 

5.4.1.2 and 10.2.1 because his mother is a life lease holder at Perth 

Meadows and with Agenda Item 5.4.3 because his wife is an employee of 

Keil-Dadson Insurance (The Broker of Record). 

2.2. Opening of Meeting; approve or amend the agenda for tonight's meeting 

Resolution No. 341.06/12 

Moved by Ken Buchanan, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Agenda for tonight’s meeting, as amended be approved. 

Added Item 7.1 Request from the Comancheros Car Club 

Added Item 7.2 Request from Jack Hovius, Elma Ward Resident 

Moved Item 5.6.1 to 5.1.3 Asphalt Paving Quotes Wallace Ave. South 

CARRIED 

3. CONSENT AGENDA 

3.1 North Perth Council - June 11th, 2012 Minutes 

3.2 Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario - Regarding the Wind Turbines 

3.3 AMO Communications Entitled: 

� Consolidated Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (CMHSW) 

Program 

3.4 Municipality of North Perth Committee of Adjustment Applications A03/2012 

A04/2012 by Royal Homes Investments Inc. 

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3.5 Town of Minto - Request for Support regarding the Source Water protection 

Program 

3.6 Township of West Lincoln - Request for support regarding the Ontario 

Feed-in Tariff Program 

3.7 Municipality of Huron East - Requesting Support regarding the Industrial 

Wind Turbines 

3.8 Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Thank you to the North Perth Fire 

Departments 

3.9 North Perth Human Resources Committee March 12 th , 2012 Minutes 

3.10 Randy Pettapiece, MPP, Perth-Wellington - News Release and 

Correspondence regarding Bill 11 


Moved by Matt Richardson, Seconded by Paul Horn 

THAT: 

The Consent Agenda Items 3.1 to 3.4 and 3.8 to 3.10 be received for information 

and the minutes of the June 11th, 2012 Regular Council meeting be adopted. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Matt Duncan, Seconded by Paul Horn 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth supports Resolution #140-12 from 

the Town of Minto regarding the Source Water Protection Program. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Meredith Schneider 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth supports the Resolution from the 

Municipality of Huron East with respect to the impact of industrial wind turbines 

on prime agricultural lands. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Matt Duncan 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth supports the resolution from the 

Township of West Lincoln regarding Industrial Wind Turbine Applications. 

CARRIED 

4. PUBLIC MEETINGS/PUBLIC HEARINGS/DELEGATIONS 

4.1. Randy Pettapiece, MPP, Perth-Wellington 

Randy Pettapiece, MPP Perth Wellington provided an update to Council 

with regards to the activities of his office. He was successful in assisting 

the Municipality with the Ministry of Transportation with regards to the 

Hwy 23 development but was not satisfied with responses from the 

Ministry of Environment regarding approvals for the Elizabeth St. W road 

works. In conclusion he thanked Council for the opportunity to meet with 

them and reminded them to contact his office if assistance is needed. 

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4.2. Mary Anne Melanson, Perth County Accessibility Coordinator - 2011- 

2012 Joint Accessibility Plan 

5. REPORTS 

5.1. CAO 


Moved by Vince Judge, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth approves and adopts the 

2011-2012 County of Perth Joint Accessibility Plan. 

CARRIED 

5.1.1. North Perth Public Library - PCIN and Integrated Library System 

Rebecca Dechert-Sage reviewed the advantages of joining the 

Perth County Information Network for Council information. She 

indicated this would be a 2013 Budget item however in order to 

submit an application for Trillium funding permission is required at 

this time. 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Vince Judge 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth instructs the Library 

CEO to proceed with the implementation of joining the Perth 

County Information Network. 

CARRIED 

5.1.2. Wallace Avenue South 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Doug Kellum 

THAT: 

By-law No. 82-2012, being a by-law to authorize the signing of an 

agreement with Wallaceview Developments Ltd., be introduced, 

read and considered read a first, second and third time and be 

finally passed and that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor 

and the Clerk and sealed with the seal of the Corporation. 

CARRIED 

5.1.3 Asphalt Paving Quotes Wallace Ave. South 


Moved by Matt Richardson, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth award the asphalt 

paving in Wallace Ave. South from Krotz St. to Line 84 to The 

Murray Group Ltd. in the amount of $44,033.75 plus applicable 

taxes. 

CARRIED 

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5.2. Clerk 

5.2.1. Application for Site Plan by 1066779 Ontario Limited 


Moved by Meredith Schneider, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

By-law No. 79-2012, being a by-law to authorize the signing of a 

Site Plan Agreement with 1066779 Ontario Ltd., be introduced, 

read and considered read a first, second and third time and be 

finally passed and that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor 


CARRIED 

5.4. Director of Finance/Treasurer 

5.4.1. Accounts Payable Approval 

5.4.1.1.Accounts dated June 18, 2012 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

The following accounts are approved for payment: 

General Administration $2,158,250.69 

Business Improvement Association 1,713.49 

Day Care 7,424.06 

Fire-Administration 31,668.35 

Fire-Atwood Department 3,766.21 

Fire-Elma Logan Department 533.07 

Fire-Listowel Department 3,935.58 

Library 2,881.58 

Police 15.56 

Public Works & Sanitation-Capital 32,945.72 

Cemetery 7,829.75 

Drains 226.00 

Landfill 3,528.46 

Roads 392,304.43 

Sewer & Water 47,615.83 

Recreation 70,082.77 

Payroll # 12 136,886.63 

Total $2,901,608.18 

CARRIED 

5.4.1.2.Perth Meadows Accounts dated June 18, 2012 


Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Doug Kellum 

THAT: 


Perth Meadows $5,541.43 

Total $5,541.43 

CARRIED 

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5.4.2. 2011 Draft Financial Statements Presentation by Melanie Dugard, 

Partner from Grant Thornton LLP 

Melanie Dugard reviewed the audit results and the draft 2011 

Financial Statement for Council information. 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth 

1. receive the Report to the Members of Council – 

Communication of audit results Municipality of North Perth 

for the year ended December 31, 2011, and 

2. receive the draft 2011 Consolidated Financial Statement 

and authorize the Mayor and the Treasurer to sign for 

reporting purposes. 

CARRIED 

5.4.3. General Insurance Coverage 

Frances Hale, Director of Finance/Treasurer and Tim Keil from 

Keil-Dadson Insurance Brokers Ltd., reviewed the quotes received 

for General Insurance coverage for July 1 st , 2012 – June 30 th , 

2013. 


Moved by David Ludington, Seconded by Meredith Schneider 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth directs the Director 

of Finance to proceed with the quote from Jardine Lloyd 

Thompson in the amount of $176,100.00 plus taxes for a $50m 

aggregate limit and to further investigate the additional premium 

for a $100m aggregate limit. 

CARRIED 

5.4.4. New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) Application #19-12 


Moved by Matt Richardson, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth approve the project 

as proposed for seniors’ programs and authorize the Mayor and 

Director of Finance/Treasurer to sign the New Horizons for 

Seniors Program Grant Application. 

CARRIED 

5.4.5. MTO Dedicated Gas Tax Funding 


Moved by David Ludington, Seconded by Warren Howard 

THAT: 

By-law No. 81-2012, being a by-law to authorize the signing of a 

letter of agreement with her Majesty the Queen In Right of the 

Province of Ontario represented by the Minister of Transportation 

for the Province of Ontario, be introduced, read and considered 

read a first, second and third time and be finally passed and that 

the said By-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk and sealed 

with the seal of the Corporation. 

CARRIED 

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5.5. Manager of Environmental Services 

5.5.1. Cemetery By-law and Amendments to Schedule "N" of the Fees 

and Licences By-law 

7. CORRESPONDENCE 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Vince Judge 

THAT: 

By-law No. 84-2012, being a by-law to establish the North Perth 

Cemetery Board and Governing Rules and Regulations, be 

introduced, read and considered read a first, second and third 

time and be finally passed and that the said By-law be signed by 

the Mayor and the Clerk and sealed with the seal of the 

Corporation. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Vince Judge, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

By-law No. 85-2012, being a by-law to amend By-law No. 24- 

2006, the Fees and Licenses By-law, be introduced, read and 

considered read a first, second and third time and be finally 

passed and that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor and the 

Clerk and sealed with the seal of the Corporation. 

CARRIED 

7.1. Request from Comancheros Car Club 


Moved by Vince Judge, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth approves the request from 

the Comancheros Car Club to close Royal Street from Elizabeth St. E. to 

Elwood Smith Lane to accommodate their car show and shine on 

Saturday July 7th, 2012 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.; 

AND FURTHER THAT: 

North Perth Public Works, Fire, OPP and Perth County EMS will be 

notified of this event. 

CARRIED 

7.2 Request from Jack Hovius, Elma Ward Resident 

8. BY-LAWS 

Mayor Behrns reviewed a request from Mr. Hovius regarding the deferral 

of development charges for proposed dwellings within the turbine project 

area. After reviewing notes from the Chief Building Official, Council 

consented not to change the current practice. 

8.1. 80-2012 - Conditional Second Dwelling - Keith and Cheryl Bridge 


Moved by Meredith Schneider, Seconded by Vince Judge 

THAT: 


agreement with Keith and Cheryl Bridge, be introduced, read and 

considered read a first, second and third time and be finally passed and 

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that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk and sealed 


CARRIED 

8.2. 86-2012 - Encroachment Agreement with David and Brenda Henderson 

10. OTHER 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 


agreement with David Leslie Henderson and Brenda Yvonne Henderson, 

be introduced, read and considered read a first, second and third time 

and be finally passed and that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor 


CARRIED 

10.2. Closed Session Meeting and Reporting Out 


Moved by Ken Buchanan, Seconded by Matt Duncan 

THAT: 

This Committee proceed “In Camera” at 9:30 p.m. to address a matter 

pertaining to: 

10.2.1 a proposed or pending acquisition/sale of land for municipal or 

local board purposes; regarding the Perth Meadows Development 

10.2.2 personal matters about an identifiable individual, including 

municipal or local board employees; regarding North Perth 

Council and Staff 

CARRIED 


Moved by Vince Judge, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The “In Camera Session” is now adjourned at 10:18 p.m. and the Council 

reconvene into regular open Council. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

The salary range contained in Appendix A of the Chief Administrative 

Officer (CAO) Compensation Review Report, be implemented for the 

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) effective July 1, 2012. 

CARRIED 

10.3. By-law No. 87-2012 Confirmatory By-law 


Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

By-law No. 87-2012, being a By-law to confirm generally previous actions 

of the Council of the Municipality of North Perth; be introduced, read and 

considered read a first, second and third time and be finally passed and 

that the said By-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk and sealed 


CARRIED 

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Moved by Matt Richardson, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

The Council meeting do now adjourn to meet again for general Council business 

on Monday, July 9th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. 

CARRIED 

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_________________________ 

MAYOR 

_________________________ 

CLERK

North Perth Public Library Board 

Meeting Minutes 

Tues. June 12 th , 2012 – 7:00 p.m. 

North Perth Public Library 

Present – Paul Horn, Martha Bosch, Ann Soltys, Val Weber, Pauline Boertien, Bernice 

Weber Passchier 

Staff – Rebecca Dechert Sage, Julia Merritt 

1. Call to Order - Meeting called to order at 6:55 p.m. by Chair Paul Horn. 

2. Additions to/Approval of Agenda – There were no additions 

It was moved by Bernice Weber Passchier, seconded by Ann Soltys THAT the 

agenda be approved. 

MOTION CARRIED 

3. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest – There were none declared. 

4. Approval of Minutes – The minutes from the May 8 th meeting were reviewed. 

It was moved by Pauline Boertien, seconded by Val Weber THAT the May 8 th 

North Perth Library Board minutes be approved as presented. 


5. Business Arising from Minutes – 

PCIN/ILS Update – Rebecca and Julia presented the benefits and costs 

associated with joining PCIN for the Board’s discussion and approval. A decision 

was necessary in order to submit a Trillium application by the July 3 rd deadline. 

It was moved by Pauline Boertien, seconded by Bernice Weber Passchier THAT 

the Board give direction to the CEO to apply for a Trillium Grant to convert to 

PCIN, pending Council approval. 

6. Correspondence – There was none 

7. Financial Report – The charge for grass cutting was questioned, and the Board 

was reminded that the top amount is the Municipality’s bill, the smaller amounts 

below are paid by the Library. CAP grant purchases were explained. 

It was moved by Ann Soltys, seconded by Martha Bosch THAT the listing of 

accounts dated May 9th, 2012 be accepted as presented. 


It was moved by Martha Bosch, seconded by Pauline Boertien THAT the listing 

of accounts dated May 23rd, 2012 be accepted as presented. 


It was moved by Pauline Boertien, seconded by Val Weber THAT the quarterly 

budget report be accepted as presented. 

MOTION 14 

CARRIED

8. Board Development – Section 5: Meeting Management (deferred) 

9. New Business – Elma Logan Rehabilitation Committee Timeline – The 

Committee is in the final stages of facility design for phase 2 of the ELRC. Steve 

Hardie has requested that the library indicate if they are interested in becoming a 

part of the project at this stage. There was discussion about the financial 

implications as well as our lack of community input. The Board directed Rebecca 

to reply to Steve indicating that we don’t have the financial resources to commit 

at this stage. 

10. Other Business – Friends of the Library Update – The Friends of the Library 

would like to become a sub-committee of the Library Board and, with Fran’s help, 

have created new Terms of Reference. Friends would be covered under the 

library’s insurance, and make purchases through the CEO following the 

Municipal Purchasing By-Law. 

It was moved by Martha Bosch, seconded by Ann Soltys THAT the Friends of the 

North Perth Public Library Committee Terms of Reference be accepted as 

presented. 


It was moved by Pauline Boertien, seconded by Ann Soltys, THAT the following 

be appointed as the Friends of the North Perth Public Library Committee: Nancy 

Schildroth, Diane Gabel, Tammy Horn, Jill Wagemans, Tracy Weber, Val Weber 

(Board Liaison), and library CEO. 


11. Adjournment – The meeting adjourned @ 8:32 p.m. on motion made by Bernice 

Weber Passchier and seconded by Pauline Boertien. 

_______________________________ __________________ 

Chairperson – Paul Horn Date 

_______________________________ __________________ 

Recording Secretary – Kate Docker Date 

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INDEX 

Event Dateline Page 1 

� Southwest Crop Diagnostic Day Page 3 

� Progressive Dairy Operators Bus Tour Page 4 

Technical Updates 

� 100 Years of Learning to Do by Doing! Page 4 

� Armyworms are Marching Page 4 

� Double Cropping Soybeans Page 5 

Programs and Resources 

� Traceability Foundations Initiative Page 7 

� Environmental Excellence Award Page 7 

� Ontario Cattlemen’s Association: Leadership Development Program Page 8 

� Advantage On-Farm Food Safety Webinars Page 8 

� Most Profitable Acre Challenge Page 9 

EVENTS 

Please consider sending us the details of your organization’s next event. We would be 

happy to include it in the Event Dateline! 

JULY 1 ST – HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA! 

July 4 & 5, 2012 – Southwest Crop Diagnostic Days. Watch for details at 

http://www.diagnosticdays.ca/ 

July 7 – 15, 2012 – Ontario Family Fishing Summer Week. This is an opportunity for 

Canadian residents to fish Ontario waters without the otherwise mandatory fishing version 

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outdoors cards. Many festivals, clinics, derbies and workshops are hosted across the province 

during this time. For more details visit http://www.familyfishingweekend.com/ 

July 8, 2012 – St. Marys Horticultural Society Annual Garden Tour, 1:00 – 5:00 pm. For 

details contact Anna Peterson, 519-284-0179 or email stmarys.horticulture@gmail.com 

July 10, 2012 – Canola Growers Crop Tour, 10 am to 2:15 pm, Cressman farm near Mount 

Forest. Starter fertilizer, foliar nutrients and fungicide trials. Market speaker Victor Aideyan. 

BBQ Lunch. 104519 Southgate Road 10. For details visit www.ontariocanolagrowers.ca or call 

519-986-3519. 

July 11, 2012 – Ontario Forage Expo, sponsored by the Perth County Soil & Crop Improvement 

Association, OMAFRA and the Ontario Forage Council. Host farm - Pedro Slits, Fire #4731 Line 

55, R.R.#1, Brunner, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, with lunch included. Equipment companies will 

demonstrate forage machinery in side by side field trials. For more information contact Thelma 

Smith, 519-271-5190 or Ray Robertson, 1-877-892-8663. Details will be online at 

www.ontarioforagecouncil.com 

*** DATE CORRECTION: July 12, 2012 – Farm$mart Expo, University of Guelph’s Elora 

Research Station, Elora, ON. Watch for details at http://www.uoguelph.ca/farmsmart/ 

July 13, 2012 – 4-H and Rural Youth Day at Farm$mart Expo. Details at 

http://www.uoguelph.ca/farmsmart/expo/youth.html 

July 14 - 15, 2012 – 17 th Annual Stonetown Heritage Festival, St. Marys, ON. For full details 

call 519-284-3500 or email tourism@town.stmarys.on.ca 

July 18 & 25, 2012 – Environmental Farm Plan Workshop, Perth East Rec Complex. 

Workshops run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Pre-registration is required. Please contact 

Sharon Diehl, program representative, sharon.diehl@ontariosoilcrop.org or 519-595-4896. 

Participants should bring a bag lunch, dark lead pencil and eraser. Workshop materials, coffee 

and water will be provided. There is no cost for this workshop. 

July 19 – 22, 2012 – 156 th Annual Listowel Fair, Listowel Agricultural Society Fairgrounds. The 

theme for 2012 is All Things Rock at the 2012 Listowel Fair and there is something for everyone! 

This year’s event will feature Livestock Shows, Homecraft Exhibits, Parade, Ambassador 

Competition, Tractor Pulls, Antique Farm Show, Youth Talent Search, Kid's Day, Baby Show, 

Soccer Tournament, Church Service, Horseshoe Tournament, Midway, Demolition Derby. Food 

Booth on site featuring locally grown foods! If you would like more information visit 

www.listowelfair.com, E-mail: listowelfair@gmail.com, Follow us on Twitter: @listowelfair 

or call Richard at 519-291-9386. 

August 9 – 11, 2012 – 2012 Beef Sen$e. Youth ages 19-25 - save the date for Beef Sen$e on 

August 9-11, 2012 at the University of Guelph. Find out what is takes to run a successful beef 

operation from some of the top farmers. Gain an advantage by learning the importance of 

management and how it can lead to increased profits. By touring top beef farms in Ontario, you’ll 

see successful management systems in action. Network with young beef farmers and industry 

leaders and learn the key elements of a succession plan. 

August 11, 2012 – 12 th Annual Harrington & Area Community Association Pork BBQ - The 

Annual BBQ will be held on Saturday, August 11 th from 5 – 7 pm at the Harrington Conservation 

Area. The event will feature an antique tractor display and tours of the Harrington Grist Mill. Paul 

Droog will be providing entertainment at the Library from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meal includes smoked 

pork chops, baked potatoes, “the best” corn on the cob, dessert and beverage. Tickets are $14 

for adults; $7 for kids [6-10 years of age] and children 5 and under are free. For more information 

call 519-475-4376 or email ourharringtonhome@live.ca 


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August 14, 2012 – Heartland SCIA’s Huron County Summer Bus Tour, noon to 8:00 p.m. 

Parking and bus loading available at Pioneer Hi-bred Canola Plant in Wingham. There will be a 

short tour before travelling to Clinton to see Don Nott’s Switchgrass Production. Tours of Parrish 

and Heimbecker’s Bean Processing Plant and the Huron Research Station will follow. Preregistration 

is required by July 27 th as space is limited. Cost is $35 for members, $50 for nonmembers 

(includes a 2012 membership). The registration fee also includes transportation on an 

air conditioned coach and a BBQ supper. For more information or to register, contact Ruth 

Knight, 519-392-7036, rknight@wightman.ca or visit www.oscia.cloverpad.org/events 

August 31 – September 2, 2012 – 157 th Mitchell Fall Fair. 

September 8 – 9, 2012 – 6 th Annual Stratford Garlic Festival. Check out all the event details 

at http://www.stratfordgarlicfestival.com/ 

September 11 – 13, 2012 – Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, Canada’s Outdoor Park, 

Woodstock, ON. Watch for details on the 2012 show at http://www.outdoorfarmshow.com/ 

September 18 – 22, 2012 – 2012 International Plowing Match, Waterloo Region, “Cultivate 

Country Celebrate Community”. Check for regular updates at http://www.ipm2012.ca/ 

September 21 – 23, 2012 – Savour Stratford Perth County Culinary Festival. Check for 

regular updates on the 2012 program at http://www.visitstratford.ca/culinaryfestival/index.html 

November 2 – 11, 2012 – 2012 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Details at 

http://www.royalfair.org/ 

January 3 & 4, 2013 - The 20th Anniversary of the Southwest Agricultural Conference. 

Watch for event details at http://www.southwestagconference.ca/ 

February 6 & 7, 2013 – Canadian Dairy Expo. This inaugural event will be held at the Stratford 

Rotary Complex. Check for regular updates at www.dairyexpo.ca 

Southwest Crop Diagnostic Day 2012 

Wednesday, July 4th OR Thursday, July 5th 

The Diagnostic Day is an annual event that highlights current topics of interest. The goal of the 

day is to provide quality, state-of-the-art training in all aspects of crop production and 

management. 

SWCDD provides agribusiness personnel with “hands-on” learning experiences to assist in the 

correct identification and treatment of crop problems common to southern Ontario. The program 

provides a “real-world” environment where agriculturalists can hone their crop trouble-shooting 

skills and evaluate new and alternative management strategies. 

To facilitate discussion with speakers, participants will be broken into small groups of 

approximately 20 people. Each group will rotate through the various stops. Participants will have 

the opportunity to customize their Diagnostic Day experience. 

Participants will receive a reference package the day of the event and CEU’s for Certified Crop 

Advisors have been applied for. 

This year’s program offers the following sessions: 

- Herbicide Injury in Corn 

- Herbicide Injury in Soys 

- Perimeter Weeds 


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- Stopping by or Here to Stay? 

- Smart Phone Apps – Tools or Nuisance? 

- Synergisitc Concepts in Soybean Production 

- Biological Bonanza!? 

- Corn Planting Pressure 

- Good Diagnosis Equals Good Results! 

- ID the Deficiency 

- Soil is Alive! 

- Getting to the Root of Vegetable Crops 

The cost for the day is $95 per person and includes the program, lunch, refreshments and an 

information package. Registration deadline is Friday, June 22, 2012. If you have any 

questions, please contact the Ridgetown OMAFRA Office, 519-674-1690. To register, please call 

OMAFRA’s Agricultural Information Contact Centre, 1-877-424-1300. Full details are now 

available online at http://www.diagnosticdays.ca/ 

Progressive Dairy Operators Bus Tour to British Columbia 

“15 Dairies and also Berries” 

August 21 – 23, 2012 

This year’s tour will include stops at a variety of dairy operations ranging from a 60 cow herd to 

Chilliwack Cattle Company where 3000 cows are milked. The tour will also take in visits to a 

cheese factory, University of BC Research Farm and a large berry operation. 

A complete itinerary, registration information and pricing is available online at http://www.pdoontario.ca/ 

TECHNICAL UPDATES 

100 Years of Learning to Do By Doing! 

Did you know that 4-H has been around for almost 100 years? The year 2013 will officially mark 

the 100 th anniversary of 4-H in Canada. As part of the celebration, organizers are looking for 

contributions to build a virtual history project about 4-H. 

The history project will live online and will showcase 4-H from its origins in Roland, Manitoba all 

the way to the program that it is today. We want to celebrate everything that 4-H has been able 

to accomplish, as well as the future of this great program. 

If you have any historical materials that you would like to share, it is a very easy process. You 

can upload photos, videos, articles and documents on the website and help tell the amazing story 

that is 4-H! 

For more information or to upload your contribution to the E-History Project, visit http://www.4-hcanada.ca/100/en/e-history 

Armyworms are Marching 

By Tom Cowan, Entomologist 

Ridgetown Resource Centre 

They’re here early this year! We’ve been hearing reports of true armyworm numbers getting fairly 

high in some wheat fields and even above threshold in some cases. I think it’s a good time to post 

a refresher on armyworm management. 


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In Cereals 

Armyworms typically feeding in the lower leaves of the wheat and work their way upwards. 

Feeding is done at night and sometimes on overcast days. During the day you can find the larvae 

hiding deeper in the canopy or under debris or plant litter on the ground. When scouting for 

armyworm look for chewed leaves and brown frass on the plants or on the ground near the plant. 

Armyworm may also start to clip the heads off maturing plants as they look for food at later crop 

growth stages. The best time to scout is at dusk when the larvae come out to feed. 

Action Thresholds for Cereals 

5 Larvae less than 1 inch long (2.5 cm) per square foot (30 cm x 30 cm) warrant control. 

1 square foot is equal to 19″ of row. 

With fewer leaves this year after all the frosts, protection of the flag leaf is particularly important. 

Early control is critical as insecticides are much more effective on smaller larvae and less 

damage to the plants will have occurred. After the soft dough stage, the benefit of insecticide 

applications drops dramatically unless head clipping is occurring. 

Look carefully at the larvae on the plants and check them for small yellowish oval eggs deposited 

just behind the head. These are eggs belong to a parasitic fly and will 

soon hatch and kill the armyworm larvae. Fungal and bacterial diseases also attack armyworm 

and can quickly reduce populations. Diseased armyworms can be found at the tops of the wheat 

plants where they tend to migrate before they die. These larvae look sickly and are sluggish and 

should not be included in your assessment since they won’t be doing any feeding. 

If the larvae are over 1 inch long (2.5 cm) most of the feeding damage has occurred and there is 

no benefit to applying an insecticide. 

Insecticide Recommendations 

Before using an insecticide, consider how mature the plants are in order to comply with the preharvest 

interval (PHI). Registered insecticides for armyworm control are: 

Matador 120 E (PHI = 28 days) 

Dylox 420 LC (PHI = 21 days) 

Sevin LXR Plus (PHI = 14 days wheat) 

Lannate Toss-N-Go (PHI = 20 days) 

Delegate WG (PHI = 21 days). 

From: CropPest Issue 3 - June 6, 2012 

To view other issues of the CropPest newsletter or to subscribe, visit 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/field/news/news_croppest.html 

Double Cropping Soybeans 

By Horst Bohner, Soybean Specialist 

Stratford Resource Centre 

Winter wheat is maturing rapidly and harvest is expected to be early this year if the weather cooperates. 

It’s expected that significant acreage could be harvested by the 10 th of July. High 

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e double cropped this year. A number of hay fields have already been seeded to soybeans. 

Double cropping has generally not been a widespread practice in Ontario, for good reason. Our 

growing season is too short to consistently finish the crop and there is often insufficient moisture 

in mid-summer to germinate the seed. But have things changed? In 2011 a few growers had 

yields over 35 bu/ac with double cropped soybeans. That’s incredible! The main reason for that 

success was that it rained in August and the fall was unusually warm. Last year was the 

exception, not the rule. Double cropping in Ontario remains a very risky business and often fails 

completely. There are two main factors that will dictate success or failure. The first is sufficient 

moisture in July and August and the second is an open fall. Double cropping is worth trying but 

keep expectations realistic. In Southwestern Ontario a 20-30 bu/ac crop is achievable if planting 

can be completed by July 1 st and everything else goes right. However, a 30 bu/ac yield potential 

on July 1 st drops approximately 1 bu/ac/day, so every day is crucial. Attempting to double crop 

after July 15 th has little chance of success unless the weather is exceptional. If double cropping 

is attempted consider the following points: 

- Harvest wheat as early as possible. Every day counts. It may be worth harvesting at a 

higher moisture (18-20%) just to gain a few days. Spread straw evenly. Aim for an 8 – 

12” stubble height – this helps to ensure stem elongation for higher bottom pod height 

without impeding early growing. 

- If there is no moisture to a depth of 2.5 - 3.0 inches, plant at 1.5 inches and wait for rain. 

Success will be rain dependent. If conditions are extremely dry, do not attempt to double 

crop. Most double crop failures can be attributed to planting into dry conditions. 

- Weed control can be an issue with conventional programs so glyphosate tolerant 

varieties are recommended. 

- Choose tall, small seeded varieties; 

1) In greater than 2800 CHU areas choose a variety close to full maturity 

2) In areas with less than 2800 CHU’s choose a variety with slightly lower CHU’s than full 

season. Choosing very short day maturities (

- A 25 bu/ac crop will remove about 20 lbs/acre of P and 35 lbs/acre of K so these 

nutrients will need to be replaced sometime in the rotation. 

- There is no crop insurance for double cropped soybeans. 

From: CropPest Issue 4 - June 21, 2012 

To view other issues of the CropPest newsletter or to subscribe, visit 


PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES 

Traceability Foundations Initiative 

The Traceability Foundations Initiative continues with a second intake that is open to accept 

applications beginning June 1, 2012 until July 24, 2012. 

The Traceability Foundations Initiative (TFI) is a three-year joint Federal-Provincial funding 

program to support voluntary, industry-led information sharing networks that will enhance agrifood 

traceability. The program provides up to 75 per cent cost share funding to sector 

organizations and value chains. Approved projects may be eligible for up to a maximum of $5 

million in funding per project. 

Who Should Apply? 

Eligible Value Chains: A value chain is defined as "a strategic partnership among inter-dependent 

businesses that collaborate to progressively create value for the final consumer resulting in a 

collective competitive advantage." 

Essentially, it is a group of businesses with common interests and goals who work together as 

partners to add value to a product for the consumer. The intended result of this collaboration is to 

provide business benefits to each partner. It is different from a traditional supply chain in the way 

that business relationships are managed, how information flows, and how each member in the 

chain receives value from collaboration. 

Complete details are available at 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/food/foodsafety/grants/index.htm 

For more information: Toll Free: 1-877-424-1300, E-mail: TFI.omafra@ontario.ca 

Environmental Excellence Award 

The Ministry of Environment has a Minister’s Award for Environmental Excellence which 

recognizes outstanding achievement, leadership and innovation in environmental protection. This 

award honours home-grown environmental achievement here in Ontario. Commitments to 

environmental excellence benefit all of us today and for future generations. This award 

showcases the commitment and innovation that make Ontario an environmental leader 

internationally. 

Nominate yourself, a friend, community member, business or organization to celebrate 

outstanding environmental efforts. 

Examples include: 

� Environmental achievement through community or stakeholder involvement or collaboration 


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� Education, outreach and behaviour change approaches 

� Leadership, innovation or early adoption of new technology, practices or demonstrations 

Applicants must demonstrate how their activities benefit the environment or foster environmental 

behaviour change. The 2012 awards focus on protecting the Great Lakes. Applications will be 

accepted until July 16, 2012. 

For application criteria and to check out the 2011 winners, visit the Minister’s Award for 

Environmental Excellence web page. 

Ontario Cattlemen’s Association: Leadership Development Program 

Announced in the fall of 2011, the OCA Board of Directors committed to a pilot project in 

collaboration with the Rural Ontario Institute to deliver a training program for beef producers that 

want to improve their leadership skills. This long-term investment will not only provide industry 

leaders with the knowledge and confidence to excel, it will provide stronger leadership capabilities 

for the entire Association. The first class of graduates completed the program last week in 

Peterborough. Throughout the three sessions the group was trained on effective communications, 

meeting management, organization governance and beef industry issues. 

The fall session is now scheduled and will begin with three multi-day sessions over a period of 

four months beginning in September, 2012. 

Applications are available online by visiting 

http://www.cattle.guelph.on.ca/programs/leadership.asp 

Application deadline is August 24, 2012. 

Advantage On-Farm Food Safety Webinars 

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) will be hosting 9 webinar 

sessions on Good Agriculture Practices for your farm, available at no cost. 

Pre and Post Harvest Water Use 

Learn how to assess the risks, test and interpret water results, construct and monitor a water 

sanitizing program. 

Webinar – Tuesday, June 26, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 1:00 pm 

An Introduction to Traceability 

Learn how traceability works in a farming operation, the selection of technology and how other 

operations are handling traceability. 

Webinar - Tuesday, July 24, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 1:00 pm 

Food Safety on Multi-Commodity Farms 

Identify the risks associated with a multi-commodity farm, the good agricultural practices which 

address those risks and how they apply to your farm. 

Webinar -Tuesday, August 28, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 12:40 pm 


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Hygiene and Sanitation 

Learn how to develop and implement a worker hygiene program for both the pack house and field 

as well as a building and equipment sanitation program. 

Webinar – Tuesday, September 25, 12:00 pm (noon) - 12:50 pm 

Preparing for an On-Farm Food Safety Audit 

Interpret what to expect from an audit, the general requirements of a food safety program, and 

applying the tools needed for a successful audit. 

Webinar -Tuesday, October 23, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 1:00 pm 

Using Food Safety to Market Your Products 

Make your food safety practices work for you in the marketplace. Understand how keeping your 

customers informed about the food safety efforts you have made can benefit your business. 

Webinar -Tuesday, November 27, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 12:40 pm 

Manure, Compost and Compost Teas 

Identify what is required to create or maintain a good growing base for your agri-needs. This 

workshop will outline Good Agricultural Practices when using manure and compost teas, 

demonstrating proper implementation for better soil, growing for tomorrow. 

Webinar -Tuesday, December 11, 2012, 12:00 pm (noon) – 12:45 pm 

Getting Started in Food Safety 

Learn how to identify the role food safety plays in farming operations; analyze the associated 

risks and what good agricultural practices are and how they apply. This module will also explain 

the resources OMAFRA has to offer to help reduce your risks. 

Webinar –Tuesday, January 22, 2013, 12:00 pm (noon) – 12:45 pm 

3-2-1 Assessment of Your Farm Operation for Food Safety 

Asses your present farm practices for food safety and develop an action plan to ensure your 

operation is meeting the best practices. This module is interactive and uses computer resources 

to assess your risks. 

Webinar -Thursday, February 28, 2013, 12:00 pm (noon) – 12:45 pm 

Register today! 

Register online at http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/food/foodsafety/producers/webinars.htm 

Registration closes the day before each workshop. A confirmation email will be sent following 

registration with the workshop teleconference/webinar details. 

The Most Profitable Acre Challenge 

Many reward programs exist for production, yield or quality of crops. Agricultural fairs across the 

province judge and rank farmers based on these same qualities. However, there is currently not a 

program that rewards or recognizes farmers who have the most profitable acre. 

The Most Profitable Acre challenge will look at the costs of inputs, production practices and yield, 

marketing tactics, business management best practises and more, to determine the most 

profitable acre in both corn and soybean. 


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The top corn and soybean managers will be graded against each other to determine the grand 

prize winner, with the top three runners up receiving prizes as well. The grand prize winner will 

receive the opportunity to attend the 2013 International Farm Management Association congress 

next July in Poland. 

More details, rules and entry forms are available at www.takeanewapproach.ca, or email 

ashley@takeanewapproach.ca 

FACTSHEETS and PUBLICATIONS 

Nutrient Management Act, 2002, Determining Odour Categories of Non-Agricultural Source 

Materials (NASMs); Order # 12-017, Agdex 720/538 

Choosing Breeds for Producing Profitable Market Lambs; Order #12-021, Agdex 430/30 

Dairy Genomic Selection; Order #12-023, Agdex 410/31 

Nutrient Management Act, 2002, On-Farm Liquid Nutrient Transfer Systems; Order #12- 

025, Agdex 720/538 

Legislation and Farming Practices; Order #12-027, Agdex 700 [replaces factsheet 04-071] 

~ ~ ~ 

� To order OMAFRA factsheets and publications: 

� Visit any OMAFRA Resource Centre / Northern Ontario Regional Office or Service Ontario 

location 

� Visit the Service Ontario website at: www.serviceontario.ca/publications or call 1-800-668- 

9938 

� Visit the OMAFRA website at: www.ontario.ca/omafra or contact the Agricultural Information 

Contact Centre by calling: 1-877-424-1300 

PODCASTS 

Cropline: The Cropline is a province-wide, toll-free, phone service on crop management tips, 

herbicide recommendations and pest alerts produced twice a week in season. The number to call 

is 1-888-449-0937. Leave a message for OMAFRA’s field crop specialists, and they'll do their 

best to address it on the next Cropline. If you'd rather listen to the Cropline on your computer or 

MP3 player, you can subscribe to our Cropline Podcast! 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/cropline/index.html 

OMAFRA NEWSLETTERS AND UPDATES 

General Agriculture and Food: 

Ag Business Update 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/busdev/news/index.html 

Foodland Ontario 

http://www.foodland.gov.on.ca/ 

ON Organic 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/organic/news/news-organic.html 


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Crops: 

Crop Pest Ontario 


Ontario Berry Grower 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_berrygrower.html 

Crop Talk 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/field/news/news_croptalk.html 

Greenhouse Grower Notes 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_grower.html 

Hort Matters 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_hortmatt.html 

Orchard Network 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_orchard.html 

The Tender Fruit Grape Vine 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_grapevine.html 

Vegetable Viewpoint 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/hort/news/news_vegview.html 

Livestock: 

Animal Health News - CEPTOR 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/ceptor/news.html 

Pork News and Views Newsletter 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/swine/news.html 

OMAFRA Virtual Beef 

http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/beef/news.html 

PHONE LINES AND WEBSITES 

� OMAFRA Website: www.ontario.ca/omafra 

� Agricultural Information Contact Centre: 1-877-424-1300 or e-mail ag.info.omafra@ontario.ca 

� Nutrient Management Line: 1-866-242-4460 or e-mail nman.omafra@ontario.ca 

� Growing Forward Information Line: 1-888-479-3931 or e-mail growingforward@ontario.ca 

� Rural Line – 1-888-588-4111 

� The Farm Line: 1-888-451-2903 - A confidential telephone emotional support and referral 

service provided to farmers and farm families in Ontario 


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GRCA Minutes 

GRCA General Membership 

Chair Jane Mitchell 

1st Vice-Chair Vic Prendergast 

2nd Vice-Chair Jan d’Ailly 

Townships of Amaranth, East 

Garafraxa, East Luther Grand Valley, 

Melancthon and Southgate 

Tom Nevills 

Townships of Mapleton 

and Wellington North Pat Salter 

Township of Centre Wellington 

Joanne Ross-Zuj 

Town of Erin, Townships of 

Guelph/Eramosa and Puslinch 

John Brennan 

City of Guelph 

Bob Bell, Maggie Laidlaw 

Region of Waterloo 

Les Armstrong, Todd Cowan, 

Jan d’Ailly, Rob Deutschmann, 

Jean Haalboom, Ross Kelterborn, 

Geoff Lorentz, Claudette Miller, 

Jane Mitchell, Warren Stauch 

Municipality of North Perth 

and Township of Perth East 

George Wicke 

Region of Halton J. Barry Lee 

City of Hamilton Jeanette Jamieson 

County of Oxford Bruce Banbury 

County of Brant 

Brian Coleman, Steve Schmitt 

City of Brantford 

Robert Hillier, Vic Prendergast 

Haldimand and Norfolk Counties 

Lorne Boyko, Fred Morison 

Photo contest results 

Nearly 700 photos were submitted during the 

GRCA photo contest that ran from April 30, 2011 

to March 31, 2012. 

Andrew Dietrich of Waterloo hooked the grand 

prize — a Nikon D90 camera — for a photo of his 

fishing buddy at sunrise on the Grand River in 

Caledonia. 

There were three category winners and three 

honourable mentions. Chris Wilkinson of Rockwood 

won the people category prize with a dog 

sledding photo taken on the Elora-Cataract Trailway 

and Casey Held of Cambridge received an 

Honourable Mention in this category for a photo 

of her son taken at Laurel Creek Nature Centre. 

Scott Bradford of Cambridge won the flora and 

fauna category for a photo of a goose flying over 

the Grand River, while Michael Collins won an 

Honourable Mention in this category for capturing 

a deer in the Grand River as a heron flew past. 

Dan Baskin took home the prize for land and 

waterscapes with his photo taken on the Nith 

River and Eustacio Dionisio of Brantford received 

an honourable mention for capturing a Brant 

park sunset. 

In addition, the GRCA held 13 random draws 

for a vehicle season’s pass to the Grand River 

parks. These went to Alan Thompson, Hannah 

Braam, Jeff Haynes, Eustacio Dionisio, Rachael 

Duncan, Judi Thompson, Jeffrey Milliken, Lynn 

Boehler, Lucille Wells, Rose Versnick, Emily 

Lalonde, Deanna Norris and Blake Namaman. 

Many submissions are posted online at 

www.flickr.com/photos/grandriverconservation. 

New splash pad at Elora 

Gorge to open in August 

Twin City Interloc Inc. of Kitchener will construct 

the new Elora Gorge splash pad. 

The splash pad will compensate for the loss of 

the old swimming pond that was removed two 

years ago due to dam failure. It will be on the 

southeast side of the park on the sports field 

across from the Hole In the Rock washroom. 

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June 2012 • Volume 17, Number 6 

Construction is expected to begin in June and it 

will open in August. There will be 18 spray heads 

that mimic natural features. These will be turned 

on during hot summer days for children to enjoy. 

It will have a recirculating water system to use less 

water. 

This project was initially expected to cost 

$250,000 but the final tender was just over 

$340,000 plus HST due to several changes. Funding 

will be provided from the conservation areas 

capital reserve, which will be replenished at a 

minimum of $50,000 annually until it is repaid. 

Swimming and tubing 

conditions online 

The GRCA in conjunction with local health 

units began a summer of water testing at its 

designated beaches. 

Testing is done to ensure the water meets guidelines 

set for swimming areas in Ontario. Beaches 

are posted when levels of E. coli bacteria exceed 

the Ministry of Health guidelines. A posting is a 

recommendation that swimming should be avoided 

or that individuals swim at their own risk. 

Beach testing continues throughout the summer 

until just before Labour Day weekend. 

Updated information is posted on 

www.grandriver.ca/Newsroom/News.cfm. 

GRCA board moves to 

one monthly meeting 

The GRCA board approved a motion to meet 

only once a month instead of twice a month. 

Starting in July these meetings will take place on 

the fourth Friday of the month. Some special 

board meetings, such as a September budget meeting, 

will take place instead of committee meetings 

on the second Tuesday of the month. 

Since 2011, the meetings have been shorter than 

in the past. The amount of work at the two meetings 

can be accommodated in one monthly meeting, 

so there is a saving in time of the staff and 

board members.

Approval of most permits will now be in 

the hands of GRCA staff. This change meets 

all provincial requirements under the Conservation 

Authorities Act. 

Dry May weather 

with one northern storm 

May was dry with precipitation for all but 

the most northern part of the watershed far 

below average. 

Precipitation was between 39 and 53 per 

cent and was lowest at Shade’s Mills. 

The area around Luther Marsh was an 

exception due to a big downpour May 3 that 

dropped a month’s worth of precipitation in 

a few hours. Between 56 and 63 mm of rain 

was recorded overnight at Luther and it 

could have been as high as 90 to 100 mm 

based on radar estimates and reservoir levels. 

May was also about 2.8 degrees above the 

long-term average temperature and hit 30 

degrees May 20 at Shand Dam. 

Stream flows in May were below the longterm 

average across the watershed. The 

watershed-wide Level One that was declared 

on April 24 was still in effect by early June. 

Level One low water condition was declared 

because less than 70 per cent of normal precipitation 

was recorded over the past three 

months. Water users are asked to voluntarily 

reduce their consumption by 10 per cent. 

Towards the end of the month, augmentation 

from the large reservoirs accounted for 

close to 50 per cent of the flow at Kitchener, 

20 per cent at Brantford and 25 per cent 

below Guelph. 

High flows in early June 

Rainfall of 40 to 50 mm fell over the 

entire Grand River watershed in early June, 

resulting in higher river and stream levels 

and flows. 

Recreational users of the river were 

advised to be aware of the changes and take 

the necessary precautions to ensure they 

carry out their activities safely. 

Banks adjacent to rivers and creeks were 

slippery and when combined with fast-moving 

water, posed a potential hazard. Parents 

were advised to keep their children and pets 

away from fast-moving watercourses. 

The GRCA took water into storage in its 

major reservoirs on the Grand, Conestogo 

and Speed rivers, which helped to moderate 

flow increases in the areas downstream of 

the reservoirs. 

Online river flow information is available 

on the GRCA website. It is updated hourly at 

www.grandriver.ca/riverdata. 

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PO Box 729, 400 Clyde Road, Cambridge, Ontario N1R 5W6 (519) 621-2761 

The grand prize in the GRCA’s photo contest went to Andrew Dietrich of Waterloo. He took this 

picture while fishing with his friend on the Grand River by the Caledonia Dam. 

Fun, adventure and 

learning at camps 

The GRCA has increased the variety of 

summer camps on offer this year in order to 

encourage kids to keep learning and making 

friends in the great outdoors all summer. 

A few camps are already sold out but there 

are still many different types of camps at five 

locations in the Grand River watershed for 

kids six to 16 years old. The five locations are 

Apps’ Mill near Brantford (five camps), Laurel 

Creek in Waterloo (14 camps), Guelph 

Lake (10 camps), Rockwood (six camps) 

and Belwood Lake near Fergus (two camps). 

Registration is easy and available online at 

www.grandriver.eventbrite.com. 

Cambridge-Paris trail 

improved 

New trail signs and benches were installed 

on the Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail thanks 

to $75,000 in support from The Cowan 

Foundation. 

Two interpretive signs, two benches and a 

stone marker were unveiled in May by representatives 

of the Cowan Foundation, Cowan 

Insurance Group, the GRCA and the Grand 

River Conservation Foundation, the fundraising 

arm of the GRCA. The stone marker 

is at the trail parking lot in the village of 

Glen Morris, while the signs and benches are 

located just north and south of the parking 

lot. 

The new interpretive signs will help trail 

users learn more about the environmental 

and ecological significance of the trail corridor. 

One sign provides information on the 

rare Carolinian forest found in the area. 

Because of the moderating effects of the 

Great Lakes, this part of Southern Ontario is 

home to trees, plants and animals that are 

more typically found in the Carolinas. 

This issue of GRCA Minutes was published 

in June 2012. 

It is a summary of the May 2012 business 

conducted by the Grand River 

Conservation Authority board and committees 

as well as other noteworthy 

happenings and topics of interest. 

The Grand River Conservation Authority 

welcomes the photocopying, 

forwarding and distribution of GRCA 

Minutes. 

Reports mentioned in the GRCA Minutes 

are available online at 

www.grandriver.ca/MeetingReports. 

For information about coming events, 

please see 

www.grandriver.ca/Calendar. 

Follow the GRCA:

North Perth Planning Advisory Committee Minutes 

Tuesday, June 26 th , 2012 

North Perth Municipal Building – Committee Room 

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Chair Rea 

Robert McLean 

Vice Chair Ron Finch 

Bruce Wilken 

Brad Gibson 

Members Absent: Councillor Meredith Schneider 

John Chapman 

Staff Present: Deputy Clerk Danette Beare 


Clerk Patricia Berfelz 

CAO Kriss Snell 

1. CALL TO ORDER: 

Chair Don Rea opened the meeting of the North Perth Planning Advisory Committee on 

June 26 th , 2012 at 6:30 p.m. 


2.1. Opening of Meeting; approve or amend the agenda for tonight's meeting 

Resolution No. 25/2012 

Moved by Ron Finch, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Agenda for tonight's meeting, be approved. 

2.3. Approve the minutes of the May 22nd, 2012 meeting 

CARRIED 


Moved by Robert McLean, Seconded by Bruce Wilken 

THAT: 

The minutes of the May 22nd, 2012 meeting be adopted as printed and earlier 

distributed (as amended) and be signed by the Chair and the Secretary. 

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3. NEW BUSINESS: 

3.1. Application for Zoning By-law Amendment by Zelinka Priamo Limited on behalf of 

Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited 

Chair Rea welcomed Casey Kulchycki to the meeting. 

Mr. Kulchycki, Planner from Zelinka Priamo Ltd. on behalf of Canadian Tire Real 

Estate Limited reviewed the application for a Zoning By-law Amendment. 

Allan Rothwell, Senior Planner reviewed the planning report dated May 30th, 

2012. 


Moved by Ron Finch, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Planning Advisory Committee recommend that North Perth Council proceed 

to a Public Meeting and approve the Zoning By-law Amendment application by 

Canadian Tire Real Estate Ltd. affecting property described as Part of Lot 31, 

Concession 1 (Mitchell Road S., Listowel Ward) to place a “Holding Zone (-h)” on 

the subject property until such time that a suitable and acceptable means of 

access from a travelled road allowance to a future development on the property 

has been approved by the appropriate authorities. 

CARRIED 

3.2. Application for Consent by W. Leon & Helen E. Perkin 

Chair Rea welcomed Leon and Helen Perkin to the meeting. Mr. Perkin 

reviewed the application for consent. 

Allan Rothwell, Senior Planner reviewed the Planning Report dated June 4th, 

2012 which recommended approval. 


Moved by Bruce Wilken, Seconded by Robert McLean 

THAT: 

The Planning Advisory Committee recommend to North Perth Council to 

recommend to the Perth County Land Division Committee that the Application for 

Consent by W. Leon Perkin and Helen E. Perkin (No. B15/12) affecting property 

described as Pt. Lots 22 and 23, Con. 1 formerly in Wallace Township, now in 

the Listowel Ward in the Municipality of North Perth be approved as the 

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application is in conformity with the policies of the Listowel Ward Official Plan, 

subject to the following conditions being met: 

1) an agreement, registered on title, that any further development of the 

retained parcel will be by an approved Plan of Subdivision; 

2) a Zoning By-law Amendment being obtained to place the proposed 

severed lots in the appropriate zone while the retained lot be placed in an 

appropriate zone to preclude development until such time that a Plan of 

Subdivision is approved for the retained lot; 

3) a lot grading and drainage plan being submitted for the severed lands; 

4) that the Municipality of North Perth’s financial requirements being met (if 

any); 

5) that the applicant gratuitously convey to the Municipality of North Perth the 

land for the extension of the Pleasant View Dr. road allowance; 

6) that the Municipality dedicate the extension of Pleasant View Dr. as a public 

highway; and 

7) that the applicant enter into a Consent Servicing Agreement with the 

Municipality of North Perth for the construction of the public infrastructure 

for the proposed severed lot. 

CARRIED 

3.3. Application for Zoning By-law Amendment by Avon Maitland District School 

Board on behalf of The Municipality of North Perth 

Chair Rea welcomed Terry Marklevitz from Terry Marklevitz Architects, Natalie 

Hardacre and Heather Sewell from IBI Group to the meeting. 

Mr. Marklevitz, on behalf of the Avon Maitland District School Board reviewed the 

application for a Zoning By-law Amendment. He indicated that provisions in the 

Zoning By-law can be met but are proposing 60 parking spaces which meet the 

requirements for a school (1.5 parking spaces per classroom) but fall short of the 

requirements for assembly hall. The Board is proposing to share parking spaces 

with the proposed Recreation Complex site. The Board is also proposing 

community use of the proposed double gym and outdoor space. 

Allan Rothwell, Senior Planner reviewed the planning report dated June 22 nd , 

2012 which recommended approval. He indicated that a parking agreement can 

be entered into with the municipality. 

It was noted that the proposed shared parking space would be adequate. It was 

indicated that the Municipality and School would coordinate their activities to 

ensure that large events do not occur at the same time. 

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Moved by Bruce Wilken, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The North Perth Planning Advisory Committee recommend to North Perth 

Council that the Application for an Amendment to the Zoning By-law by the Avon 

Maitland District School Board affecting property described as part of Lots 28 and 

29, Concession 1 in the Wallace Ward of the Municipality of North Perth proceed 

to a public meeting and be approved. 

CARRIED 


Moved by Julie Behrns, Seconded by Brad Gibson 

THAT: 

The meeting do now adjourn. 

The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m. 

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CARRIED 

_________________________ 

CHAIR 

_________________________ 

SECRETARY

RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (RAC) 

MEETING MINUTES 


COMMITTEE ROOM, MUNICIPAL OFFICE 

7:00 PM 

Present: John Verwey 

Larry Gordon 

Matt Richardson 

Ken Buchanan 

Jerry Rozendal 

Staff: Steve Hardie 

Jenny Bournon 

Guests: 

1) Call to Order: Meeting was called to order by Chair, John Verwey at 7:00pm 

2) Additions to Agenda: None 

3) Declaration of Pecuniary Interest: None 

4) Delegation(s): 

5) Adoption of minutes from the last meetings: 

MOVED by Larry Gordon and seconded by Jerry Rozendal that the minutes of the April 10 th , 

2012 meeting be approved as circulated. 


6) Business arising from the minutes: Splash Pad update – council approved the proposal from 

Water Play in St. Clements. Construction is aiming to start in July and the project will take 6-8 

weeks to complete. 

7) Program Co-ordinator’s Report: reviewed written report 

8) Correspondence: None 

9) Financial Report: Reviewed financial report 

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10) Director of Parks & Recreation Report: 

- Applied for a new Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Listowel arena & EMCC. 

EMCC was approved. Will be applying for Listowel arena AED funding in the fall of 2012. 

Our goal is to have the same units in all of our facilities by January 2013. 

- Funding (Atwood Pool) – Atwood Lions $10,000, Municipality of North Perth $10,000, pool 

fundraising $3,000 and trillium funding $25,000. Funds will help with Atwood pool slide 

replacement, chemical controller, new water heaters and possible solar heating. 

- Capital Project-Wallace Community Centre parking lot is being paved on Wednesday, June 20 th . 

Waiting for final drawings of the storage shed. Tender specs have been drafted and will be going 

out in 2 weeks. Shed should be in place late summer/early fall. 

11) Sub Committee Reports: 

Other Business: 

Beautification Committee - Providing guidance and support to Rich Veitch 

Multi Purpose Complex Committee- Committee is meeting Wednesday, June 20 th to 

finalize the budget and present to council on July 9th. A big component of the fundraising is 

to meet our targets and to do so within the suggested time frame. Committee has worked 

hard to discover what is needed for the new facility. 

Elma Logan Arena & Park Committee - Robert Ritz is finalizing the drawings. Plan is to 

move forward in the next few weeks. 

12) New Business: Kate will e-mail the minutes from the Rec Budget Meeting to keep everyone 

informed and up to date on the project. 

13) Announcement – None. 

Adjournment- The meeting was adjourned on motion made by Matt Richardson and seconded 

by Ken Buchanan @ at 7:35 p.m. 


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Next meeting will be held in the Committee Room on Tuesday, September 11 th @ 7:00 p.m. 

______________________________ _____________________________ 

Chair – John Verwey Date of Signature 

______________________________ _____________________________ 

Secretary- Jenny Bournon Date of Signature 

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Special Council Meeting –June 26 th , 2012 



Councillor Ken Buchanan 

Councillor Matt Duncan 

Councillor Paul Horn 

Councillor Warren Howard 

Councillor Doug Kellum 


Councillor Matt Richardson 

Councillor Meredith Schneider 

Members Absent: Deputy Mayor Vince Judge 

Staff Present: 

Media and Others Present: 


CAO Kriss Snell 

Clerk Patricia Berfelz 

Director of Finance/Treasurer Frances Hale 

Deputy Clerk Danette Beare 


Planning Director Dave Hanly 

Planning Advisory Committee Members: 

Ron Finch 

Brad Gibson 

Robert McLean 

Don Rea 

Bruce Wilken 

Reporter for CKNX Shelley Miller-Cameron 

Mayor Behrns called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. 

2. APPROVE OR AMEND THE AGENDA 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

The Agenda for tonight’s meeting, as amended be approved. 

3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL 

NATURE THEREOF 

CARRIED 

Councillor Paul Horn indicated he had a conflict of interest with Agenda Item 4 

because his mother is a life lease holder at Perth Meadows. 

Councillor Horn left the meeting. 

4. IN CAMERA SESSION 


Moved by Ken Buchanan, Seconded by Matt Duncan 

THAT: 

This Committee proceed “In Camera” at 7:31 p.m. to address a matter pertaining 

to: 

� security of the property of the municipality or local board; regarding the 

Perth Meadows Development 

CARRIED 

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Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

The “In Camera Session” is now adjourned at 7:53 p.m. and the Council 

reconvene into regular open Council. 

CARRIED 

Councillor Horn returned to the meeting. 


Moved by Warren Howard, Seconded by Doug Kellum 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth rise and report: 

THAT: 

The Mayor and CAO are authorized to sign a real estate brokerage agreement 

with Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd. as presented and amended for the sale of 

Life Lease suites units at Perth Meadows, 

AND THAT: 

The CAO (alternately the Director of Finance/Treasurer) may proof and approve 

the promotional material provided by Kempston and Werth Realty Ltd., 

AND THAT: 

The Life Lease agreements will be updated every five years to provide for market 

evaluation to keep the sales pricing current. 

CARRIED 

5. DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATION 

Natalie Hardacre, IBI Group reviewed the preferred Implementation Options and 

the Public Consultation Process with regards to the Master Growth Plan. 

Dave Hanly, Director of Planning reviewed the discussions from a meeting held 

with Allan Rothwell, Senior Planner, Kriss Snell, CAO and Patricia Berfelz, Clerk 

regarding the Implementation Options. Mr. Hanly explained the reasoning that 

Option #4 would be the preferred option. 

By consensus of Council, Staff was directed to investigate further Implementation 

Option 4: Consolidation of Listowel OP into County OP with County Staff 

preparing a report to County Council to consider delegating authority to the 

Council of the Municipality of North Perth to hold statutory public meetings as 

required by the Planning Act in North Perth. 

By consensus of Council, Staff was directed to proceed with planning for three 

(3) Public Consultation Open Houses (Elma Ward, Listowel Ward & Wallace 

Ward) in September 2012. 

6. COUNCIL DIRECTION 


Moved by Meredith Schneider, Seconded by David Ludington 

THAT: 

The Council of the Municipality of North Perth authorize the Mayor and Manager 

of Operations to sign a Pipeline Easement with Union Gas Limited. 

CARRIED 

Councillor Horn left the meeting. 

7. CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW 

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Moved by Matt Duncan, Seconded by Ken Buchanan 

THAT: 

By-law No. 88-2012, being a By-law to confirm generally previous actions of the 

Council of the Municipality of North Perth; be introduced, read and considered 

read a first, second and third time and be finally passed and that the said By-law 

be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk and sealed with the seal of the 

Corporation. 

CARRIED 

Councillor Horn returned to the meeting. 

8. ADJOURNMENT 


Moved by Paul Horn, Seconded by Matt Richardson 

THAT: 

The Special Council meeting is now adjourned. 

The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. 

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CARRIED 

_________________________ 

CHAIR 

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SECRETARY

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DETACHMENT

GOALS 

STRATEGIES 

INDICATORS 

OPP Strategic Plan 

2011-2013 

PUBLIC SAFETY 

Excellence in the delivery 

of core police services through 

Intelligence-Led Policing. 

1. Crime prevention and reduced 

victimization in our communities. 

2. Investigative excellence through 

Intelligence-Led Policing. 

3. Excellence in the response to and 

management of major investigations, 

critical incidents and emergencies. 

4. Save lives and reduce crime on our 

highways, waterways and trails. 

• Crime Abatement Strategy statistics. 

• Crime and traffic statistics. 

• Street checks. 

• Major investigation debriefings. 

• Major event evaluations. 

• Framework for Police Preparedness for 

Aboriginal Critical Incidents application. 

RELATIONSHIPS 

Strong, effective partnerships 

with our communities, 

stakeholders and colleagues. 

1. Develop and implement a coordinated 

approach to internal communications. 

2. Focus external communications to 

increase awareness of the OPP’s 

mandate, to our communities and 

stakeholders. 

3. Advocate for and support sustainable 

First Nations policing and safe 

communities. 

• OPP Community Satisfaction Survey results. 

• Ontario Public Service (OPS) Employee 

Engagement survey results. 

• Training opportunities provided to 

First Nations police services. 

WORKFORCE 

A sustainable pool 

of members with expertise, 

pride and dedication. 

1. Support and enable continuous 

training, learning and development 

opportunities for our employees. 

2. Foster a culture of recognition and 

accountability through meaningful 

performance management. 

3. Promote a healthy workforce and 

healthy workplaces. 

• OPS Employee Engagement survey results. 

• OPP member survey. 

• E-Learning statistics. 

• Human resource data systems. 

VISION: 

MISSION: 

Safe Communities… A Secure Ontario 

Policing excellence through our people, 

our work and our relationships. 

EFFECTIVENESS 

Demonstrated efficiency and 

effectiveness operating in an 

increasingly complex and 

challenging policing environment. 

1. Enhance information management 

with technology. 

2. Effective financial management and 

fiscal accountability. 

3. Embed environmental responsibility 

into our culture and our business 

practices. 

4. Continue to modernize equipment for 

all employees. 

• Uniform workload statistics. 

• Financial training opportunities. 

• Response to various inquests, inquiries and audits. 

• Integration of technology systems. 

• Infrastructure projects that meet environmental 

standards. 

OPP VALUES: PROFESSIONALISM • ACCOUNTABILITY • DIVERSITY • RESPECT • EXCELLENCE • LEADERSHIP 

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Perth County Detachment 2012 Business Plan 

Ontario Provincial Police 

Table of Contents 

Message from the Detachment Commander 2 

Facts and Figures 4 

Our Communities 8 

Community/Stakeholder/Partner Consultations 11 

2011-2013 Business Plan (Year 2) 12 

Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario 1 

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Message from the Detachment Commander 

I am very proud to be Detachment Commander of Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) 

and extremely pleased to provide you with the 2012 Business Plan. 2012 marks the second year 

in the three-year OPP Strategic Plan (2011-2013). The OPP Strategic Plan articulates 

organizational direction and ensures consistency in service delivery. The Perth County 

Detachment Business Plan is aligned to the Strategic Plan while also responding to unique 

community safety concerns. 

In the coming year, we look forward to continuing to build on the OPP values of Professionalism, 

Accountability, Diversity, Respect, Excellence and Leadership. The OPP is cognizant of the 

economic environment it is operating in. We are committed to providing municipalities with costeffective 

and professional police services. Fiscal restraint requires us to be diligent in the 

resourceful and innovative development of strategies. OPP direction-setting relies upon data as a 

result of Results Driven Policing (RDP) and assists in the efficient deployment of resources to address our unique community needs. 

Locally the implementation of Ontario’s Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing is underway. Through crime 

analysis and consultation with our community partners, crime prevention measures reflecting the unique needs of our communities 

are being assessed. A good example of this engagement is through regular discussion meetings with leaders of the Mennonite and 

Amish communities who are significantly represented in Perth County. Our Community Relations Officer meets with community 

leaders to discuss traffic and safety concerns specific to their way of life and reports back to management. This methodology ensures 

efficiency in our service delivery. 

Ongoing consultations with our stakeholders have identified this year’s detachment priorities and focus as being comparable to the 

year 2011: Police Visibility, Drug-related Crime and Property-related Crime. We will continue to work in all of those areas in 2012. 

We will also continue our support to the “Tri County Initiative”. In 2011 Perth and other surrounding counties saw an unprecedented 

increase in theft of vehicles directly linked to drug-related crimes. As a response, Perth, Huron and South Bruce Counties joined 

resources to address the problem. The results of this initiative have been significant with 53 persons charged with a total of 291 

criminal offences since its inception. 

As part of the OPP Provincial Traffic Safety Program we will continue targeting the “Big Four” factors in death and injuries on 

highways, waterways and trails. We will remain committed to reducing the number of fatal and personal injury collisions through 

education, high visibility patrols, and enforcement. Every member of Perth County Detachment is part of the Traffic Safety solution, 

which became evident with a 21.3% increase in traffic enforcement for 2011; 6,302 traffic related charges were laid in 2011 

compared to 5,194 in 2010. 


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I would like to close by stating that in Perth County our people are our greatest asset. The detachment has a dedicated, skilled, and 

knowledgeable team of officers, civilians and auxiliary members that provides you with a quality police service. 2011 saw a number 

of officers retire, but all of our vacancies were quickly filled with either a probationary or an experienced officer. The influx of both 

youth and experience has been a very positive influence on both our detachment and, I believe, the communities we serve. As the 

Detachment Commander of Perth County, I am fortunate to have the honour of working with such highly motivated individuals. The 

continued dedication of our members, together with the support and governance of our local police services boards and 

municipalities, are integral for our continued success in keeping our communities safe. 

As your Detachment Commander I will ensure that we act in a professional and transparent manner that is appropriate to the 

circumstances, upholds the dignity of each individual, and meets the needs of every person we serve. I look forward to working with 

everyone in our community to ensure Perth County remains a safe and enjoyable place to live, work and visit in 2012. 

Inspector Steve Porter 

Detachment Commander 

Perth County OPP 


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Facts and Figures 


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OVERVIEW 

Detachment Personnel - Staff Strength Headcount Table 1-1 

Uniform Total 

Inspector 1 

Staff Sergeant 1 

Sergeant 6 

Constable 59 

TOTAL Uniform 67 

Civilian 

Civilian Classified 4 

TOTAL Civilian 4 

TOTAL 71 

Includes employees on leave of absence except those on Long Term Income 

Protection. Excludes Unclassified Civilians and Casual Part-Time Police. 

Source: Workforce Information Network (WIN) Extract 15FEB12 

OPP Facilities in Detachment Area Table 1-2 

Facility 2011 

Detachment Office 1 

Satellite Office 3 

Other 1 

Detachment Patrol and Obligated Duty Hours Worked 

(Field Personnel) Table 1-3 

2010 2011 % Change 

Criminal Code 27,799.00 23,240.50 -16.40% 

Traffic 10,345.25 9,844.00 -4.85% 

Other 57,740.75 58,705.50 1.67% 

Patrol 20,640.75 24,982.50 21.03% 

TOTAL 116,525.75 116,772.50 0.21% 

Source: Ontario Provincial Police, Daily Activity Reporting System, 15FEB12 

This data tells us: 

� Declines in Criminal Code investigative hours coincided with 

declines in most major crime categories. 

� Increase in patrol hours resulted in a 21% increase in Highway 

Traffic Act charges. 

Criminal Code & Provincial Statute Charges Laid Table 1-4 

2010 2011 % Change 

Highway Traffic Act 5,194 6,302 21.30% 

Criminal Code Traffic 140 96 -31.40% 

Criminal Code Non-Traffic 487 546 12.10% 

Liquor Licence Act 269 269 0.00% 

Other 492 551 12.00% 

All Violations 6,582 7,764 18.00% 

Source: Ministry of the Attorney General Integrated Court Offence Ne twork (ICON) , 

15FEB12 

Please note: These annual counts are based on the date charges were entered into 

MAG’s ICON and not the date charges occurred. 


� Overall increase in charges laid. 

� The decline in Criminal Code Traffic charges coincided with a 

significant drop in impaired driving incidents. 

� Significant increase in traffic enforcement. 


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CRIME 

Drug-related Table 2-1 

2010 2011 % Change 

Possession 60 66 10.00% 

Trafficking 36 62 72.22% 

Importation & Production 23 19 -17.39% 

Total Drugs 119 147 23.53% 

Source: Records Management System (R MS Niche), 15FEB12 

Please note: These annual counts are based on primary UCR offence level counts 

only, actual occurrences. 


� Overall drug offences increased in 2011, primarily as a result of 

drug trafficking. 

� Drug importation and production decreased significantly. 

Major Crimes 2011 Table 2-2 

Offence 2010 2011 % Change 

01-Murder 1 0 -100.00% 

02-Sexual Assault 25 29 16.00% 

03-Robbery 4 1 -75.00% 

04-Assault 124 122 -1.61% 

05-Break & Enter 163 163 0.00% 

06-Auto Theft 79 85 7.59% 

07-Theft Over 15 12 -20.00% 

08-Theft Under 515 469 -8.93% 

09-Mischief 405 366 -9.63% 

10-Impaired 80 60 -25.00% 

Total 1,411 1,307 -7.37% 

Source: Records Management System ( RMS), 15FEB12 

Please note: These annual counts are based on primary UCR offence level counts, 

actual occurrences. 


� Overall decrease in Major Crimes. 

� Auto theft continues to be an enforcement priority with a 7.5% 

increase in 2011 compared to 2010. 

2011 Intelligence-Led Policing – Crime Abatement Strategy 

Table 2-3 

Number of Checks Number of Charges 

115 2 

Source: Daily Activity Reporting (DAR), 15FEB12 

Please note: These counts are based on those entered into DAR Local Statistics Area 

under the ILP-CAS statistics. 


� High ILP-CAS compliance level. 

Please note the following offences are included accordingly: 

UCR Codes for Offences* 

01-Murder: 1110, 1120, 1130 

02-Sexual Assault : 1310, 1320, 1330 

03-Robbery: 1610 

04-Assault: 1410, 1420, 1430, 1480 

05-Break & Enter: 2120 

06-Auto Theft: 2135, 2131, 2141 

07-Theft Over: 2130, 2132, 2133 

08-Theft Under: 2140, 2142, 2143 

09-Mischief : 2170-0001/0002, 2172, 2174, 2176 

10-Impaired: 9210, 9220, 9230, 9240, 9250 

*For a more detailed explanation of Uniform Crime Reporting 

Codes see Statistics Canada, Uniform Crime Reporting at 

www.statcan.gc.ca. 


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TRAFFIC 

Motor Vehicle Collisions (MVC) by Type Table 3-1 

(Includes Roadway, All-Terrain Vehicle and Motorized Snow Vehicle Collisions) 

2010 2011 

% 

Change 

Fatal Motor Vehicle Collisions (MVCs) 5 6 20.00% 

Personal Injury MVCs 106 107 0.94% 

Property Damage MVCs 772 810 4.92% 

Total MVCs 883 923 4.53% 

Alcohol-related MVCs 27 13 -51.85% 

Source: Ontario Provincial Police, Collision Reporting System (CRS), 15FEB12 


� 4.53% overall increase in collisions. 

� The significant decrease in alcohol-related collisions coincided 

with a significant drop in impaired driving incidents in 2011. 

Primary Causal Factors in Fatal MVCs on Roadways Table 3-2 

2010 2011 

% 

Change 

Total Fatal MVCs 5 6 20.00% 

# of Fatal MVCs where speed is a 

Factor 

0 1 0.00% 

# of Fatal MVCs where alcohol is a 

Factor 

1 0 -100.00% 

# of Fatalities where lack of 

seatbelt use is a Factor 

1 0 -100.00% 

# of Fatal MVCs where distracted 

driving is a Factor 

2 2 0.00% 

# of Fatal MVCs where wildlife is a 

Factor 

0 0 0.00% 

Source: Ontario Provincial Police Collision Reporting System (CRS), 15FEB12 


� Number of fatal MVCs increased by one in 2011. 

� Distracted driving remains a consistent factor in fatal collisions. 

Fatalities in Detachment Area Table 3-3 

2010 2011 

% 

Change 

Roadway 

Fatal Incidents 5 6 20.00% 

Persons Killed 6 6 0.00% 

Alcohol Related 1 0 -100.00% 

Marine 

Fatal Incidents 0 0 

Persons Killed 0 0 

Alcohol Related 0 0 

Off-Road Vehicles 




Motorized Snow Vehicles 




Note: Motorized Snow Vehicles statistics are reported seasonally from October 1 st to 

March 31 st each reporting period. 

Source: Ontario Provincial Police Collision Reporting System (CRS) 15FEB12 


� Fatalities only involved motor vehicles on roadways. 

� Fatal MVCs increased slightly while persons killed remained 

unchanged. 


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Our Communities 

The Ontario Provincial Police, Perth County Detachment, is responsible for policing the rural and urban areas of Perth County, 

excluding the City of Stratford. The total area encompasses 2,193 square kilometres (km) with a population of 43,883 1 . Ninety 

percent of the area is deemed to be agricultural land, with the latest survey reporting 2,832 operational farms in the county. Perth 

County Detachment area also has a substantial Mennonite population within its boundaries. 

The area policed by the Perth County Detachment consists of five separate municipalities. North Perth (population 12,254 1 ), West 

Perth (population 8,839 1 ) and the Town of St Marys (population 6,617 1 ) have separately entered into agreements with the Solicitor 

General under section 10 of the Polices Services Act for policing services to be provided by the Ontario Provincial Police. Within 

these municipal “contract” locations the Perth County OPP reports monthly and is accountable to each community’s Police Services 

Board. All three contracted locations have officers that report to, and work, within these communities. Although they will respond to 

calls for service outside of the communities as needed, their core function is to address the needs of each respective contract 

location. 

In addition to our municipal contracts, Perth County OPP serves two non-contract locations: the Township of Perth East (population 

12,041 1 ) and the Township of Perth South (population 4,132 1 ) receive policing services under Section 5.1 of the Police Services Act. 

Members are assigned daily to patrol these areas and respond to calls for service from the main detachment in Sebringville. Perth 

County OPP is structured with a main detachment/administration centre located in the village of Sebringville. There is also a satellite 

detachment located in each of the municipal contract locations. 

Perth County provides a full range of services including traffic management on all county, municipal and provincial roads (totalling 

2,069 km) and criminal investigations including drug enforcement. We also participate in local initiatives: Victim Services, 

Neighbourhood Watch, Perth Stop Violence Against Women, Collision Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), Human 

Services Justice Coordination Committee (HSJCC), Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) Initiative, Court Services, Flood Planning, 

Emergency Services, Pandemic Planning, School Resource Officer initiatives, Media Relations and other commitments to the 

community as they arise including sport, charity and fund raising events. Perth County Detachment can also draw on the vast 

additional resources of the OPP: Emergency Response Team (ERT), Tactical Rescue Unit (TRU), Criminal Investigation Bureau, 

Forensic Identification Services, Canine Unit, Underwater Search and Recovery Unit, Criminal Profiling, Geographical Profiling and 

Crime Prevention Section. 

Perth County Officers responded to a total of 13,006 calls for service in 2011. 

1 Ref: Statistics Canada, www.statcan.gc.ca 


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In the middle of Perth County is the City of Stratford. Provincial Highways 7 and 8 are the main arteries leading to major centers 

such as Toronto, Kitchener and London. In 2012 we will continue to strive towards safer roads while maintaining a high level of 

enforcement, visibility and professionalism. 

In 2011 Perth County investigated six fatal motor vehicle collisions, as compared to five in 2010 and six in 2009. We will continue our 

efforts to reduce serious traffic collisions by concentrating on the “Big Four” factors in death and injuries on highways: impaired 

driving, lack of occupant restraint/safety equipment, aggressive driving and distracted driving. 

In Perth County we have a large deer population and hence we anticipate deer collisions will be an area that will cause a 

considerable amount of property damage. In 2011 the Perth County OPP investigated 200 collisions involving deer, as compared to 

176 in 2010. Our media relations officer will continue to educate the motoring public on avoidance measures and the dangers of 

wildlife collisions. 

Property Crimes, including Break and Enter, Theft and Mischief, also continue to be a significant issue in Perth County. In our 

smaller municipalities unlocked vehicles and open garages continue to present opportunistic targets for thieves. In 2012 we will 

continue to use Results Driven Policing (RDP) to identify these issues and develop strategies using Directed Patrol and Street 

Checks to identify suspects for drug and property crime offences. 

The OPP continues to be on the forefront of technology. Computers and wireless technology have provided more efficient use of 

time and expenditures within our service. Perth County Detachment uses a computer system for data entry which increases the 

effectiveness of our records management system and allows officers more time to spend on investigations. The OPP Business 

Intelligence (BI) Cube enhances the way we report and gives us instant data to identify trends and develop solutions. 

Perth County continues to use the Intoxilyzer 8000C breath testing instruments that were deployed in 2009. All of our members are 

current in the operation of these instruments which are located at the Sebringville and North Perth locations. 

The use of mobile work stations is another way the OPP has made advancements through technology. Laptop computers installed in 

marked police vehicles allow officers to perform administrative tasks such as data entry right from their cruisers. Consequently this 

technology increases officer visibility. A new Digital Video Recording system has been upgraded at both the Sebringville and North 

Perth Detachment locations. This upgrade has increased the safety for officers and offenders. 

The threats of identity theft, fraud and predatory practices are being addressed by the OPP through training and support at our 

General Headquarters in Orillia. The OPP continues to partner with private and public sectors to educate and inform the public from 

primary school through retirement. 


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Financial stressors that have proven to be on a rise during the recent hard economic times will no doubt continue to be an issue in 

2012. Financial hardships and recessions affect families in many ways, quite often creating an increase in the associated calls for 

service such as family disputes, mental health related concerns, and domestic violence. Community partners such as Victim 

Services will remain a valuable asset to Perth County Detachment for assistance through these difficult times. 

Perth County Detachment will continue to be fiscally responsible and accountable to the communities we police. We will work with 

our community partners to provide the most effective and efficient service possible. 

Community Satisfaction Survey Year: 2011 

The 2011 OPP Community Satisfaction Survey was conducted by the research company R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. by 

telephone between January 28, 2011 and April 3, 2011. Randomly selected telephone numbers and Random Digit Dial were used to 

sample respondents in Perth County who were at least 16 years old, where no member of the household was employed by the OPP. 

There were 383 surveys completed, with 132 respondents from North Perth (Elma, Listowel and Wallace); 98 respondents from West 

Perth (Fullarton, Hibbert, Logan and Mitchell); 93 respondents from St. Marys; and 60 respondents from Perth County (Blanshard, 

Downie, Ellice, Milverton, Mornington, North Easthope and South Easthope). 

Here are some of the results from respondents in your communities: 

1. How safe do you feel in your community? 

97.1% of respondents felt ‘very safe’ or ‘safe’ in their community. 

2. How satisfied were you with the ease of contacting the OPP? 

Of the 109 respondents (or 28.6%) who said they had contacted the OPP in the past year, 80.7% were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very 

satisfied’ with the ease of contacting the OPP. 

3. Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of police service provided by the OPP? 

Overall, 90.0% of respondents were ‘very satisfied’ or ‘satisfied’ with the quality of police service provided by the OPP. 


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Community/Stakeholder/Partner Consultations 

The OPP's business planning process ensures compliance with Ontario's Adequacy Standards O. Reg. 3/99. This process and 

Ontario’s Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing facilitate community consultation in the identification of crime, 

traffic, and social order problems and solutions. 

The OPP is committed to working in partnership with the communities we serve. We strive to provide effective and efficient services 

that address local needs. During the development of this business plan, efforts were made to engage in discussions with our local 

community representatives to jointly determine key issues and priorities for 2012. 

The following Community Stakeholders were consulted during the development of this plan: 

� Municipality of North Perth Police Services Board 

� Municipality of West Perth Police Services Board 

� Town of St Marys Police Services Board 

� Township of Perth East 

� Township of Perth South 

The key issues and/or priorities identified through community consultations: 

� Police Visibility – Foot patrol 

� Property Crimes – Thefts, Mischief, Vandalism 

� Drug-related Crime 

Group(s) Concerns/Input Page Number 

1. North Perth Police Services Board Police Visibility, Property Crime, Drug-related Crime 12,17 

2. West Perth Police Services Board Police Visibility, Property Crime, Drug-related Crime, 

Speeding 

12,15,17 

3. Town of St Mary’s Police Services Board Police Visibility, Property Crime, Drug-related Crime 12,17 


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2011-2013 Business Plan (Year 2) 

Strategy – Crime prevention and reduced victimization in our communities. 

Public Safety Activities Indicators Lead Linkages 

Complete training with detachment members on 

Ontario’s Mobilization and Engagement Model of 

Community Policing. 

Conduct community-based presentations on 

Ontario’s Mobilization and Engagement Model of 


Through crime analysis, identify areas with high 

calls for service and develop in partnership 

problem-solving strategies using the Mobilization 

and Engagement Model of Community Policing. 

Implement Safeguard Ontario as a ‘target 

hardening’ process. 

Re-visit unsolved property crimes at 90 days to 

identify new information. 

Support Operation Heat/Operation Freeze 

“positive ticketing” initiative to engage local youth. 

o 100% of detachment 

members have a working 

knowledge of the model. 

o Number of presentations 

delivered to the 

community. 

o Statistical comparisons 

post implementation 

including calls for service 

at identified locations. 

o Re-victimization rate for 

break and enters during 

the 12 months following an 

initial break-in. 

o Clearance rate for property 

crime. 

o Number of youth engaged 

and “ticketed” every six 

months. 

Detachment 

Commander 

Detachment 

Commander 

Crime Prevention 

Section (CPS) 

OPP Academy 

Regional Manager, 


and Investigation 

CPS 




Operations Manager CPS 

Auxiliary Liaison 

Officer 




CPS 




Operations Manager Regional Manager, 



Platoon Sergeants CPS 





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Strategy – Investigative excellence through Intelligence-Led Policing. 


Support the intelligence cycle with information 

gathered at the front line. 

o Number of Street Checks 

(LE88) submitted. 

o Number of UCR 8855s 

submitted. 

Detective Sergeant Provincial 

Operations 

Intelligence 

Bureau (POIB) 

Organized Crime 

Enforcement 

Bureau (OCEB) 

Identify trends through statistical analysis. o RDP Operations Manager OPSPB 


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Strategy – Excellence in the response to and management of major investigations, critical incidents and emergencies. 


Ensure Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) is 

updated and tabletop exercise conducted 

annually. 

Review and participate in municipal emergency 

planning activities ensuring compliance with the 

Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act 

of Ontario. 

o 100% compliance reported 

at September 30, 2012. 

o 100% compliance reported 

at year end. 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

Field Support 

Bureau (FSB) 


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FSB



Strategy – Save lives and reduce crime on our highways, waterways and trails. 


Target the “Big Four” factors in death and injuries 

on highways, waterways and trails: impaired 

driving, lack of occupant restraint/safety 

equipment, aggressive driving and distracted 

driving. 

Members are trained and conducting highway 

enforcement activity, "looking beyond the plate" to 

reduce criminal activity on our highways. 

Through traffic analysis identify target areas and 

develop in partnership, where appropriate, 

problem solving strategies leveraging the 

Mobilization and Engagement Model of 


Create opportunities with local partners and 

community stakeholders to support the provincial 

roll-out of the Collision Prevention Through 

Environmental Design (CPTED) program. 

o Number of fatalities, 

personal injury and 

property damage collisions 

over previous year. 

(See table 3-1) 

o Number of members 

trained at detachment. 

o Number of charges due to 

seizure of illegal 

contraband. 

o Statistical comparisons 

post implementation 

specific to target area 

issue. 

o Community 

partners/stakeholders 

identified. 

o Report back on success. 

Platoon Sergeants Highway Safety 

Division (HSD) 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

Region 

Corporate 

Communications 

Bureau (CCB) 

OCEB 

HSD 

OPP Academy 

HSD 

Region 

T.M.U. Coordinator HSD 

Region 


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Strategy – Develop and implement a coordinated approach to internal communications. 

Relationships Activities Indicators Lead Linkages 

Conduct regular shift briefings to identify areas of 

focus and maintain awareness of local issues. 

Implement a regular process to facilitate two-way 

communication between the Detachment 

Commander and members, focused on business 

planning progress and RDP trends and issues. 

o Frequency of shift 

briefings. 

o Mechanism established. 

o Frequency of application. 

Operations Manager CCB 

Operations Manager Region 


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Strategy – Focus external communications, including an awareness of the OPP’s mandate, to our communities and 

stakeholders. 


Highlight ongoing successes and achievements in 

all aspects of our core police services to Police 

Services Board(s) and the broader community. 

Identify opportunities to leverage existing social 

media to better inform and engage the community 

and stakeholders. 

Strengthen customer service driven 

communications with our police services boards, 

municipalities and other community stakeholders. 

o Number of award 

nominations/ 

commendations. 

o Number of targeted media 

releases. 

o Number of opportunities 

identified and 

implemented. 

o PSB Meetings. 

o Council Meetings. 

Community Service 

Officer 

Community Service 

Officer 

Detachment 

Commander 

CCB 

CCB 

CCB 

Business and 

Financial 

Services Bureau 

(BFSB) 


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Strategy – Advocate for and support sustainable First Nations policing and safe communities. 


Support the deployment of officers to First Nations 

communities both locally and provincially. 

Develop/conduct/ implement direct enforcement 

efforts toward individuals or groups that are 

exploiting vulnerable communities. 

Continue to liaise with First Nations community 

representatives to further develop an enhanced 

reciprocal understanding of issues and, where 

applicable, develop/conduct/ implement direct 

enforcement efforts. 

o Number of officers 

deployed. 

o Number of joint events/ 

initiatives/strategies. 

o Number of secondment/ 

job shadowing/mentoring 

opportunities. 

o Frequency of meetings. 

o Number of targeted 

enforcement efforts. 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

Aboriginal Policing 

Bureau (APB) 

APB 


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Strategy – Support and enable continuous training, learning and development opportunities for our employees. 

Workforce Activities Indicators Lead Linkages 

Provide civilian and uniform members with 

increased opportunities to access and participate 

in a variety of learning opportunities as identified 

in performance, learning and development plans 

(PLDP). 

Provide members with a variety of leadership 

development opportunities including training, 

temporary assignments and secondments as 

identified in PLDPs. 

Provide members with a variety of learning 

opportunities to expand their knowledge of 

diversity, human rights and cultural awareness. 

o 100% compliance for 

completion of PLDPs. 


provided. 

o 100% compliance for 

completion of PLDPs. 


provided to members. 

o Number of different 

members provided 

opportunities. 

o Number of members who 

have completed training 

for: 

o Mental Health Issues. 

o Native Awareness. 

o Workplace 

Discrimination and 

Harassment Prevention 

(WDHP) 

o Other training related to 

local demographics 

Operations 

Manager and 

Platoon Sergeants 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

Career 

Development 

Bureau (CDB) 


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CDB 

CDB 

FSB



Strategy – Foster a culture of recognition and accountability through meaningful performance management. 


Ensure all members have meaningful and current 

PLDPs to enhance selection and succession 

planning processes. 

Integrate PLDPs into local candidate selection 

processes. 

o Every employee’s PLDP is 

used to track : 

Performance 

a) Identify key 

commitments/ 

responsibilities 

b) Identify how those 

responsibilities will be 

achieved. 

c) Document results. 

Learning 

a) Identify learning needs 

and career interests. 

b) Identify realistic activities 

to address needs. 

c) Document results. 

o 100% compliance as 

demonstrated by the 

Management Inspection 

Program (MIP) and 

regional databases. 

o Number of processes 

where PLDPs were 

integrated. 

Platoon Sergeants CDB 

Operations Manager CDB 


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Strategy – Promote a healthy workforce and healthy workplaces. 


Support, contribute and/or participate in the 

delivery of an annual Wellness Day. 

Utilize the Monthly Accommodation Report to 

track, monitor and support meaningful work 

assignments. 

o Number of activities 

undertaken or attended. 

o Number of meaningful 

work assignments 

provided. 

o 100% in monthly reporting 

compliance. 

Operations 

Manager 

Operations 

Manager 

CDB 

Region 

CDB 


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Strategy – Enhance information management with technology. 

Effectiveness Activities Indicators Lead Linkages 

Audit data quality of Niche Records Management 

System (RMS) and Daily Activity Reporting (DAR) 

reports. 

o Increased data integrity 

demonstrated through 

ongoing audits. 

o 100% compliance with 

policy for entry and 

approval timelines. 

Platoon Sergeants Communication 

and Technology 

Services Bureau 

(CTSB) 

Business and 

Financial Services 

Bureau (BFSB) 


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Strategy – Effective financial management and fiscal accountability. 


Maximize workforce resources through the 

effective management of standby, call-back and 

paid duty approvals. 

Ensure all qualifying overtime is pre-approved 

and, where necessary, scored correctly in the 

Employee Pay Equivalency Report (EPER). 

Ensure accurate monthly reporting on expenditure 

forecasts. 

Ensure uniform and civilian staff and managers 

are afforded financial training. 

o 100% compliance. Operations 

Manager 

o 100% compliance. Operations 

Manager 

o +/- 1% of expenditure 

Operations 

forecasts. 

Manager 

o Number trained. Operations 

Manager 

BFSB 

BFSB 

BFSB 

OPP Academy 


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Strategy – Embed environmental responsibility into our culture and our business practices. 


Where possible, reduce vehicle idling times, 

ensure routine and complete vehicle checks, and 

follow the OPP vehicle maintenance policy. 

Implement sustainable "green measures" 

practices for meetings and conferences (e.g. OPP 

Green Fleet Best Practices, carpooling, 

video/teleconferencing, reduced printing and 

reduced consumption of paper and disposables). 

o 100% compliance with 

vehicle maintenance 

policy. 

o Number of green 

measures implemented. 

Platoon Sergeants Fleet, Supply and 

Weapons Services 

Bureau (FSWSB) 

Platoon Sergeants OPS 


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OPP Programs 

and Services: 

24-Hour Proactive and Reactive 

Policing/Investigation 

Aboriginal Policing 

Auxiliary Policing 

Aviation 

Behavioural Sciences and Analysis 

Canine 

Chemical, Biological, Radiological, 

Nuclear and Explosive Response 

Child Exploitation Investigation 

Communications 

Community Policing 

Complaint Investigation 

Court Case Management 


Crime Stoppers 

Crisis Negotiations 

Differential Response 

Drug Enforcement 

E-Crime (Electronic Crime) 

Emergency Planning and Response 

Forensic Identification 

Hate Crimes/Extremism Investigation 

Illegal Gaming Investigation 

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Incident Command 

Intelligence 

Major Case Management 

Marine/Motorized Snow Vehicle/ 

All-terrain Vehicle 

Media Relations 

Offender Transportation 

Ontario Sex Offender Registry 

Organized Crime Investigation 

Protective Services 

RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) 

Search and Rescue 

Surveillance - Electronic and Physical 

Tactics and Rescue 

Technical Traffic Collision Investigation 

Traffic Safety 

Training 

Underwater Search and Recovery 

Urban Search and Rescue 

ViCLAS (Violent Crime Linkage Analysis System) 

Victim Assistance 

The above list corresponds with The Adequacy & Effectiveness 

of Police Services Regulation (Adequacy Standards, O. Reg. 3/99). 

The list further provides an overview of various OPP programs 

and services but should not be considered complete.


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GRAND RIVER CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP/COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 

JUNE 14, 2012 

The following are the minutes of the General Membership/Committee of the Whole Meeting held 

at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 14, 2012 in the Auditorium/Boardroom, Administration Centre, 

400 Clyde Road, Cambridge, Ontario. 

Members Present: J. Mitchell, Chair, L. Armstrong, B. Banbury, B. Bell, L. Boyko*, J. 

Brennan, B. Coleman, T. Cowan, J. Haalboom, R. Hillier*, J. Jamieson, 

R. Kelterborn, B. Lee, G. Lorentz, F. Morrison, T. Nevills, V. 

Prendergast, J. Ross-Zuj, P. Salter, S. Schmitt, W. Stauch, G. Wicke 

Members Regrets: J. d’Ailly, R. Deutschmann, M. Laidlaw, C. Millar 

Staff: J. Farwell, K. Murch, D. Boyd, N. Davy, J. Griffin, L. Minshall, S. Radoja, 

D. Schultz, B. Brown, B. Dixon, S. Lawson, F. Natolochny, B. Parrott, T. 

Seguin, S. Wilbur 

Also Present: E. Hueton, Friends of Dumfries 

1. Call to Order 

J. Mitchell called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. 

2. Roll Call and Certification of Quorum – 13 members constitute a quorum (onehalf 

of the members appointed by participating municipalities) 

The Secretary-Treasurer called the roll and certified a quorum with 20 members 

present. A total of 22 members attended the meeting. 

3. Chair’s Remarks 

J. Mitchell welcomed the members, staff and guests and made the following 

comments: 

The Waterloo-Wellington Children’s Groundwater Festival was held at the Waterloo 

Region Museum and Doon Heritage Village from May 28, 2012 to June 1, 2012. J. 

Mitchell and J. Haalboom attended the VIP luncheon on May 30, 2012. D. Brock 

from the Grand River Conservation Foundation also attended. 

The Lake Erie Region Source Protection Committee met on June 7, 2012. Agenda 

topics included the revised timelines for the preparation of the Catfish Creek 

Conservation Authority, Long Point Region Conservation Authority and Grand River 

Conservation Authority Source Protection Plans. 

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Minutes of June 14, 2012 

From June 1, 2012 to June 4, 2012, J. Haalboom, J. Mitchell and J. Ross-Zuj 

attended the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ 75 th Annual Conference and 

Trade Show in Saskatoon. 

The members were advised that the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has 

retained the services of John Dinner, Board Governance Services to conduct the 

governance review and presentation pursuant to Resolution No. 34-12, passed by 

the members at their meeting on May 25, 2012. A survey will be conducted both 

electronically and in writing. Individual interviews will be arranged with the members. 

The presentation to the members will be made on September 13, 2012. 

4. Review of Agenda 

There were no additions to or deletions from the agenda. 

*L. Boyko joined the meeting at 9:35 a.m. 

Moved by: B. Coleman 

Seconded by: T. Cowan (carried) 

THAT the agenda for the General Membership/Committee of the Whole 

Meeting of June 14, 2012 be approved as circulated. 

5. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest 

There were no declarations of pecuniary interest made in relation to the matters to be 

dealt with. 

6. Minutes of the Previous Meeting – May 25, 2012 

There were no questions or comments with respect to the minutes of the General 

Membership Meeting of May 25, 2012. 

Moved by: P. Salter 

Seconded by: T. Nevills (carried) 

THAT the minutes of the General Membership Meeting of May 25, 2012 be 

approved as circulated. 

7. Business Arising from the Previous Minutes 

None 

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8. Hearing of Delegations 

None 

9. Presentations 

None 

10. Correspondence 

a) Copies for Members: 

None 

b) Not Copied: 

None 

*R. Hillier joined the meeting at 9:40 a.m. 

11. 1 st & 2 nd Reading of By-laws 

CW-06-12-53 Draft By-law 1-2012 

The Chair read the recommendation. J. Haalboom referred to Section 19 of the 

revised By-law quoting “… members are to call the office …”. She asked if regrets 

must be conveyed by telephone as opposed to email. K. Murch indicated that 

Section 19 will be amended to say “… members are to contact the office …”. J. 

Brennan recalled a discussion relating to the review of permit applications and a 

mechanism for the members to have input if they are aware of something that staff 

may not be aware of. He noted that this is not reflected in the revised By-law. J. 

Farwell indicated that this topic will be addressed through the approval process which 

is the subject of a later report on the agenda. W. Stauch asked if he was correct in 

his understanding that the members agreed to meet once each month for one year 

and then to undertake a review to determine whether this was working for the 

members and the municipalities. J. Mitchell responded that there is always an 

opportunity to revise the By-law and a report will be presented to the members in one 

year regarding the success or otherwise of the reduced number of meetings. G. 

Lorentz said a review could be undertaken sooner if the new system of fewer 

meetings is not working. 

Motion No. CW71-12 Moved by: J. Brennan 

Seconded by: V. Prendergast (carried) 

THAT By-law 1-2012 be read a first and second time. 

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12. Presentation of Reports to the General Membership 

a) CW-06-12-54 Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to 

Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation Section A - Approvals 

There were no questions or comments with respect to this report. 

Motion No. CW72-12 Moved by: L. Boyko 

Seconded by: L. Armstrong (carried) 

THAT the following Permit Applications contained in Report No. 

CW-06-12-54 be approved for issuance: 

� #271/11 – Andreas Schmidt 

� #154/12 – City of Hamilton 

� #188/12 – Wilson’s Mill Power Inc. 

� #224/12 – Township of Woolwich 

� #244/12 – Enbridge Pipelines Inc. 

� #249/12 – Grand River Conservation Authority 

� #252/12 – Jerome Codrington 

� #253/12 – Peter Scharringa 

� #254/12 – Tadeusz Sztajerowski 

� #255/12 – Steven Lee 

� #257/12 – Erdogan Coban 

� #258/12 – Jeff and Debbie Hanley 

� #259/12 – Anne Boyle 

� #260/12 – Ken and Katherine Blair 

� #261/12 – Cecil Patterson 

� #263/12 – Jill Leslie 

� #264/12 – Lindsay Mayot 

� #265/12 – Willard Bowman 

� #266/12 – Dennis Martin 

� #268/12 – Dan Dawson 

� #269/12 – Jason Pritchard 

� #270/12 – 340268 Ontario Ltd. 

� #271/12 – Line Theberge and Glenn Jocque 

� #274/12 – City of Cambridge/Region of Waterloo 

� #275/12 – Union Gas Limited 

� #278/12 – Jomara Enterprises 

� #279/12 – Todd and Debra Shoemaker 

� #280/12 – Mr. And Mrs. Bechtel 

� #281/12 – Al DeWitt 

� #282/12 – Kurt and Natale Pederson 







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� #289/12 – Adolph and Emily Hafemann 

� #290/12 – Brubacher 100 Acres Inc. 

� #291/12 – Keith Fishwick 

b) CW-06-12-55 Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to 

Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation Section B – Approvals 

With Conditions 


Motion No. CW73-12 Moved by: T. Cowan 

Seconded by: S. Schmitt (carried) 

THAT the following Permit Applications contained in Report No. 

CW-06-12-55 be approved for issuance subject to the conditions listed 

being completed to the satisfaction of Grand River Conservation 

Authority Staff: 

� #630/11 – Township of Centre Wellington 

� #247/12 – Countyof Brant 

� #276/12 – County of Wellington 

*J. Mitchell called for a motion to convene the Committee of the Whole* 


Seconded by: G. Wicke (carried) 

*V. Prendergast assumed the chair* 

13. Committee of the Whole 

Reports 

THAT the General Membership adjourn and convene as the Committee 

of the Whole. 

a) CW-06-12-56 Cash and Investment Status Report 




THAT Report No. CW-06-12-56 - Cash and Investments Status Report 

as at May 31, 2012 be received as information. 

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b) CW-06-12-57 Financial Summary for the Period Ending April 30, 2012 

V. Prendergast commented that this is the first report this year showing updates. 

Motion No. CW76-12 Moved by: Bruce Banbury 

Seconded by: J. Mitchell (carried) 

THAT the Financial Summary for the period ending April 30, 2012 be 

approved. 

c) CW-06-12-58 Permit, Plan Review, Title Clearance and Inquiry Fee Schedule 

F. Natolochny summarized this report as follows: 

� the proposed fee schedule reflects an approximate three percent increase 

with the exception of minor fees which are being maintained at the rate 

approved on March 1, 2011 

� the proposed fee structure includes two new fee categories: below water 

table aggregate extraction and large fill applications – these applications 

require significantly more time and effort to process and administer 

� the proposed changes have been presented to the Home Builders/GRCA 

Liaison Committee and to the Ontario Stone, Sand and Gravel Association for 

consultation and comment 

V. Prendergast asked whether the members could assume that the proposed fee 

schedule meets targets for cost recovery. F. Natolochny answered that staff believe 

the schedule will achieve the revenue targets included in the 2012 budget. L. Boyko 

referred to large fill permits and asked what is happening right now. He said that 

road works are underway and asked what the GRCA’s involvement is. F. Natolochny 

said that guidelines are being established. He also said that the fees will apply to 

commercial operations or operations with “intent to gain”. He continued saying that 

the GRCA is working with the municipalities and MOE in the development of the 

guidelines. R. Kelterborn asked whether GRCA inspects fill for environmental 

content of the soil. F. Natolochny responded in the negative. He said that the 

GRCA could make this a condition of approval of the permit. R. Kelterborn asked if 

inspections occur before the fill is taken from a site. F. Natolochny confirmed that the 

fill is tested at the site it is coming from. J. Brennan said that he feels a third party 

should be paid to verify the Certificate of Origin and that is the only way to 

adequately monitor quality. 

Motion No. CW77-12 Moved by: B. Coleman 


THAT the recommended Permit, Plan Review, Title Clearance and 

Inquiry Fee Schedule be approved as per the attached fee schedule 

(Appendix 1) effective August 1, 2012. 

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Appendix 1 

PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE 

GRCA Permit, Plan Review, Title Clearance and Inquiry Fee Schedule, 

August 1st , 2012 

Permit Fee Schedule 

GRCA Permit Application Development Alterations or Interference 

with Wetlands, Shorelines and 

Watercourses 

Minor- No technical reports required. $380 $380 

Standard- Detailed report and/or plans required. $515 $900 

Major- Requires one or more studies $7,800 $5,110 

Bridge 

$7,800 

replacements 

Large Fill – over 1,000m 3 $7,810 plus $0.50/m 3 

Works initiated prior to GRCA permit approval 1.5 times the fee for the category 

Rural Water Quality Programs or related projects $75 

Expired Permit $75 

Title Clearance and Inquiry Fee $195/property 

Plan Review Fee Schedule 

Application Type August 1, 2012 Fee 

Subdivision and Vacant Land Condominium 

Base fee $1,910 

� per net hectare $1,000/hectare 

Applicant driven modification $1,275 

Final clearance for registration of each stage: technical review required $5,110 

Final clearance Processing Fee: no reports or review required $195 

Official Plan and/or Zoning Bylaw Amendment 

Major $1,910 

Minor $380 

Consent 

Major $900 

Minor $380 

Minor Variances 

Major $515 

Minor $250 

Site Plan Approval Applications 

Major $2,680 

Minor $380 

Complex Applications 7 $7,800 

Below Water Table Aggregate Applications 17 

No features of interest within 120 metres of licence limit $7,810 

Features of interest within 120 metres of licence limit $35,000 

Above Water Table Aggregate Applications 

No features of interest within 120 metres of licence limit $380 

Features of interest within 120 metres of licence limit $7,800 

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When reading the Permit and Planning fee schedule, please refer to the Fee Notes outlined below. 

Fee Notes 

1. All fees are made payable and submitted directly to Grand River Conservation Authority. 

2. Applicants are encouraged to consult with staff prior to submission of all applications to 

determine the extent and nature of the information required to accompany the application, and 

to determine the appropriate fee. 

3. Permit or plan review applications that fall into one or more categories will be charged one fee, 

at the highest rate. 

4. The Conservation Authority may provide a refund or require the applicant submit funds for a 

permit or plan review fee if it is found that an incorrect fee has been submitted. The fees are 

assessed based on the extent of review required. 

5. Minor – Low risk of impact on natural hazards or natural features, no technical reports required. 

6. Standard Permit, Major Plan Review – Moderate hazard risk and/or potential impact on natural 

hazards or natural features (e.g. scoped technical reports or plans required). 

7. Major – A hazard risk and/or potential impact to natural hazards or natural features and 

requires one or more studies (e.g. Environmental Impact Study, Hydraulic Analysis, Storm Water 

Management, Geotechnical, etc.). 

8. Complex - Planning Act (e.g. OPA/ZC) and/or Site plan or development permit approval 

applications for: golf courses, trailer parks, campgrounds, lifestyle communities. 

9. Large Fill - The fee is applicable to material placed within the Conservation Authority’s regulated 

areas. Grading associated with Planning Act approvals is not considered a large fill application. 

10. Major permit applications that have previously paid application or clearance plan review fees to 

the GRCA will be charged fees under the Minor or Standard category. 

11. Permit fees are non-refundable, except where review indicates that no permit is necessary. 

12. Expired permit - After a permit has expired, a new application must be submitted. For 

applications to replace a prior permit received within one year of expiry a fee of $75 is required. 

Any changes to the plans or a lapse of more than one year will require a full review and the 

Schedule of Fees in effect at the time will apply. 

13. The subdivision or vacant land condominium base fee including per net hectare fee will be 

capped at $25,000. 

14. The net hectare fee will be based on the initial submission and will exclude lands outside of the 

development limit (e.g. natural hazard, natural heritage areas and buffers). 

15. At the submission of a subdivision or vacant land condominium application, 70% of the base fee and per 

net hectare is required. Prior to issuance of conditions of draft plan approval the remaining 30% of the 

fee is required. 

14. A Processing Fee will apply for a clearance letter for a subdivision or condominium application 

where no technical review/studies (e.g. no Erosion and Sediment Control plan, SWM brief, etc.) 

are required. 

15. For Aggregate Applications features of interest include all Natural Heritage, Natural Hazard and 

surface water features. 

d) CW-06-12-59 Ontario Regulation 150/06 Permit Approval Process 

N. Davy summarized this report as follows: 

� the delegation of permit approvals to staff is limited to applications that meet 

the GRCA’s approved Policies for the Administration of Development, 

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Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses 

Ontario Regulation 150/06 – staff propose that the members review these 

policies each year 

� a staff committee will be established to review the applications that meet the 

GRCA’s policies and make a recommendation to the Chief Administrative 

Officer (CAO) regarding the approval of permits 

� the staff committee will meet every two weeks and consist of the Director of 

Resource Management, Director of Engineering and the Supervisors of 

Resource Planning 

� a monthly permit report will be presented to the members summarizing the 

permit applications that have been approved since the previous members’ 

meeting 

� the permit approval process for applications that do not meet the GRCA’s 

policies will remain the same as in the past 

J. Brennan asked if a member could request that a permit application come before 

the members if that person had knowledge of something relevant that could possibly 

affect the approval. N. Davy responded in the affirmative. L. Armstrong asked who 

the “backup” is for the CAO. J. Farwell responded that K. Murch is Acting CAO in his 

absence. K. Murch said that an “Acting CAO” has never been referred to in the 

GRCA’s By-law. He also said that there is a CAO in place at all times whether 

permanent or acting. L. Boyko said that he remains concerned that there is not a 

member on the permit approval committee. He said that he wants the Chair to be on 

that committee and he wished to make a motion in that regard. K. Murch expressed 

concern that this motion might conflict with the previous motion of the members as 

follows: 

“AND THAT staff be authorized to issue Development, Interference with Wetlands 

and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses Permits pursuant to Ontario 

Regulation 150/06” 

J. Brennan said that committee participation would be an added workload for the 

Chair. V. Prendergast reiterated that approval of permits is an operational function 

and not a governance function. He said that the members tend to try to get involved 

in procedural matters. K. Murch confirmed that there was not a motion on the floor, 

although again expressed the possibility that a motion to include the Chair on the 

permit approval committee could be in conflict with the previous motion. V. 

Prendergast said that the current motion would be treated as a duly seconded 

motion. G. Lorentz indicated his agreement with the position of V. Prendergast. He 

said the members’ role is one of governance. He said that senior management are 

qualified to perform this function and he trusts them to bring any controversial permit 

applications to the members. J. Mitchell agreed that staff will give the members a 

“heads up” if there is something that the members should be aware of. She said that 

she finds staff very open to discussing controversial issues with the members. 

V. Prendergast repeated the motion and called for the vote. 

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Motion No. CW78-12 Moved by: L. Boyko 

Seconded by: G. Lorentz (defeated – two in 

favour) 

THAT the Chair of the Grand River Conservation Authority be included 

in the permit approval committee. 

V. Prendergast read the recommendation included in this report and called for the 

vote. 

Motion No. CW79-12 Moved by: L. Armstrong 

Seconded by: T. Cowan (carried) 

THAT Report No. CW-06-12-59 – Ontario Regulation 150/06 Permit 

Approval Process be received as information. 

e) CW-06-12-60 Rockwood Conservation Area Business Plan 

T. Seguin conducted a PowerPoint presentation outlining that: 

� the Rockwood Conservation Area Business Plan is the first of eleven 

business plans being developed 

� the business plan provides a sample of the key objectives, assumptions and 

deliverables for all conservation area business plans 

� the key objective of the business plans is to establish sustainable pricing and 

financial plans for GRCA conservation areas 

� the focus is on three principal service offerings: short term camping, long 

term camping and day use 

� conservation areas provide access to natural features, usually with a water 

focus, that are supported by built assets 

� conservation areas should be operated in a financially and environmentally 

sustainable fashion 

� conservation area business plans are to be developed in the context of the 

existing master plans 

� conservation areas will continue to fulfill their current mandate and general 

service offering until an updated master plan is developed 

� in collaboration and communication with conservation area superintendents 

the following key deliverables were completed: a capital and operational 

analysis to determine annual expenses for each conservation area; a pricing 

model to analyse pricing relative to sales volumes; a pricing strategy which, 

under existing or slightly improved sales volumes, will ensure the 

sustainability of the conservation area; a demographical analysis and 

competitor comparisons 

� for Rockwood Conservation Area the proposed 2013 pricing model is 

projected to realize $11,500 in additional revenue over 2012 status quo 

pricing 

� Rockwood Conservation Area’s proposed 2013 fees fall within the middle to 

high range when compared to 2012 fees for Ontario parks, conservation 

areas and private campgrounds 

� Support businesses at Rockwood Conservation Area include: boat rentals, 

pavilion rentals, the Harris Mill Ruins rentals, mini golf and the food 

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concession 

� All business plan pricing recommendations will be presented to the members 

for approval in the fall/winter of 2012 

V. Prendergast said that this is an outstanding plan. G. Lorentz agreed that the plan 

is excellent. He said that he liked the idea of family passes as opposed to seasons 

passes which apply to only one vehicle. He referred to food concessions saying he 

understands the rationale that they are necessary in order to keep people coming to 

the conservation areas. He said that food concessions lose money and asked if that 

service should be put out to private tender to be operated by the private sector. He 

referred to municipalities and said that a lot of municipal facilities rely upon vending 

machines. He suggested that all conservation areas could be “packaged” together 

for purposes of such a tender. K. Murch responded that the GRCA does contract out 

food concession services for a number of conservation areas. J. Haalboom noted 

that there are some older bridges at Rockwood Conservation Area. She asked 

whether the bridges are used for pedestrian or vehicle traffic. B. Dixon answered 

that the main bridge is subject to vehicular traffic and all other bridges are used by 

pedestrians or bicyclers. J. Haalboom said if the bridges were subject to vehicle 

traffic they would “disappear”. She asked if there are interpretive plaques for the 

bridges. B. Dixon said that some of the bridges have dates noted on them. He also 

said that there are comments concerning the bridges in the tabloid that is handed out 

at the gatehouse. J. Haalboom asked where information concerning the bridges is 

located at the conservation area. B. Dixon repeated that there is information related 

to the bridges in the tabloids handed out at the park gatehouse. P. Salter said this is 

the most comprehensive business plan that she has seen during her tenure at the 

GRCA. J. Mitchell said that she is in favour of the new fee schedule, i.e. higher fees 

during peak periods. W. Stauch encouraged the members to personally visit the 

GRCA conservation areas. T. Nevills said that the report was very good. He said 

there is a tremendous deficit relating to infrastructure in the conservation areas. He 

would like to see the infrastructure deficit as a “total” because some areas may not 

generate sufficient revenue but would be okay as long as the conservation areas are 

grouped together. He reminded the members that they have approved the 

installation of a splash pad at Elora Gorge Conservation Area at a cost of $350,000. 

He asked whether revenue generated from this item will exceed the costs. He also 

said that he does not think that splash pads “fit” in conservation areas and he would 

like to know whether they “make money”. 


Seconded by: P. Salter (carried) 

THAT Report No. CW-06-12-60 – Rockwood Conservation area 

Business Plan be received as information. 

*V. Prendergast called for a motion to reconvene the General Membership* 


Seconded by: J. Brennan (carried) 

THAT the Committee of the Whole adjourn and reconvene as the 

General Membership. 

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*J. Mitchell resumed the chair* 

14. General Business 

None 

15. 3 rd Reading of the By-laws 

Draft By-law 1-2012 

J. Mitchell read the recommendation and called for the vote. 

Motion No. CW82-12 Moved by: V. Prendergast 

Seconded by: G. Lorentz (carried – one opposed) 

16. Other Business 

THAT By-law 1-2012 be read a third time and adopted by the 

General Membership; 

AND THAT By-law 1-2009 be repealed; 

AND THAT a copy of By-law 1-2012 be forwarded to the Ministry of 

Natural Resources. 

a) B. Bell referred to the information placed on the members’ desks relating to the 

2RiversFestival which is being held in the City of Guelph from June 10, 2012 to June 

17, 2012. He advised the members that this event celebrates the Speed and 

Eramosa Rivers, the uniqueness of the rivers and the inspiration they provide. More 

than 20 events are scheduled. He encouraged the members to participate in the 

festival events. 

b) W. Stauch said it would be nice to have a “big picture” of what is happening 

throughout the Grand River watershed. He said that there are a lot of activities going 

on. He referred to the designation of the Grand River as a Heritage River in 1994. 

He described the celebration held at the Mill Race in Cambridge including a parade 

with a flag from every watershed municipality. He also said there was a great 

celebration for the tenth anniversary of this designation. He then said that the GRCA 

must do something to commemorate the 20 th anniversary of the designation in 2014 

that will engage everyone in the watershed. He said he is not sure what to do but the 

members should take this under advisement and decide in the fall. 

c) J. Haalboom commended staff for the new format of The Grand. She said she was 

impressed with headlines such as “Putting the Grand on a diet”. She referred to 

Report No. CW-06-12-55 – Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations 

to Shorelines and Watercourses Regulation – Section B – Approvals with Conditions. 

She noted that the permit applications relate to bridges constructed in 1940 and 

1930. She said that even if a bridge is not inventoried or assessed and therefore not 

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included in the GRCA Heritage Bridge Inventory staff should identify the type of 

bridge involved. J. Mitchell suggested that J. Haalboom speak with staff concerning 

her suggestion following the meeting. 

d) J. Mitchell thanked staff who dealt with the Hockeyfest situation at Brant 

Conservation Area during the last two weeks. D. Schultz provided a summary of the 

events which culminated in the withdrawal of Brant Conservation Area as the venue 

for 2012 Hockeyfest. There were two press releases made by the GRCA and two 

such releases by Brantford Police Services. Copies of the press releases outlining 

the reasons for the police withdrawal of security support for the event and GRCA’s 

subsequent withdrawal of the venue were made available to the members. 

17. Closed Meeting (motion required – pursuant to Section 36 of By-Law No.1-2009) 

None 

18. Next Meetings: 

i) 

ii) 

iii) 

20. Adjourn 

General Membership Meeting 

Friday, June 29, 2012 – 9:30 a.m. 

Auditorium/Boardroom, Administration Centre, Cambridge 


Friday, July 27, 2012 – 9:30 a.m. 


*to be followed by Advocacy Ad Hoc Committee Meeting* 

General Membership Meeting/Committee of the Whole 

Friday, August 24, 2012 – 9:30 a.m. 


The meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m. 

21. Grand River Source Protection Authority Meeting [if required] 

Chair Secretary-Treasurer 

First Vice-Chair Second Vice-Chair 

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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH 

BY-LAW NO. 59-2012 

Being a By-law to amend By-law No. 6-ZB-1999, as amended, which may be cited as "The 

Zoning By-law of the Municipality of North Perth", and which is a By-law to regulate the use of 

land and the character, erection, location and use of buildings and structures and to prohibit 

certain buildings, structures and uses in various defined areas of the Corporation of the 

Municipality of North Perth. 

WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of North Perth deems it 

necessary in the public interest to pass a By-law to amend By-law No. 6-ZB-1999, as 

amended; 

AND WHEREAS pursuant to the provisions of Section 34 of the Planning Act, as amended, 

By-laws may be passed by Councils of municipalities for prohibiting or regulating the use of 

land and the erection, location, or use of buildings or structures within the municipality for or 

except for such purposes as may be set out in the By-law, and for regulating in certain 

respects buildings or structures to be erected or located within the municipality; 

NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF 

NORTH PERTH ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 

1. The area shown in hatching on the attached map, Schedule "A", and described part Lots 

100 -102, 104-107, Plan 194 (Wallace Ave. S., Listowel Ward) of the Municipality of North 

Perth shall be removed from the “Future Development Zone (FD)” of By-law No. 6-ZB- 

1999, and placed in the “Residential Zone Four (R4)” but shall be subject to the provisions 

of Section 10.10.13 of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999, as hereinafter set forth. The Zoning on this 

land shall be shown as “R4-13” and “FFCA” on Key Map 23 of Schedule “A” to By-law No. 

6-ZB-1999, as amended. 

2. Section 10.10 of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 is hereby amended by adding the following 

provision: 

“10.10.13 R4-13 (a) Location: Lots 100 -102, 104-107, Plan 194 

(Wallace Ave. S., Listowel Ward) 

(b) Notwithstanding any provisions of this By-law, to the contrary, townhouse dwellings 

will be an additional permitted use on land within the “R4-13” zone as shown on Key 

Map 23 of Schedule “A” to By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 (also shown on Schedule “A” to 

By-law No. 59-2012). 

(c) The provisions of Section 11.2 of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 regarding townhouse 

dwellings, shall apply to the above-noted additional permitted use. 

(d) All other applicable provisions of this By-law, as amended, shall apply.” 

3. Schedule "A", attached hereto, shall form part of this By-law. 

4. All other provisions of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999, as amended, shall apply. 

5. The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to proceed with the giving of notice of the 

passing of this By-law in accordance with the Planning Act, as amended, and to 

Regulations thereto. 

6. This By-law shall come into force on the date that it was passed, pursuant to the Planning 

Act, and to Regulations thereto. 

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READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME THIS 9 th DAY OF JULY, 2012. 

READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 9 th DAY OF JULY, 2012. 

______________________________ _____________________________ 

Julie Behrns, Mayor Patricia Berfelz, Clerk 

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Certified a true copy of By-law No. 59-2012 passed by the Council of the Corporation of 

the Municipality of North Perth, _______________________, 2012. 

______________________________ 

Patricia Berfelz, Clerk 

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THIS IS 

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OF THE 

UNION STREET WEST 

SCHEDULE "A" 

BY-LAW NO. Z04-2012 

MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH 

PASSED THIS _ _ _ DAY OF _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , 2012 

_________________________ ________________________ 

Julie Behrns, Mayor Patricia Berfelz, Clerk 

AREA AFFECTED BY THIS BY-LAW 

Remove from the "Future Development Zone (FD)" of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 of the 

Municipality of North Perth and be placed in the "Residential Zone Four (R4)" and 

shall be subject to the provisions of Section 10.10.13 of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 

of the Municipality of North Perth 

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BY-LAW NO. 59-2012 

EXPLANATORY NOTE 

By-law No. 59-2012 of the Corporation of the Municipality of North Perth is an amendment to 

the Municipality of North Perth Zoning By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 and affects property in the 

Municipality of North Perth (Elma Ward) described as part Lots 100 -102, 104-107, Plan 194 

(Wallace Ave. S., Listowel Ward). The subject property is owned by Douglas David Hay and 

Robert John Hay. 

By-law No. 59-2012 changes the zone classification of the subject property (shown in hatching 

on the attached map) from the current "Future Development Zone (FD)" of By-law No. 6-ZB- 

1999 to the “Residential Zone Four (R4)” of By-law No. 6-ZB-1999 with special provisions to 

permit townhouses as a permitted use, in addition to the uses permitted in the “R4” zone (i.e. 

single detached; semi-detached; duplex; triplex; and fourplex dwellings). 

By-law No. 59-2012 was adopted by North Perth Council on the basis of an application 

submitted by the property owner. The property owner wishes to construct a number of multiple 

unit dwellings – either fourplex dwellings, or townhouse dwellings. A Site Plan Agreement will 

be required to permit the development of multi-unit dwellings on the subject property. In 

addition, it is expected that applications will also be brought forward to create lots for the 

proposed dwellings. 

Schedule "A" to the attached By-law No. 59-2012 is a map showing the location and zoning of the 

subject property. 

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HOUSING IN NORTH 

PERTH 

June 2012 Evaluating Affordability 

Prepared by: Kristin Sainsbury, County of Perth Economic Development 

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E X E C U T I V E S U M M A RY 

In November 2011, the North Perth Economic 

Development Committee expressed a desire to 

undertake a preliminary review of housing in the 

municipality of North Perth, in an effort to evaluate 

the affordability of North Perth relative to 

neigbhouring communities as well as against local 

incomes. 

Housing affordability impacts both the attractiveness 

and competitiveness of a municipality. 

North Perth has a current population of 12,631 1 with 

approximately 7500 people living in Listowel. North 

Perth has seen a recent increase of 3.1% between 

2006 and 2011, which is the highest rate of growth 

in the County. Similar to the rest of the County, 

North Perth has an aging population that will have 

changing needs with respect to housing opportunities. 

As such, as the community continues to grow, it will be 

important for the municipality to ensure diversity in its 

housing stock to both attract young families, to ensure 

it meets affordability requirements, and to 

accommodate aging seniors in the community. 

Currently, 75% of housing in North Perth are single 

detached units 2. In 2011, 150 home sales were 

reported by the Huron Perth Real Estate Board. The 

average sale price of single detached home was 

$218,552.00. Ninety percent of these were single 

detached dwellings 3. 

Relative to other communities in Perth County and 

Waterloo Region, housing is comparatively 

affordable in North Perth. Neighbouring communities 

in Huron and Grey/Bruce Counties however, have 

lower average price for homes. 

Using an affordability indicator of less than 30% of 

a household income allocation for housing, a 

household or individual would need to earn 

approximately $53,000.00/year to afford an 

average priced home in North Perth. Based on 

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2 Statistics Canada, 2006 Census 

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reported incomes, this means 

50% of households in North 

Perth do not earn enough to 

buy an average priced 

home. 

The median 

household income 

for North 

Perth is $56,019. 

By comparison, houses available on the market range 

in price from $76,000 to 269,000. The majority are 

priced in the $125,000 to $175,000 range. These 

would generally require incomes between $35,000 

and $50,000. 

Similarly, based on recently approved development 

applications, there is a diverse range of housing 

types entering the market, ranging from apartment 

to townhouse and semi-detached units. These will 

contribute to the diversity in the housing market and 

overall offer alternatives to single detached homes. 

Overall, there is diverse range of housing types 

offered at a range of prices, resulting in general 

affordability for the majority of households in the 

municipality. There appears to be limited housing 

options for households earning less than $30,000 per 

year. Current waiting lists for affordable housing 

units in Atwood and Listowel, and limited rental 

availability point to the need for additional 

affordable and rental housing units in North Perth. 

The municipality is encouraged to explore creative 

opportunities for diversifying its housing stock through 

infilling and intensification. This will be necessary to 

accommodate an aging population, to attract young 

families and to ensure affordability and efficient use 

of existing infrastructure. The municipality could also 

explore allowing accessory units where fire code 

requirements can be met, and reducing development 

charges for higher density development. North Perth 

is also encouraged to review its affordability 

guidelines from time to time to ensure that it is 

meeting its targets through development 

applications. 

A comprehensive and combined approach will ensure 

the municipality remains attractive and affordable 

both as a community to live and work.

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Housing in North Perth 


E VA L U A T I N G A F F O R D A B I L I TY 

BACKGROUND 

Located in the northern reaches of Perth County, 

North Perth is a strong, vibrant community. 

Consisting of the former townships of Wallace 

and Elma and the Town of Listowel, the new 

Municipality combines the best of small urban 

and rural environments. 

The urban areas of North Perth include Listowel, 

Atwood and part of Monkton as well as smaller 

settlements of Britton, Donegal, Gowanstown, 

Molesworth, Newry, and Kurtzville. 

In November 2011, the North Perth Economic 

Development Committee expressed a desire to 

undertake a preliminary review of housing in the 

municipality of North Perth. Their goal is to 

evaluate the affordability of North Perth 

relative to neighbouring communities as well as the affordability against local incomes. 

Housing affordability impacts both the attractiveness and competitiveness of the municipality as a place 

to establish a home, but is also important for ensuring housing that meets the needs of households with 

different earning capabilities. 

The Provincial Policy Statement requires municipalities to provide for an appropriate range of housing 

types and densities to meet projected requirements of current and future residents of regional markets. 

This includes ensuring minimum targets for the provision of housing that is affordable to low and moderate 

income households. Understanding the distribution and inventory of housing relative to incomes will assist 

the municipality in making future decision related to both planning and economic development goals. 

The County of Perth Official Plan (Section 6.4.43) outline targets for affordable housing. In addition, the 

Economic Development Section of the County Official Plan identifies: 

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“the facilitation of residential development in the County, including increasing the inventory 

of residential units for first-time homeowners, expanding opportunities for continuum of care 

housing units, and providing for a mixture of housing types to address the full range of 

housing needs”(Section 3A (h)). 

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Similarly, the Listowel Ward Official Plan (Section 5.5.1 d) and f): 

(d) that targets for the creation of new affordable housing units will be considered by 

Council; and 

(f) that a minimum of 20 per cent of all housing units to be provided within the Listowel 

Ward will be within the affordability range established for this area by the Province 

This report will provide an overview of the existing housing stock, real estate market trends and reported 

incomes in North Perth. It will take a preliminary look at the affordability based on these indicators. 

The information in this report was obtained from the Census, Huron Perth Real Estate Board, the Realtors 

Association of Grey, Bruce and Owen Sound, Perth County Social Research and Planning Council and 

CMHC. 

DEMOGRAPHIC AND ECONOMIC TRENDS IN NORTH PERTH 

North Perth has a population of 12,631 (2011 Census) with approximately 7500 people living in 

Listowel. North Perth has seen modest population increases of 1.7% increase between 2001 and 2006. 

More recent increase of 3.1% between 2006 and 2011. Most recent statistics demonstrate that of the 

municipalities in Perth County, North Perth experienced the highest growth rate between 2006 and 2011, 

and exceeds the County growth of 1% during this same period. 

The median 

income for North 

Perth’s 4615 

households is 

$56,019. 

Overall, the municipality has seen 

modest increases in population over the 

past 20 years. North Perth’s population 

distribution by age shows a large 

proportion of its population in the 10 to 

24 year old range and the 44 to 54 

year old range. 

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North Perth has 4615 households 

overall. The median household 

income for all households in North 

Perth was $56,019. 

When compared to neighbours in 

Minto and North Huron, North 

Perth has a higher median 

household income but lower 

median household income than the 

other municipalities in Perth 

County. 

Income Distribution 

The income distribution is outlined in the following table. In North Perth, 18.8% of total households 

earned less than $30,000. Overall, 43.6% of the households in North Perth earned less than $50,000. 

The average household income of North Perth is $66,923. This compares to the median income of 

$56,019. The average income for the rest of Ontario is $77,967 and $67,241 for Perth County. 

The Average Household Income 

in North Perth is $66,923. 

North Perth’s median household income ($56,019) was slightly higher than Stratford ($54,128) and close 

to that of St. Marys ($56,317). The median incomes are slightly lower than West Perth and Perth East 

($60,736 and $60,985). Perth South has the highest median income of $69,769. It is important to note 

that single parent households have a lower median income of $46,791 which may result in greater 

challenges sourcing affordable housing for this segment of the population. 

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HOUSING STOCK IN NORTH PERTH 

The majority of housing is located in Listowel, Atwood, Monkton and the larger settlement areas. Based 

on the 2006 Census, the Municipality of North Perth has 4016 households. The proportionate breakdown 

of dwelling types is shown in Figure 3. 

Row 

houses - 

1% 

Apartment 


HOUSE SALES IN NORTH PERTH 

Figure 5 illustrates the number of housing 

units that sold in North Perth between 2006 

and 2011 4 . 

150 homes sold in North Perth in 

2011. This compares to 42 in Perth 

East, 93 in West Perth, 42 in 

Palmerston, 23 in Harriston, and 103 

in Huron East. 

In 2011, 150 houses sold through organized real estate in North Perth. North Perth has seen fairly 

consistent numbers of housing unit sales since 2006 with a slight decline in 2010 (124 units sold). 

The following table illustrates unit sales in North Perth by housing type between 2007 and 2011. There 

have been consistent sales levels by housing type during this time period with a higher proportion of 

townhouse sales in 2009. 

Single 

Detached 

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(Source: Huron Perth Real Estate Board) 

Semi- 

Detached 

Townhouse Apartment 

Unit 

Mobile 

Home 

2011 133 11 1 0 3 2 

2010 102 8 3 2 8 1 

2009 129 10 6 0 5 2 

2008 106 10 1 3 5 0 

2007 122 6 2 1 3 1 

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PRICE OF HOUSING IN NORTH PERTH 

This section will review house sales, and house prices in North Perth 

from 2006 to 2011 and relative to neighbouring communities. 

Figure 6 identifies average sale prices based on 2011 sales data 

from the Huron Perth Real Estate Board. The average sale price 

(all housing types excluding farms) in 2011 was $214,754.00. 

This represents an increase of 11% from the 2010 average sale 

price of $191,846. 

Figure 6: 

Of equal note is the fact that only one townhouse 

unit sold in 2011 which accounts for the high 

average price of townhouse sales in 2011. 

By comparison, in 2010, the average sale price for 

a townhouse was $188,875 based on three unit 

sales. 

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The average sale price for a 

single detached home in 

North Perth in 2011 was 

$218,552. 

The average sale price for a single 

detached home in North Perth in 

2011 was $218,552. In 

comparison, the median price for a 

single detached home was 

$201,000. 

Of note is the fact that the 

average sale price of a townhouse 

exceeded that of single detached 

units- with an average of 

$229,000. 

“As rural economies shift from 

resource based to other 

economic activities, and as the 

occupational structure 

becomes more diverse, there 

may be longer-term 

implications for shifting housing 

demands” (CMHC, 2003) 

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Figure 6 provides a comparison of average sale price of all housing types in North Perth relative to 

surrounding communities. North Perth and West Perth have comparable (and lowest) average sale prices 

in Perth County. 

Figure 6: 

Waterloo Region 

North Perth has lower average sale price than Waterloo Region and the Town of Minto. In contrast, North 

Perth has a higher average sale price than its neighbours to the north and west, including Palmerston, East 

Huron, Harriston and Howick. 

CONDITION OF HOUSING STOCK 

Based on the 2006 Census, 75% of the existing housing stock in North Perth was built before 1986 – 

making it over 25 years old. While age is not an indicator 

of the quality of the housing stock, in general older homes 

will be less efficient and more costly to heat/cool than 

newer more efficient homes. 

In general, homes requiring substantial repair will be 

among the more affordable in the housing stock, however 

they will also require substantial amount of extra funds to undertake the repairs necessary. This may 

make ownership of these prohibitive. 

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Minto 

Stratford 

Perth South 

St. Marys 


Perth East 

North Perth 

West Perth 

Palmerston 

East Huron 

Harriston 

Howick 

Comparison of Average House Prices 2011 

$181,519.00 

$176,798.00 

$172,604.00 

$159,380.00 

$240,694.90 

$236,520.71 

$232,494.98 

$219,650.67 

$219,068.09 

$214,754.17 

$214,604.67 

$258,233.00 

$300,949.00 

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5.1% of North Perth’s housing stock 

was identified as requiring “Major 

Repair” (Census, 2006)

RESIDENTIAL TAX RATES 

An additional consideration of 

the cost of a community are the 

taxes. Typically affordability 

includes the total cost of housing 

including house prices as well as 

property taxes. Rental units 

may include property carrying 

costs in rents. As a result, high 

residential taxes can have a 

substantial impact upon 

affordability. 

North Perth Residential Tax 

Rate is in line with the others in 

the County, and among the 

lowest rates of neighbouring 

communities, more affordable 

than Minto, Howick and 

Stratford. 

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NORTH PERTH NEW HOUSING STARTS 

Recent new housing activity has been occurring primarily in Listowel and Atwood. New dwelling units 

since 2006 account for an additional 301 units. Since 2006 construction in North Perth has seen a decline 

in the number of new building permits. Historically the majority of new permits were issued for single 

detached units, however 2009 

and 2010 saw a larger 

number of permits issued for 

multi-family units. 

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One way to monitor affordability 

and attractiveness is by evaluating 

the proportion of residents that live 

and work in the same community. A 

high proportion of residents that both 

live and work in a community can be 

an indicator of a balance between 

the work available in the community 

and the ability of residents to afford 

to live in that community based on 

local wages. 

2006 Census Place of Work data 

identifies that 65.9% live and work in 

North Perth. This is higher than the 

average for the rest of the County, Ontario 

and North Huron. It is substantially higher than for the town of Minto that has over 60% of its population 

working outside the community. 

Of those that do commute to work in Listowel, the majority are coming from Huron County. 

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RENTAL HOUSING IN NORTH PERTH 

Based on CMHC rental housing report (April 2011), there were 39 vacant units out of 389 units 

inventoried - a vacancy rate of 10%. A vacancy rate of 10% is an indicator of availability. Based on 

the 2006 Census, 25% of the housing inventory is rented compared to 75% owned. The median monthly 

rent for rented units was $668.00 compared to $758 per month for owned units 5 

Evaluation of Rental Units available based on advertisements online and in local papers, identify the 

following types of units available for the following rents: 

3 BR Split Level Home with Single Car Garage $1300 +utilities 

3 BR Semi (Newer) with fireplace, garage, deck $1050 +utilities 

3 BR Bungalow with single garage (Palmerston) $1000 + utilities 

Barber Avenue – 1 BR Unit $650.00 

-2 BR Unit $750.00 

- 3 BR Unit $810.00 

AFFORDABILTY IN NORTH PERTH 

Housing affordability is 

commonly defined as 

housing costs that do 

not exceed 30% of a 

household’s gross 

income, and generally 

includes taxes, insurance 

and utility costs. The 

following illustrates the 

monthly rent and 

mortgage levels that 

would fit within general 

affordability guidelines. 

5 2006 Census, North Perth Community Profile 

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The average sale price in North Perth in 2011 was $214,754.00 i . Assuming a 10% down payment, an 

interest rate of 4.45%, $2400 per year in taxes and $200 

per month in heat and hydro, a household or individual would 

need to earn approximately $53,000.00 to afford an 

average priced home in North Perth. 

Based on 2006 Census data, the median household income 

(all households) in North Perth was $56,019. This would 

indicate that approximately half of the households in North 

Perth would be challenged to afford an averaged priced 

home without spending in excess of 30% of their income on 

the mortgage, taxes, heat and hydro. 

By comparison, there are houses available in the mobile home or older neighbourhoods starting around 

$92,500. A recent real estate search showed the properties currently on the market ranged in price 

from $76,000 to 269,000. The majority are priced in the $125,000 to $175,000 range. Houses priced 

at the lower end of the scale (76,000 to $115,000 would be available to households earning between 

$25,000 – $30,000 – approximately 5% of North Perth Households). 

Households would require an income between $30,000 and $40,000 to afford homes in the range of 

$115,000 to 135,000 (representing 13% of North Perth households), and $40,000 to $50,000 to afford 

homes priced between $135,000 and $176,000. 

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Half of households in North Perth 

would be challenged to afford a 

$214,000 without spending in excess 

of 30% of their gross income on 

mortgage + expenses.

Overall, there currently appears to be housing available in the marketplace at a range of price levels that 

could be accommodated by a range of income levels. The largest challenge remains to ensure there is 

sufficient affordable housing for those earning less than $30,000 per year. 

AFFORDABLE & SOCIAL HOUSING UNITS 

In North Perth affordable units are run by the Stratford Housing Division, with units in Atwood and 

Listowel. Rents are established on a geared to income basis. Rent is calculated based on 30% of the 

gross household income to a maximum of the established "market rent" for the unit in the development in 

which you will reside (or to a maximum of the designated Household Income Limit, whichever is lower). 

Rent for those persons in receipt of social assistance from (Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support) 

is in accordance with a scale established in the Social Housing Reform Act, 2000, Ontario Regulation 

298/01 and may be changed periodically. The minimum rent for a unit is $85.00 plus any applicable 

utility charges. 

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North Perth Public Housing 

Adult 185 Ellen Street Atwood 12 

Adult 180 Queen St E Listowel 12 



Adult 645 Derry St E Listowel 27 

Family 

905-949 

Davidson Ave N Listowel 10 

Affordable 

Housing* Perth Meadows Listowel 4 

*Affordable Housing = 80% of Market Rent 

Listowel District 

Seniors Federal Seniors 

Atwood – 185 Ellen Street 

Currently in Atwood there are 12 one bedroom units. 

units. These are rent-geared to income based on 30% of 

gross household income. As one-bedroom units these are 

not well suited to families. There are currently no 

vacancies 

Listowel – 645 Derry Street East 

Currently in Listowel there are 27 one –bedroom units in 

a two storey walk up style. These are rent-geared to 

income units based on 30% gross household income. 

These units are generally suitable for singles or couples. 

There are currently no vacancies. There is currently a 

waiting list of 22 people for a 1 bedroom unit, and 1 

person on the list for a 4 bedroom unit. 

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INDICATORS OF AFFORDABILTY 

Low income cut-offs (LICOs) are income thresholds, determined by analyzing family expenditure 

data, below which families will devote a larger share of income to the necessities of food, shelter 

and clothing than the average family would. To reflect differences in the costs of necessities 

among different community and family sizes, LICOs are defined by community and family size. For a 

family of four living in rural or small urban areas in Ontario, they would be considered to be living in 

poverty if they earn $27,118 or less before tax or $21,728 after tax in 2006 (same as census year). 

Based on these figures 18.8% of North Perth population is living in poverty. 

As defined by the 2006 Census, 4% of the population in North Perth would be deemed to be Low Income 

after tax. 

% Low Income before Tax – all persons 7.4% 

% Low Income after Tax – all persons 4.0% 

% of Low Income before tax – Persons less than 18 years of 

age 

% of Low Income before tax – Persons less than 18 years of 

age 

11.2% 

5.0% 

The indicator for housing affordability is that housing (including utilities and taxes) amount to less than 

30% of a household income. In North Perth, 28.5% of renters are paying in excess of 30% of their 

income for their accommodations. Similarly, 14.5% of households that own their homes pay in excess of 

30%. 

In general, this supports the other 

findings in this report. There is a 

diversity and range of housing types and 

prices available in Listowel, offering 

more opportunities for those owning their 

home. 

By comparison, almost one-third of 

renters are not in affordable 

accommodations. This may be a factor 

of lack of supply which will in turn result 

in higher rental rates. The municipality is 

encouraged to review rental availability on a regular basis and encourage developments that will 

diversity the rental accommodations available to the market place. 

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PROPOSED HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS 

In July 2010, the municipality adopted a master growth plan. 

This growth plan identified the focus for future settlement 

expansions will be Listowel and Atwood (North Perth Growth Plan, 

10). 

This plan concluded that there is sufficient land available to 

accommodate projected growth for the next 20 years. It does 

recommend that to accommodate growth effectively the 

municipality establish policies through its Official Plan review that provide for the priority of new 

development through infilling, intensification, adaptive reuse of existing buildings and brown-field 

redevelopment sites. 

The following table identifies recent developments that have provided for higher density housing in Listowel. 

There is a mix in housing types including rental apartment (four-plex) as well semi-detached and townhouse 

units. 

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Recent Construction of Higher Density Housing units in 

Listowel Ward 

Development Unit Types # Units 

Royal Homes Apartment 4 

Danby Street E Townhouse 8 

Mowat Street E Townhouse 8 

McDonald Street E Townhouse 12 

Wellington Ave S Apartment 16 

Salisbury Ave S Semi-detached 6 

Mowat Street E Semi-detached 20 

Rogers Road Semi-detached 20 

Total 94 

The following illustrates the applications in progress that have accommodated for higher density housing: 

Pending 

“The focus for future settlement 

expansions in North Perth should 

be in Listowel and Atwood” 

~North Perth Master Growth 

Plan 

Wallaceview 

Developments Phase 2 10-24 townhouse (min. 10) 10 

Ameribuild Draft Plan small lot singles, & 40 townhouses 40 

Sonnenburg Draft Plan 2 apartment blocks (29) 29 

Sonnenburg Draft Plan 5 townhouse blocks (44) 44 

Lunor Subdivision 20-38 townhouses (min.20) 20 

Elizabeth St. W. 

OP and Zoning approved for 

townhouse units 16 

Albert Ave. and Edgar St. Semi-detached (22 units) 22 

Total 181 

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Based on current active applications, there are approximately 29 additional apartment units, 22 semidetached 

units and 50+ townhouses pending. The municipality is encouraged to continue supporting 

developments that offer a range of housing options and contribute to 

affordable goals. 

WHAT CAN THE MUNICIPALITY DO TO 

ADDRESS AFFORDABILITY? 

Policy 

Provincial Policy Statement (2005) directs municipalities to 

“promote efficient development and land use patterns, by 

accommodating an appropriate range and mix of residential, 

employment (including industrial, commercial and institutional 

uses), recreational and open space uses to meet long-term needs. 

It encourages growth in designated growth areas with compact form, 

mix of uses and densities that allow for the efficient use of land, 

infrastructure and public service facilities. 

“Permitting and facilitating all 

forms of housing required to 

meet the social, health and 

well-being of current and 

future residents, including 

special-needs requirements” 

~Provincial Policy Statement 

The Provincial Policy Statement speaks very clearly to the requirement for planning 

authorities to provide for an appropriate range of housing types and densities to meet projected 

requirements of current and future residents of the regional market area by: 

� establishing and implementing minimum targets for the provision of housing which is affordable to low 

and moderate income households; 

� permitting and facilitating all forms of housing required to meet the social, health and well-being 

requirements of current and future residents, including special needs requirements; and all forms of 

residential intensification and redevelopment ; and 

� establishing development standards for residential intensification, redevelopment and new residential 

development which minimize the cost of housing and facilitate compact form, while maintaining 

appropriate levels of public health and safety. 

Through the Official Plan, municipalities can establish housing policies that encourage intensification, 

infilling, as well as setting targets for new developments and affordability. 

Currently, the Listowel Ward Official Plan sets out a policy for “20% of all housing units within the 

Listowel Ward are to be within the affordability range for this area as established by the Province”. 

The Municipality is encouraged to review its housing policies to ensure they are achieving the 

Municipality’s goals with respect to affordability and diversity of housing options, as well as reviewing 

the methods for achieving these goals. 

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Zoning By-Law: 

Development criteria set out in zoning by-laws including permitted housing types, and zone requirements 

such as minimum lot frontages, maximum lot coverage, parking requirements, side yard setbacks, can all 

be reviewed and amended as required to encourage and promote a range of housing types, smaller lots, 

higher density uses as well as infilling. 

Infill/Intensification: 

Listowel has older neighbourhoods where there are smaller war-time style homes on large lots that could 

have the potential for severance and infilling with compatible scale development. The Municipality could 

review its policies and zoning requirements for its ability to support this type of development. 

An effective approach toward infilling and intensification will be to also include design guidelines to 

ensure compatibility in scale and massing of infill projects. This will improve compatibility and minimize 

potential conflict of development applications that do not fit the character of an existing neighbourhood, 

and provide owners of existing homes in areas identified 

for infilling confidence that the character of the street will 

be maintained. It would provide assurance that the 

massing, size and relationship to their property would be 

taken into consideration in the approval process. 

This is supported in the findings of the Master Growth Plan 

“through the next Official Plan Review, the Official Plan 

should establish policies that provide for the priority of new 

developments through infilling, intensification, adaptive reuse of existing buildings and brown field 

redevelopment before urban expansions” (Master Growth Plan, 13). 

Development Charges: 

The Municipality could review its Development Charge By-law and amend it to provide a more 

affordable rate for higher density housing and for infill/intensification vs. more expensive greenefield 

development. This would reflect the fact that developments of large lot singles cost the municipality more 

to service per lot than more intensive and infill forms of development. 

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Municipalities can develop policies, 

zoning and design guidelines to 

promote and encourage compatible 

infilling and intensification within 

existing neighbourhoods.

Other Opportunities/Considerations: 

Accessory Units: 

The municipality could consider reviewing policies and zoning requirements related to accessory apartments. 

Accessory units that can be constructed and meet fire requirements could provide a source of income for 

homeowners, making ownership more feasible. In addition, accessory apartments increase the rental housing 

stock and provide affordable alternatives in the marketplace. 

As our population ages, this may be a way for the municipality to help support an aging population and 

allow families to provide independent care for aging parents who could be accommodated in an accessory 

unit. 

Housing Opportunities Fund 

The City of Kelowna has developed a fund to encourage the development of affordable housing. The 

City will use monies (generated from land sales and leases as well as other sources) to acquire lands 

suited to development opportunities that would include affordable housing. Land would then be leased 

or sold to builders, non-profit housing societies, developers and others to achieve projects that include a 

proportion of affordable housing. The City now offers grants in return for the provision of affordable 

rental housing. 

CONCLUSIONS 

A healthy housing sector, able to meet a broad range of needs, is a vital part of the economic and social 

wellbeing of any community. 

Local municipalities have an array of initiatives available to increase and preserve the supply of rental 

and affordable housing. Providing tax exemptions, addressing intensification and redevelopment, 

streamlining approvals, and exploring alternative development standards, are among the tools 

available. 

The municipality of North Perth has a range of housing options within its existing housing stock. Proposed 

new housing developments should be encouraged to further diversify the opportunities in the housing 

market and encourage developments that integrate higher densities. 

Broad analysis based strictly on average house prices and incomes would indicate that half of the 

households in North Perth would be challenged to afford an averaged priced home of $214,000. 

A review of current supply of homes for sale in the market, demonstrates that there are options available 

to a range of income levels in the existing inventory. There are a range of houses for sale between 

$75,000 and $175,000. There are limited options in the home ownership market that would be deemed 

affordable to households with incomes below $30,000. Those that are available are modular homes or 

homes appearing to need substantial repairs. 

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Overall, it does not appear that there is an immediate affordability need related to home ownership, 

however the rental market does appear to be limited as it relates to affordable units. A waiting list of 

23 people in North Perth through the housing authority points to an immediate need for additional 

affordable rental units. Recent approved developments, once constructed will result in approximately 20 

additional rental units in four-plex style units in Listowel. This will improve the availability in the rental 

market, but additional affordable units appear to be required, particularly to provide additional rentgeared-to 

income units. 

The municipality is encouraged to consider opportunities to improve the rental housing situation in the 

short term. 

As the population continues to age, housing requirements will shift and change and there will be 

additional services and housing types required to accommodate an aging population. A review of 

housing policies and regulations related to accessory apartments may assist in addressing this, as well as 

providing smaller, more affordable rental units into the market. 

In keeping with the Provincial Policy Statement and Smart Growth Principles, the Municipality is also 

encouraged to review its policies, zoning and development charge by-law towards supporting and 

encouraging more efficient and diversity in housing types and sizes in new housing developments, and to 

ensure it meets affordable housing targets. 

As part of a comprehensive housing strategy, flexible zoning and policy will also be a means of 

attracting young families and new workers to the community. Affordable new developments that 

integrate a range of housing types such as multi-unit dwellings, stacked townhouses, townhouses and semidetached 

units provide an entry opportunity into the market for young families. 

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REFERENCES: 

County of Perth Official Plan, April 2008 

CMHC. Housing Needs of Low-Income People Living in Rural Areas. 2003. Ottawa. 

Huron Perth Real Estate Board, Historic Sales Data 

IBI Group. Municipality of North Perth Master Growth Plan, July 2010 

Listowel Ward Official Plan, 2010 

Perth County Social Research and Planning Council. Quality of Life in Perth County – a 2008 Profile. 

Realtors Association of Grey Bruce Owen Sound, Historic Sales Data 

Statistics Canada. 2007. 2006 Community Profiles. 2006 Census. Statistics Canada Catalogue no. 92-591- 

XWE. Ottawa. Released March 13, 2007. 

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COUNTY OF PERTH 

REPORT 

TO: Municipality of North Perth Council and Planning Advisory Committee 

FROM: Allan Rothwell, MCIP, RPP 

DATE: June 22, 2012 

SUBJECT: Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Avon Maitland District School Board 

LOCATION: Part Lots 28, 29 and 30, Concession 1, Wallace Ward in North Perth 

Purpose of Application: 

The application has been submitted for the purpose of rezoning the subject property from the 

“Agriculture Zone (A)” to the “Institutional Zone (IN)” in order to permit a new elementary 

school and day care on an approximate 7.37 hectare (18.2 acre) parcel of land. 

County Official Plan: 

On May 3, 2012 County Council adopted an amendment to the County OP (No.121). This 

OPA permits: a use described as a school (including school building, parking area, 

playground, soccer and baseball fields, and accessory uses) shall be permitted on a 7.37 

hectare (18.2 acre) parcel of land at Part of Lots 28 and 29, Concession 1, Wallace Ward, 

Municipality of North Perth (Schedule “A-119) subject to the following: 

(i) That the development occurs on full municipal services; 

(ii) An amendment to the Municipality of North Perth Zoning By-law; and 

(iii) A site plan agreement. 

North Perth Zoning By-law No. 6-ZB-1999: 

The majority of the subject property is zoned “Agricultural Zone (A)” on Key Map 8 of 

Schedule “A”. This zone permits, among other things, farm uses, secondary farm 

occupations, home occupations, and accessory uses. The “A” zone does not permit new 

institutional uses such as the proposed school; therefore a Zoning By-law Amendment is 

required to permit the proposed development. 

Comments: 

The site plan sketch which was previously submitted by the applicant as part of the Official 

Plan Amendment application shows the new elementary school and its various component 

parts, including the school building, baseball field, soccer field, access driveways, and 

parking areas on a approximate on an approximate 7.37 hectare (18.2 acre) area. There is 

no stormwater management (SWM) area shown on the property, as it is intended that SWM 

in this area be on a “regional” basis with a SWM area located on neighbouring lands to 

service the area. 

Based on discussions with the applicant and their consultants, and with North Perth staff, it is 

understood that the applicant intends to meet the provisions of the Municipality’s Zoning Bylaw 

regarding schools. Based on a review of the preliminary plan for the school the building 

setback provisions of the “Institutional Zone (IN)” will be either met or exceeded. 

It should be noted that the majority of the required parking for the proposed school is to be 

located on the Municipality’s proposed recreation complex property (located immediately to 

the west). The provisions of Section 5.18.4 allow for required parking areas to be located 

within 150 m (492.12 ft.) of the use on the lot requiring the parking. Council will require a 

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parking agreement between the School Board and itself to satisfy the parking provisions of 

the Zoning By-law. 

If Council adopts the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment, a Site Plan Agreement will also 

have to be submitted to the Municipality for its review and approval. The Site Plan 

Agreement will address the following issues, among other things: parking; access; lot grading 

and drainage; landscaping; lighting; signage; and garbage enclosures etc. 

Recommendation: 

That the North Perth Planning Advisory Committee recommend to North Perth Council that 

the Application for an Amendment to the Zoning By-law by the Avon Maitland District School 

Board affecting property described as part of Lots 28 and 29, Concession 1 in the Wallace 

Ward of the Municipality of North Perth proceed to a public meeting and be approved. 

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Part Lot 28 & 29, Concession 1, Wallace Ward 

Application for Zoning By-law Amendment 

by The Avon Maitland District School Board 

AREA SUBJECT TO PROPOSED 

ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT 

PROPOSED BINNING STREET EXTENTION AREA 

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REPORT 



DATE: May 30, 2012 

SUBJECT: Application for Zoning By-law Amendment by Canadian Tire Real Estate Ltd. 

LOCATION: Part of Lot 31, Concession 1 (Mitchell Road S., Listowel Ward) 

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: 

The applicant wishes Council to place a “Holding Zone (-h)” on the subject property to stipulate 

that no development shall occur on the subject lands until such time that a suitable and 

acceptable means of access from a travelled road allowance to a future development on the 

property has been approved by the appropriate authorities. 

The County’s Land Division Committee gave Provisional Consent to Sever (Application No. 

B29/11) to create the subject property. The property has a lot frontage of approx. 74.79 m 

(245.37 ft.) along Nelson Ave. S., an irregular lot depth of 107.8 m (353.67 ft.) with an area of 

approx. 0.812 ha (2 ac.) for commercial purposes. It should be noted that there is a 0.3 m (1 ft.) 

reserve along Mitchell Road South (Highway No. 23). There also is an easement for drainage 

purposes for the neighbouring property to the south across the lands to be severed. The subject 

lands are currently vacant. 

COUNTY OF PERTH OFFICIAL PLAN: 

The subject property is within the “Serviced Urban Area” designation as shown on Schedule “A4- 

3”. These polices permit a broad range of land uses including: residential, commercial, 

industrial, institutional, recreational, and utility uses. Development of lands in the “Serviced 

Urban Area” designation for Listowel shall be in accordance with Listowel Ward Official Plan. 

LISTOWEL WARD OFFICIAL PLAN: 

The subject property is within the “Highway Commercial” designation as shown on Schedule “A”. 

These polices permit a wide range of commercial/business uses which serve the needs of the 

traveling public such as restaurants, drive-in food outlets, automobile service stations, public 

garages, and motels. Retail or wholesale outlets which require large enclosed or open storage 

areas such as building supply outlets, automobile sales and service dealerships are also 

permitted. 

A site specific amendment to the Listowel Ward Official Plan also permits a retail clothing store 

within this designation. Policies of particular interest include the following Sections:7.2 (Goals 

and Objectives); 7.4 (Definition and Permitted Uses); 7.5 (Policies); 7.5.4 (Access); 15.3.2.5 

(Public Road Access); and 15.3.2.12 (Easements and Rights-of-way). 

ZONING BY-LAW No. 6-ZB-1999: 

The subject property is within the “Highway Commercial Zone (C3-16)”, on Key Map 21. The 

“C3-16” zone permits a wide range of commercial/business uses which serve the needs of the 

traveling public (as specifically listed under Section 19.1 of the By-law), as well as a retail store, 

accessory uses and structures. 

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COMMENTS: 

The Zoning By-law Amendment application to place a “Holding Zone (-h)” on the subject 

property has been submitted by the property owner to fulfill one of the conditions imposed by the 

County’s Land Division Committee when Provisional Consent was given to Severance 

Application No. B29/11 to create the subject property on March 12, 2012. 

This Department is satisfied that the proposed application fulfills one of the conditions imposed 

by the County’s Land Division Committee, and will ensure that development will not occur on the 

subject property until such time as there is a suitable and acceptable means of access to a 

future commercial development on the subject property. 

RECOMMENDATION: 

That the Planning Advisory Committee recommend that North Perth Council proceed to a Public 

Meeting and approve the Zoning By-law Amendment application by Canadian Tire Real Estate 

Ltd. affecting property described as Part of Lot 31, Concession 1 (Mitchell Road S., Listowel 

Ward) to place a “Holding Zone (-h)” on the subject property until such time that a suitable and 

acceptable means of access from a travelled road allowance to a future development on the 

property has been approved by the appropriate authorities. 

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REPORT 



DATE: June 4, 2012 

SUBJECT: Application for Consent to Sever by W. Leon and Helen E. Perkin (B15/12) 

LOCATION: Pt. Lots 22 and 23, Con. 1 formerly in Wallace Twp, now in the Listowel Ward 

PURPOSE OF APPLICATION: 

The property owners propose to sever a parcel of land with a frontage of 36.58 m (120 ft.) 

along the proposed extension of Pleasant View Dr., an average lot depth of 44.2 m (145 ft.) 

and a lot area of approx. 1616.5 m 2 (17,400 ft. 2 ). A single-detached dwelling and a 

detached garage are located on the subject property. The extension of Pleasant View Dr. is 

to be dedicated to the Municipality of North Perth. 

The property owners propose to retain a parcel of land consisting of part of Lots 22 and 23, 

Con. 1 formerly in the Township of Wallace, now in the Listowel Ward. The retained land 

has a lot frontage of approx. 174.44 m (572.3 ft.) along Walton Ave. N., an irregular lot 

depth, and a lot area of approx. 13.3 ha (33.41 ac.). The land to be retained is vacant, and 

there are no immediate plans to develop the property. 

The property owners also propose to transfer an area of 705 m 2 (7,588.56 ft. 2 ) to the 

municipality for the extension of Pleasant View Drive. 

LISTOWEL WARD OFFICIAL PLAN: 

The lands to be severed, and the majority of the retained lands are within the “Residential” 

designation which permits a range of residential uses, including single-detached dwellings. 

The portion of the retained land that is in proximity to the Maitland River is within the “Flood 

Plain” designation. Policies of particular relevance include Sections: 5.4 (“Residential” 

Definition); 5.5 (Policies); 5.5.5 (Single-detached, Semi-Detached and Duplex Dwellings); 

5.5.14 (Plans of Subdivisions and Consents); 15 (Policy for the Division of Land); and 15.3 

(Consents). 

ZONING BY-LAW No. 6-ZB-1999: The lands to be severed are within the “Future 

Development Zone (FD-10)” on Key Map 17. The “FD-10” zone permits: one single-detached 

dwelling and accessory building, as well as uses, buildings and structures lawfully existing on 

the date of the passing of the By-law; agricultural uses, excluding buildings and structures; 

and accessory uses and structures lawfully existing on the date of the passing of the By-law. 

COMMENTS: Section 15 of the Listowel Ward Official Plan contains the policies for the 

division of land. Consents are generally discouraged in undeveloped area of the municipality, 

although the consent process is considered to be appropriate for infilling situations within the 

“built up” areas, when the plan of subdivision of subdivision process is not necessary in the 

public interest. 

The proposed severed lot could be incorporated into a Plan of Subdivision for the subject 

property. This Department understands that the property owner has no interest in developing 

the subject land for residential purposes, beyond the proposed lot which contains their 

personal dwelling. The application form notes that the retained land will be offered for sale. 

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In 1972, the Province approved the revised Plan of Subdivision for the 30 lots which exist 

along Perkin Cresc., Pleasant View Dr., and Walton Ave., known as Reg. Plan No. 483. The 

proposed lot on the subject property were excluded from the approval of the subdivision. 

While in general support of the application, there are a number of issues which the Planning 

Department notes should be considered: 

1) The proposed lot does not currently have frontage on an open public road, as required by 

both the Listowel Ward Official Plan and the North Perth Zoning By-law. In order to address 

this deficiency, the applicants propose to gratuitously convey an area of 705 m 2 (7,588.56 

ft. 2 ) to the Municipality of North Perth for the extension of the Pleasant View Dr. road 

allowance. In addition, the applicants should be required to enter into a Consent Servicing 

Agreement with the Municipality for the construction of the public infrastructure for the 

proposed lot; 

2) While the size of the proposed severed parcel is larger than those normally found in a 

serviced urban area, the proposed lot to be severed contains the existing dwelling. A 

“concept plan” showing how the severed parcels will fit around the proposed plan for 

residential development would assist in determining the appropriate configuration for the 

severed parcels; 

3) As with similar applications in Atwood (Zyta, Buchanan, Cox), the applicant should be 

required to enter into an agreement with the Municipality stating that any further 

development of the retained parcel will be by plan of subdivision; and 

4) The subject application does not conform to the provisions of the Zoning By-law. A Zoning 

By-law Amendment to deal with the proposed lot area, frontage, and size characteristics 

for both the severed and the retained parcels should be required as a condition of consent 

approval. 

RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Advisory Committee and North Perth Council 

recommend to the Perth County Land Division Committee that the Applications for Consent 

by W. Leon Perkin and Helen E. Perkin (No. B15/12) affecting property described as Pt. Lots 

22 and 23, Con. 1 formerly in Wallace Township, now in the Listowel Ward in the Municipality 

of North Perth be APPROVED as the application is are in conformity with the policies of the 

Listowel Ward Official Plan, subject to the following conditions being met: 

1) an agreement, registered on title, that any further development of the retained parcel will 

be by an approved Plan of Subdivision; 

2) a Zoning By-law Amendment being obtained to place the proposed severed lots in the 

appropriate zone while the retained lot be placed in an appropriate zone to preclude 

development until such time that a Plan of Subdivision is approved for the retained lot; 

3) a lot grading and drainage plan being submitted for the severed lands; 

4) that the Municipality of North Perth’s financial requirements being met (if any); 

5) that the applicant gratuitously convey to the Municipality of North Perth the land for the 

extension of the Pleasant View Dr. road allowance; 

6) that the Municipality dedicate the extension of Pleasant View Dr. as a public highway; and 

7) that the applicant enter into a Consent Servicing Agreement with the Municipality of North 

Perth for the construction of the public infrastructure for the proposed severed lot. 

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Part Lots 22 & 23, Concession 1, and Pt Lot 5, RP 173, Listowel Ward 

Application for Consent B15/12 

by Leon & Helen Perkin 


June-25-12 

LAND TO BE SEVERED 

LAND TO BE RETAINED 

LAND TO BE CONVEYED TO 

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M OVED BY: ____________________________________ 

SECONDED BY: _________________________________ 

THAT: 


AGENDA NO.:5.4.1.1 

DATE: July 9, 2012 

RESOL UTI ON NO: __________ 

General Administration 206,216.03 

Business Improvement Association 217.28 

Day Care 1,994.95 

Fire-Administration 924.44 

Fire-Atwood Department 4,927.02 

Fire-Elma L ogan Department 5,058.83 

Fire-L istowel Department 5,093.72 

Library 5,382.34 

Police 232,154.93 

Public Works & Sanitation-Capital 80,723.19 

Cemetery 1,970.96 

Drains - 

Landfill 6,437.55 

Roads 67,963.06 

Sewer & Water 43,931.47 

Recreation 48,076.38 

Payroll # 13 126,641.72 

Total 837,713.87 

ACTION ON MOTION: 


COUNCIL MEETING 

_____________________________________________ 

MAYOR OR OTHER ELECTED OFFICIAL 

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M OVED BY: ____________________________________ 

SECONDED BY: _________________________________ 

THAT: 


AGENDA NO.:5.4.1.2 


RESOL UTI ON NO: __________ 

Perth M eadows 4,537.87 

Total 4,537.87 

ACTION ON MOTION: 


COUNCIL MEETING 

_____________________________________________ 

MAYOR OR OTHER ELECTED OFFICIAL 

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REPORT 

TO: Council 

FROM: Mark Hackett, Manager of Environmental Services 


SUBJECT: Wood Grinding Invitation for Proposal 

COMMENTS: 

The Municipality of North Perth and the Municipality of West Perth jointly invited 

proposals for the annual grinding of the waste wood piles at the Elma Landfill in North 

Perth and the Mitchell Landfill in West Perth. 

Invitations for Proposal for were opened publicly in the Meeting Room at the Municipal 

Office on July 4, 2012 at 4:05pm. Attending were Pat Berfelz, Mark Hackett, Councillor 

Schneider and Councillor Howard. The following proposals were received, HST not 

included: 

1) Try Recycling Inc. $22,126.00 

2) Lake Huron Contracting $39,950.00 

3) Sittler Grinding Inc. $10,850.00 

• 2010 Price – $10,949.38 (Sittler) 

• 2011 Price - $10,974.32 (Try Recycling) 

RECOMMENDATION: 

That grinding of the waste wood at the Elma Landfill be awarded to Sittler Grinding Inc. 

in the amount of $10,850.00 HST not included. 

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Mark Hackett, Manager of Environmental Services 

Kriss Snell, CAO 

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BY-LAW NO. 74-2012 

BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE SIGNING 

OF AN AGREEMENT WITH 

ROSLIN ENTERPRISES 

WHEREAS it is considered necessary and desirable to enter into an agreement 

with Roslin Enterprises for consideration to receive effluent produced by their 

services. 

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Municipality of North Perth enacts as 

follows: 

1. The designated officials are hereby authorized to sign an agreement with 

Roslin Enterprises on behalf of the Municipality of North Perth 

2. A copy of the said agreement is attached hereto and designated as 

Schedule “A” to this By-law. 

3. This By-law shall come into force and takes effect on the day of the final 

passing thereof. 

READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

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CLERK

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BY-LAW NO. 89-2012 

BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE 

SIGNING OF AN AGREEMENT 

BETWEEN THE MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH 

AND 

BRANDON HENDRICK ZYTA 

WHEREAS pursuant to the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P13 Sec. 

51 (5) the County of Perth has the power to approve a plan of subdivision. 

AND WHEREAS the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, Chapter P13 Sec. 51(26) 

states a municipality or approval authority, or both, may enter into 

agreements imposed as a condition to the approval of a plan of subdivision 

and the agreements may be registered against the land to which it applies 

and the municipality or the approval authority, as the case may be, is entitled 

to enforce the provisions of it against the owner and, subject to the Registry 

Act and the Land Titles Act, any and all subsequent owners of the land; 

AND WHEREAS The Municipality of North Perth deems it in the public 

interest to enter into an agreement with Brandon Hendrick Zyta 

NOW THEREFORE the Council of The Municipality of North Perth 

enacts as follows: 

1. That the Mayor and the Clerk are hereby authorized to sign on behalf 

of the Municipality of North Perth an Agreement made pursuant to 

section 51(26) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C. P13 between The 

Municipality of North Perth and Brandon Hendrick Zyta. 

Read a First and second time this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

Read a Third time and finally passed this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

MAYOR Julie Behrns 

CLERK Patricia Berfelz 

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BY-LAW NO. 95-2012 

BEING A BY-LAW TO AUTHORIZE THE SIGNING 

OF AN AGREEMENT WITH 

PORTA PLUS PORTABLES 

WHEREAS it is considered necessary and desirable to enter into an agreement 

with Porta Plus Portables for consideration to receive effluent produced by their 

services. 

NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Municipality of North Perth enacts as 

follows: 

1. The designated officials are hereby authorized to sign an agreement with 

Porta Plus Portables on behalf of the Municipality of North Perth 

2. A copy of the said agreement is attached hereto and designated as 

Schedule “A” to this By-law. 

3. This By-law shall come into force and takes effect on the day of the final 

passing thereof. 

READ A FIRST AND SECOND TIME this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

READ A THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED this 9 th day of July, 2012. 

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MAYOR 

CLERK

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