Regular Council Meeting

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

it resolved that Council approves the 66% construction working drawings from IDEA for the Chantry Municipal Office Renovation and Addition, as recommended by the Working Group, as presented in Report FAC-2025-12.

it resolved that due to the resignation of Councillor Joan Delaney on March 4, 2025, the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby Declares the position of Ward 3 (South Crosby) Councillor to be Vacant as per the Municipal Act Sec 262(1) .

it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes amends the main motion to include that Council also agrees to reconsider the Integrity Commissioner Reports IC-35303-1124 and IC-35304-1124 from the March 3rd Council meeting.

WHEREAS at the Municipal Services Committee (GG) Meeting held March 24, 2025 Recommendation #48-2025 was passed recommending that a motion be brought forward to reconsider the penalties for Integrity Reports IC-35308-1124, IC-35313-1123 and IC-35309-1124 at the April 7 Council Meeting; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby agrees to reconsider the penalties for Integrity Reports IC-35308-1124, IC-35313-1123 and IC-35309-1124.

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 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.

WHEREAS at the Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meeting held March 26, 2025, Recommendation #38-2025 was passed recommending that the Township issue a letter of concurrence for the Xplore Inc. Telecommunications Tower project that is to be located on Dr. Johns Lane - South Crosby; AND FURTHER that this letter of concurrence identify that the property is along a private road, and that through this letter of concurrence the Township is not assuming the road, nor providing any maintenance or snow plowing. The Township shall also recognize that services such as fire, police, or ambulance may have limitations due to the access being via a private road; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby directs staff to issue a letter of concurrence for the Xplore Inc. Telecommunications Tower project.

it resolved, that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves and adopts the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held March 3, 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 PW Meeting: March 10, 2025; Municipal Services Committee GG Meeting: March 24, 2025; Economic Development Committee Meeting: March 3, 2025; Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting: March 20, 2025; Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meetings: March 12 & March 26, 2025; AND FURTHER that Council Acknowledges the Minutes of the: Rideau Lakes Public Library Board Meeting: January 23, 2025; Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority Special Meeting: January 29, 2025; Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Meeting: February 27, 2025.

it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 7 th day of April, 2025: By-Law 2025-44: ZBA-3-2025 (Brown) By-Law 2025-45: Fire Hall Debenture By-Law 2025-46: Adopt Emergency Response Plan (Repeals 2019-78) By-Law 2025-47: Implementation of Administrative Monetary Penalties By-Law 2025-48: Transition Agreement with Township of Athens By-Law 2025-49: Agreement with Petrie Ford for two 3Ton Trucks By-Law 2025-50: Set Rate of Speed on Opinicon Road By-Law 2025-51: Agreement with Fast Eddie's Auto Recycling (Old Kingston Road Property) By-Law 2025-52: Adopt Procurement Policy By-Law 2025-53: Require By-Election - South Crosby Ward By-Law 202547-54: Agreement with Limerick Environmental Services for Recycling Transfer and Processing Services By-Law 2025-55: Transfer Payment Agreement - Seniors Active Living Centres Program By-Law 2025-56: Road Naming Policy (Repeals 2013-67 and 2023-20)

it resolved that By-Laws 2025-44, 2025-45, 2025-46, 2025-47, 2025-48, 2025-49, 2025-50, 2025-51, 2025-52, 2025-53, 2025-54 2025-55 and 2025-56 be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 7th day of April, 2025.

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes designates the 2025 Delta Fair as a “Community Festival” to comply with LCBO conditions for a Special Occasion Permit.

WHEREAS circumstances have arisen that require changes and temporary appointment of Council members to certain Committees; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that The Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby Appoints the following: Morton and Area Community Enhancement Committee: Councillor Carr Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee: Councillor Carr Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority: Councillor Carr Friends of Cataraqui Trail: Councillor Carr

WHEREAS the United States has placed 25% tariffs on Canadian goods and 10% tariffs on energy exports from Canada; AND WHEREAS trade between Ontario and the U.S. is very important to our residents and local economies, and requires all levels of government to work together in the best interest of those residents; AND WHEREAS according to data from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, across Ontario, municipalities are expected to spend between $250 and $290 billion on infrastructure in the next 10 years; AND WHEREAS Ontario municipalities have traditionally treated trade partners equally and fairly in all procurements in accordance with our established international trade treaties; AND WHEREAS municipalities play a crucial role as part of the Team Canada approach to combat tariffs and support businesses in our procurement of capital and infrastructure programs; AND WHEREAS there are trade barriers between Canadian provinces and territories; NOW THEREFORE; be it resolved that the Township of Rideau Lakes stand with Team Canada; AND FURTHER that the Township of Rideau Lakes supports the Canadian and Ontario governments on measures they have put in-place in response to the U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods; AND FURTHER that the Township of Rideau Lakes requests that Canadian and Ontario governments remove any impediments to municipalities preferring Canadian companies and services for capital projects and other supplies; AND FURTHER that the Township of Rideau Lakes requests

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes closes Meeting at 7:27 p.m. to discuss matters as per Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, : Regular Council Closed Session Minutes of March 3, 2025; Municipal Services Committee (GG) Closed Session Minutes: March 24, 2025; Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Closed Session Minutes: March 26, 2025; Committee Appointments/Resignations: Section 239 (2)(b) - Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Municipal or local board employee.

it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes accepts the resignations of John Welsh (Newboro and Area CEC) and Claudine Braga and Molly Horn (North Crosby and Area CEC); AND FURTHER be it resolved that the following individuals be appointed to the local Community Enhancement Committees: Chuck Chant - Delta and Area CEC Fiona Stevenson - Newboro and Area CEC Margot Finn and Ken Maxwell - South Elmsley and Area CEC

it resolved that By-Law Number 2025-57 being a By-Law to Govern the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes at its Meeting held April 7, 2025 be taken as read a first, second and third time this 7th day of April, 2025.

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

Be it resolved that Council approves the 66% construction working drawings from IDEA for the Chantry Municipal Office Renovation and Addition, as recommended by the Working Group, as presented in Report FAC-2025-12. For (5): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (3): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that due to the resignation of Councillor Joan Delaney on March 4, 2025, the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby Declares the position of Ward 3 (South Crosby) Councillor to be Vacant as per the Municipal Act Sec 262(1).

Be it resolved that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes amends the main motion to include that Council also agrees to reconsider the Integrity Commissioner Reports IC-35303-1124 and IC-35304-1124 from the March 3rd Council meeting. For (3): Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (3): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard 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. Against (6): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, Councillor Hutchings, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard 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. Against (6): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, Councillor Hutchings, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 7, 2025 Pg. 6 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. Against (6): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, Councillor Hutchings, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved that an apology be provided to Council by Councillor Maxwell, Councillor Pollard and Mayor Hoogenboom for a breach of the Municipal Act related to the Integrity Commissioner reports. For (3): Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (3): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Conflict (2): Deputy Mayor P. Banks, and Councillor J. Banks Voter Type: Majority (Present), Recorded

Be it resolved, that the Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes Approves and adopts the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held March 3, 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 PW Meeting: March 10, 2025;  Municipal Services Committee GG Meeting: March 24, 2025; Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 7, 2025 Pg. 8  Economic Development Committee Meeting: March 3, 2025;  Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting: March 20, 2025;  Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Meetings: March 12 & March 26, 2025; AND FURTHER that Council Acknowledges the Minutes of the:  Rideau Lakes Public Library Board Meeting: January 23, 2025;  Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority Special Meeting: January 29, 2025;  Rideau Valley Conservation Authority Meeting: February 27, 2025.

Be it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 7th day of April, 2025:  By-Law 2025-44: ZBA-3-2025 (Brown)  By-Law 2025-45: Fire Hall Debenture  By-Law 2025-46: Adopt Emergency Response Plan (Repeals 2019-78)  By-Law 2025-47: Implementation of Administrative Monetary Penalties  By-Law 2025-48: Transition Agreement with Township of Athens  By-Law 2025-49: Agreement with Petrie Ford for two 3Ton Trucks  By-Law 2025-50: Set Rate of Speed on Opinicon Road  By-Law 2025-51: Agreement with Fast Eddie's Auto Recycling (Old Kingston Road Property)  By-Law 2025-52: Adopt Procurement Policy  By-Law 2025-53: Require By-Election - South Crosby Ward  By-Law 202547-54: Agreement with Limerick Environmental Services for Recycling Transfer and Processing Services  By-Law 2025-55: Transfer Payment Agreement - Seniors Active Living Centres Program Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 7, 2025 Pg. 9  By-Law 2025-56: Road Naming Policy (Repeals 2013-67 and 2023-20)

Be it resolved that By-Laws 2025-44, 2025-45, 2025-46, 2025-47, 2025-48, 2025-49, 2025-50, 2025-51, 2025-52, 2025-53, 2025-54 2025-55 and 2025-56 be taken as read a third time and finally passed this 7th day of April, 2025.

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes designates the 2025 Delta Fair as a “Community Festival” to comply with LCBO conditions for a Special Occasion Permit.

WHEREAS circumstances have arisen that require changes and temporary appointment of Council members to certain Committees; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that The Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes hereby Appoints the following:  Morton and Area Community Enhancement Committee: Councillor Carr  Rideau Lakes Lake Association Committee: Councillor Carr Regular Council Meeting Monday, April 7, 2025 Pg. 10  Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority: Councillor Carr  Friends of Cataraqui Trail: Councillor Carr

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes closes Meeting at 7:27 p.m. to discuss matters as per Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act,:  Regular Council Closed Session Minutes of March 3, 2025;  Municipal Services Committee (GG) Closed Session Minutes: March 24, 2025;  Planning Advisory and Committee of Adjustment Closed Session Minutes: March 26, 2025;  Committee Appointments/Resignations: Section 239 (2)(b) - Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including Municipal or local board employee.

Be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes accepts the resignations of John Welsh (Newboro and Area CEC) and Claudine Braga and Molly Horn (North Crosby and Area CEC); AND FURTHER be it resolved that the following individuals be appointed to the local Community Enhancement Committees:  Chuck Chant - Delta and Area CEC  Fiona Stevenson - Newboro and Area CEC  Margot Finn and Ken Maxwell - South Elmsley and Area CEC

Be it resolved that By-Law Number 2025-57 being a By-Law to Govern the Proceedings of the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes at its Meeting held April 7, 2025 be taken as read a first, second and third time this 7th day of April, 2025.