Regular Council Meeting

it resolved that item 11.6 of the procedural By-Law be set aside to move items 14.4 to 14.14 before Agenda Item 7 (Closed Meeting).

it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.

it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes amends the main motion to also include a suspension in pay of 15 days.

it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35303-1124) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner's Report (IC-35308-1124) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35313-1123) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35304-1124) recommendation, requests that Councillor Jeff Banks provide a public apology to the Mayor; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes acknowledges receipt of the Integrity Commissioner's Report (IC-35309-1124) regarding Councillor Jeff Banks; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes closes Meeting at 7:26 p.m. to discuss matters as per Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, : Planning Matter: Section 239 (2)(f) - Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; Regular Council Closed Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025; Municipal Services Committee (PW) Closed Meeting Minutes of February 10, 2025; Municipal Services Committee (GG) Closed Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2025; Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Closed Meeting Minutes of February 26, 2025; Committee Appointments/Resignations: Section 239 (2)(b) - Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Municipal or local board employee.

WHEREAS the Township of Rideau Lakes is currently in the process of completing construction of the Portland Community Hall and Rideau Lakes Library - Portland Branch; AND WHEREAS when the old Community Hall was demolished all assets were either sold, put into storage or disposed of; WHEREAS there are no longer any chairs for the public to use in the hall; AND WHEREAS the best price to date for 150 stackable chairs has been found at Costco for $71.43 a chair for a total before taxes of $10,714.50; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Manager of Facilities and Parks be authorized to purchase 150 stackable chairs for the Portland Community Hall; AND FURTHER that trolleys be purchased to allow for improved storage capacity; AND FURTHER that this cost be covered via pre-budget approval.

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes accepts the resignations of Dudley Hill (Newboro and Area CEC) and Tao Hipwell (Delta and Area CEC) and Mike Heaton, Accessibility Advisory Committee and thanks these individuals for their volunteer service to Rideau Lakes; AND FURTHER be it resolved that the following individual be appointed to the local Community Enhancement Committees: Jordan DeLong - Elgin and Area CEC

WHEREAS at the Lower Beverley Lake Park Board meeting held January 28, 2025, Resolution #04-2025 was passed requesting that the building permit fee of $1,406.25 for the proposed children’s pavilion be refunded to the Management Board on behalf of the Seasonal Campers; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes agrees to refund the Lower Beverley Lake Park Board building permit fees in the amount of $1,406.25 for the proposed Children's Pavilion.

WHEREAS at the Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meeting held Wednesday, February 26, 2025, Committee passed Recommendation #25-2025 regarding a Telecommunications Tower project; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau lakes authorizes staff to issue an extension for the letter of concurrence for the Signum Telecommunications Tower project that is to be located at Hackney Drive, Rideau Lakes, ON (Legal Description: CON 3 PT LOT 3 RP 28R2378;PART 3).

it resolved, that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the Minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the: Regular Council Meeting: February 3, 2025 Municipal Services Committee PW Meeting: February 10, 2025 Economic Development Committee Meeting: February 3, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting: February 13, 2025 Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting: February 20, 2025 Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meetings: February 26, 2025 AND FURTHER that Council Acknowledges the Minutes of the: Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board Meeting: January 28, 2025 Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Meeting: January 23, 2025 Delta Athletic and Recreational Society Meeting: February 4, 2025

it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the: Municipal Services Committee (GG) Meeting: February 24, 2025

it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the: Special Council Meeting: February 24, 2025

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes approves the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held February 24, 2025.

it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the: Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meeting: February 12, 2025

it resolved that By-Law 2025-31, being a By-Law to Amend By-Law 2020-08 (Flag Policy), be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of March, 2025.

it resolved that By-Law 2025-31 be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 3rd day of March, 2025.

it resolved that the main motion be

it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of March, 2025: By-Law 2025-32: Agreement with Da-Lee Dust Control Ltd. - Dust Suppressant By-Law 2025-33: Agreement with Gutters to Glory Sweeping - Street Sweeping By-Law 2025-34: Agreement with G. Tackaberry & Sons Construction - Granular Placement By-Law 2025-35: Amend Agreement with GIM By-Law 2025-37: ZBA-37-2024 (Spence) By-Law 2025-38: Adopt Non-Profit Bag Tag Policy By-Law 2025-39: Agreement with Rideau Roots - Horticulturalist Services By-Law 2025-40: Agreement with Green Acres Greenhouses & Landscaping - Beautification Watering By-Law 2025-41: Amend By-Law 2015-01 User Fees & Charges (Commemorative Bench & Tree fees) By-Law 2025-42: Smoking and Vaping

it resolved that By-Laws 2025-32, 2025-33, 2025-34, 2025-35, 2025-37, 2025-38, 2025-39, 2025-40, 2025-41 and 2025-42, be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 3rd day of March, 2025.

it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Receives and Files Correspondence Item 14.1.

WHEREAS the Township of Rideau Lakes has proudly built a new community hall and library facility in the Village of Portland; AND WHEREAS residents and taxpayers are excited to see the completion of this project; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved, that The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes plan an official opening event on Saturday, May 17, 2025; AND FURTHER that members of the Portland CEC, Portland Hall Board, staff with the Rideau Lakes Public Library - Portland Branch, Township staff, the Contractor and architect all work together toward planning this event; AND FURTHER that the costs related to this event be a pre-approved budget item of a maximum of $1,000.

WHEREAS the Township of Rideau Lakes currently has multiple projects that are being completed throughout the Municipality; AND WHEREAS it would be beneficial to the public to create and distribute, throughout the Municipality, a Mid-Term Update Report which would identify such current projects/initiatives such as the Delta Flooding, Gallagher Property, Portland Hall/Library, New Fire Hall (complete), Old Delta Maple Syrup Building, Municipal Office in Chantry, Recreation Agreements, Asset Management Plan, etc; AND FURTHER that the update be crafted by staff for approval by all of Council; AND FURTHER that the update be distributed with the Final Tax Bill in July, in lieu of the Mayor’s Update.

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lake votes non-confidence on Mayor Hoogenboom.

it resolved that By-Law Number 2025-43, being a By-Law to Govern the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes at its Meeting held March 3, 2025 be taken as read a first, second and third time this 3rd day of March, 2025.

Be it resolved that item 11.6 of the procedural By-Law be set aside to move items 14.4 to 14.14 before Agenda Item 7 (Closed Meeting). For (5): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (3): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, and Councillor Maxwell Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.

Be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes amends the main motion to also include a suspension in pay of 15 days.

Be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35303-1124) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided. For (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Against (3): Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner's Report (IC-35308-1124) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided. For (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Against (3): Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35313-1123) recommendation, requests that Deputy Mayor Paula Banks provide an apology to Ms. Alford; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided. For (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Against (3): Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (IC-35304-1124) recommendation, requests that Councillor Jeff Banks provide a public apology to the Mayor; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

Be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes acknowledges receipt of the Integrity Commissioner's Report (IC-35309-1124) regarding Councillor Jeff Banks; AND FURTHER that a suspension in pay of 15 days be provided.

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes closes Meeting at 7:26 p.m. to discuss matters as per Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act,:  Planning Matter: Section 239 (2)(f) - Advice that is subject to solicitor- client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose;  Regular Council Closed Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2025;  Municipal Services Committee (PW) Closed Meeting Minutes of February 10, 2025;  Municipal Services Committee (GG) Closed Meeting Minutes of February 24, 2025;  Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Closed Meeting Minutes of February 26, 2025;  Committee Appointments/Resignations: Section 239 (2)(b) - Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Municipal or local board employee.

WHEREAS the Township of Rideau Lakes is currently in the process of completing construction of the Portland Community Hall and Rideau Lakes Library - Portland Branch; Regular Council Meeting Monday, March 3, 2025 Pg. 13 AND WHEREAS when the old Community Hall was demolished all assets were either sold, put into storage or disposed of; WHEREAS there are no longer any chairs for the public to use in the hall; AND WHEREAS the best price to date for 150 stackable chairs has been found at Costco for $71.43 a chair for a total before taxes of $10,714.50; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Manager of Facilities and Parks be authorized to purchase 150 stackable chairs for the Portland Community Hall; AND FURTHER that trolleys be purchased to allow for improved storage capacity; AND FURTHER that this cost be covered via pre-budget approval.

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes accepts the resignations of Dudley Hill (Newboro and Area CEC) and Tao Hipwell (Delta and Area CEC) and Mike Heaton, Accessibility Advisory Committee and thanks these individuals for their volunteer service to Rideau Lakes; AND FURTHER be it resolved that the following individual be appointed to the local Community Enhancement Committees:  Jordan DeLong - Elgin and Area CEC

Be it resolved, that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the Minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the:  Regular Council Meeting: February 3, 2025  Municipal Services Committee PW Meeting: February 10, 2025  Economic Development Committee Meeting: February 3, 2025  Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting: February 13, 2025  Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting: February 20, 2025  Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meetings: February 26, 2025 AND FURTHER that Council Acknowledges the Minutes of the:  Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board Meeting: January 28, 2025  Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Meeting: January 23, 2025  Delta Athletic and Recreational Society Meeting: February 4, 2025

Be it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the:  Municipal Services Committee (GG) Meeting: February 24, 2025 Regular Council Meeting Monday, March 3, 2025 Pg. 16 For (5): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (4): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the:  Special Council Meeting: February 24, 2025 For (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (5): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes approves the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held February 24, 2025.

Be it resolved that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves the Minutes and Adopts all Recommendations contained within the minutes, unless otherwise dealt with, of the:  Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meeting: February 12, 2025 Regular Council Meeting Monday, March 3, 2025 Pg. 17

Be it resolved that By-Law 2025-31, being a By-Law to Amend By-Law 2020-08 (Flag Policy), be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of March, 2025. For (5): Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Dunfield, Councillor Hutchings, and Councillor Pollard Against (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor Carr, and Councillor Maxwell Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that By-Law 2025-31 be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 3rd day of March, 2025.

Be it resolved that the main motion be

Be it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of March, 2025:  By-Law 2025-32: Agreement with Da-Lee Dust Control Ltd. - Dust Suppressant  By-Law 2025-33: Agreement with Gutters to Glory Sweeping - Street Sweeping  By-Law 2025-34: Agreement with G. Tackaberry & Sons Construction - Granular Placement  By-Law 2025-35: Amend Agreement with GIM  By-Law 2025-37: ZBA-37-2024 (Spence)  By-Law 2025-38: Adopt Non-Profit Bag Tag Policy  By-Law 2025-39: Agreement with Rideau Roots - Horticulturalist Services  By-Law 2025-40: Agreement with Green Acres Greenhouses & Landscaping - Beautification Watering  By-Law 2025-41: Amend By-Law 2015-01 User Fees & Charges (Commemorative Bench & Tree fees)  By-Law 2025-42: Smoking and Vaping

Be it resolved that By-Laws 2025-32, 2025-33, 2025-34, 2025-35, 2025-37, 2025-38, 2025-39, 2025-40, 2025-41 and 2025-42, be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 3rd day of March, 2025.

Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Receives and Files Correspondence Item 14.1.

Regular Council Meeting Monday, March 3, 2025 Pg. 20 WHEREAS the Township of Rideau Lakes currently has multiple projects that are being completed throughout the Municipality; AND WHEREAS it would be beneficial to the public to create and distribute, throughout the Municipality, a Mid-Term Update Report which would identify such current projects/initiatives such as the Delta Flooding, Gallagher Property, Portland Hall/Library, New Fire Hall (complete), Old Delta Maple Syrup Building, Municipal Office in Chantry, Recreation Agreements, Asset Management Plan, etc; AND FURTHER that the update be crafted by staff for approval by all of Council; AND FURTHER that the update be distributed with the Final Tax Bill in July, in lieu of the Mayor’s Update. For (5): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lake votes non-confidence on Mayor Hoogenboom. For (5): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Delaney, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that By-Law Number 2025-43, being a By-Law to Govern the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes at its Meeting held March 3, 2025 be taken as read a first, second and third time this 3rd day of March, 2025.