The Brock Record

Council Meeting

May 27, 2024

Who was there

Present (7): Lynn Campbell, Angela Canavan, Claire Doble, Peter Frank, Michael Jubb, Cria Pettingill, Walter Schummer

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

Declared interests

Councillor Canavanon this item
Mayor Schummeron this item

What was decided (31 motions)

31 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

it Resolved That the presentation by John Grant, on behalf of Brock Arts and Culture, with respect to Art Installation at the Beaverton Harbour Request be received; and That Communication Number 524/24, Art Installation at Beaverton Harbour Request, submitted by Brock Arts and Culture be received; and That Council has no objection to the installation of local fish artwork on existing posts at the Beaverton Harbour.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
it Resolved That the presentation and Communication Number 529/24 by Christine Dukelow and Paula Warder of Beaverton Special Events with respect to the Wishing Tower Dedication Event be received; and That Council has no objection to the Wishing Tower Dedication Event at the Beaverton Harbour on Friday, June 21, 2024 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and That the public washroom will be available from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the day of the event, subject to staff availability; and That Council has no objections to the temporary use of two 10' x 10' pop up tents and temporary stage for use during the event subject to approval by the Chief Building Official; and That Council has no objections to the temporary display of a large mural on the side of the public washrooms during the event; and That staff will provide pylons and six reflective safety vests for the event, subject to availability; and That the Communications Coordinator will promote the event through the Township's website, social media and digital signs; and That staff be directed to remove the excess dirt pile and maintain the grass area surrounding the sculpture prior to the event; and That the request for crushed stone around the base of the sculpture be respectfully denied as landscaping improvements will be made in the near future.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
it Resolved That Council break for a recess at 7:32 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
it Resolved That the rules of procedure with respect to the length of the deputation be waived.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
It Resolved That the presentation by Martin Field, Spay Neuter Initiatives Association (SNIA) and Communication Number 528/24, Request for Financial Support for the New Accessible, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Veterinary Program be received; and That Council consider a contribution to SNIA in the amount of $690.45 during the 2025 Budget Deliberations.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
it Resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommendations from meetings held on May 13 and May 27, 2024 be adopted.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
it Resolve That Council adopts the following Council and Committee of the Whole minutes: Committee of the Whole Meeting - April 29, 2024 Committee of the Whole Meeting - Closed - April 29, 2024 Council Meeting - April 29, 2024 Committee of the Whole - May 13, 2024
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
it Resolved That the items listed in Section 12 Correspondence be approved save and except item numbers 12.1, 12.3, 12.5, and 12.6.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
it Resolved That Communication Number 404/24, submitted by Ronald Wineck with respect to the Beaverton Skateboard Park be received; and That staff advise the Beaverton Lions Club of the request and ask for their input on the project; and That following discussions with the Beaverton Lions Club, staff reach out to Ronald Wineck to discuss opportunities for a skateboard park makeover; and That the skateboard park proposal and design be brought forward for Council approval.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Frank Be
Carried
It Resolved That Communication Number 502, Fun Run - Beaverton Fairgrounds Walking Trail, submitted by Riley Wood be received; and That Council has no objection to the event being held on October 5, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Fairgrounds walking ground subject to receipt of proof of liability insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 with the Township of Brock named as an additional insured; and That Council approve the use of the walking trail for the event on October 5, 2024.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jubb, seconded by Councillor Doble Be
Carried
It Resolved That Communication Number 518/24, Petition for Traffic Accelerating Aggressively Reaching Fast Speeds Petition, submitted by the Citizens of Brock Township of Main St. E. Beaverton be received; and That Dragons Teeth pavement markings be installed on Main Street East; and That a speed limit reduction from 50 km/h to 40 km/h with new signage be installed; and That placement of an LED speed notice sign set to the new speed limit of 40 km/h after the new signage has been installed; and That additional signage be placed reading 'Traffic Calming Area'; and That staff advise DRPS about the speed reduction and ask for additional enforcement for that area; and That the cost for the speed reduction measures and signage be charged to the Traffic Calming budget.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Regional Councillor Jubb Be
Carried
It Resolved That Communication Number 546/24, Beaverton Lions Club Canada Day Request be received; and That Council approve the use of the ice surface at the Foster Hewitt Memorial Community Centre for the pancake breakfast on July 1, 2024; and That Council has no objection to the request for road closures on Main Street, Bay Street, Osborne Street and Simcoe Street for the Canada Day parade, subject to road occupancy permits being obtained through the municipality at no charge and Region of Durham and notification being given to Durham Regional Police, and That Staff provide barricades for road closures during the Canada Day Parade held in Beaverton on July 1, 2024 subject to availability; and That Council grants permission for the free use of the Beaverton Fairgrounds on July 1, 2024 subject to the receipt of proof of liability insurance for $5,000,000 naming the Township of Brock as additional insured, and that no other events have been scheduled at this location on this date; and That the fireworks display beginning at dusk be approved, subject to obtaining a fireworks permit through the Clerks Department; and That the Beaverton Lions Club works with staff to provide all required documentation for the use of amusement rides (midway), including inflatable devices (bouncy castles); and That Staff provide additional garbage receptacles and bags, barriers for the gates, and picnic tables to the Beaverton Fairgrounds on July 1, 2024 subject to availability; and That Council re
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Regional Councillor Jubb Be
Carried
it Resolved That By-laws 3266-2024 and 3267-2024 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Canavan Be
Carried
it Resolved That the Ontario Good Roads Conference Report as submitted by Councillor Frank be received.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Pettingill Be
Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law Number 3265-2024, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Brock at its meeting held on May 27, 2024 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Deputy Clerk.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
it Resolved That the Council meeting adjourn at 8:28 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Frank Be
Carried
Be it Resolved That the presentation by John Grant, on behalf of Brock Arts and Culture, with respect to Art Installation at the Beaverton Harbour Council - May 27, 2024 Request be received; and That Communication Number 524/24, Art Installation at Beaverton Harbour Request, submitted by Brock Arts and Culture be received; and That Council has no objection to the installation of local fish artwork on existing posts at the Beaverton Harbour.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be it Resolved That the presentation and Communication Number 529/24 by Christine Dukelow and Paula Warder of Beaverton Special Events with Council - May 27, 2024 respect to the Wishing Tower Dedication Event be received; and That Council has no objection to the Wishing Tower Dedication Event at the Beaverton Harbour on Friday, June 21, 2024 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and That the public washroom will be available from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the day of the event, subject to staff availability; and That Council has no objections to the temporary use of two 10' x 10' pop up tents and temporary stage for use during the event subject to approval by the Chief Building Official; and That Council has no objections to the temporary display of a large mural on the side of the public washrooms during the event; and That staff will provide pylons and six reflective safety vests for the event, subject to availability; and That the Communications Coordinator will promote the event through the Township's website, social media and digital signs; and That staff be directed to remove the excess dirt pile and maintain the grass area surrounding the sculpture prior to the event; and That the request for crushed stone around the base of the sculpture be respectfully denied as landscaping improvements will be made in the near future.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Be it Resolved That Council break for a recess at 7:32 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Be it Resolved That the rules of procedure with respect to the length of the deputation be waived.
Moved by Councillor Canavan, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Be It Resolved That the presentation by Martin Field, Spay Neuter Initiatives Association (SNIA) and Communication Number 528/24, Request for Financial Support for the New Accessible, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Veterinary Program be received; and That Council consider a contribution to SNIA in the amount of $690.45 during the 2025 Budget Deliberations.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be it Resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommendations from meetings held on May 13 and May 27, 2024 be adopted.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be it Resolve That Council adopts the following Council and Committee of the Whole minutes:  Committee of the Whole Meeting - April 29, 2024  Committee of the Whole Meeting - Closed - April 29, 2024  Council Meeting - April 29, 2024  Committee of the Whole - May 13, 2024
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Council - May 27, 2024 Be it Resolved That the items listed in Section 12 Correspondence be approved save and except item numbers 12.1, 12.3, 12.5, and 12.6.
Moved by Councillor Pettingill, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Be it Resolved That Communication Number 404/24, submitted by Ronald Wineck with respect to the Beaverton Skateboard Park be received; and That staff advise the Beaverton Lions Club of the request and ask for their input on the project; and That following discussions with the Beaverton Lions Club, staff reach out to Ronald Wineck to discuss opportunities for a skateboard park makeover; and That the skateboard park proposal and design be brought forward for Council approval.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Frank
Carried
Be It Resolved That Communication Number 502, Fun Run - Beaverton Fairgrounds Walking Trail, submitted by Riley Wood be received; and That Council has no objection to the event being held on October 5, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Beaverton Fairgrounds walking ground subject to receipt of proof of liability insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 with the Township of Brock named as an additional insured; and That Council approve the use of the walking trail for the event on October 5, 2024.
Moved by Regional Councillor Jubb, seconded by Councillor Doble
Carried
Be It Resolved That Communication Number 518/24, Petition for Traffic Accelerating Aggressively Reaching Fast Speeds Petition, submitted by the Citizens of Brock Township of Main St. E. Beaverton be received; and That Dragons Teeth pavement markings be installed on Main Street East; and That a speed limit reduction from 50 km/h to 40 km/h with new signage be installed; and Council - May 27, 2024 That placement of an LED speed notice sign set to the new speed limit of 40 km/h after the new signage has been installed; and That additional signage be placed reading 'Traffic Calming Area'; and That staff advise DRPS about the speed reduction and ask for additional enforcement for that area; and That the cost for the speed reduction measures and signage be charged to the Traffic Calming budget.
Moved by Councillor Frank, seconded by Regional Councillor Jubb
Carried
Be It Resolved That Communication Number 546/24, Beaverton Lions Club Canada Day Request be received; and That Council approve the use of the ice surface at the Foster Hewitt Memorial Community Centre for the pancake breakfast on July 1, 2024; and That Council has no objection to the request for road closures on Main Street, Bay Street, Osborne Street and Simcoe Street for the Canada Day parade, subject to road occupancy permits being obtained through the municipality at no charge and Region of Durham and notification being given to Durham Regional Police, and That Staff provide barricades for road closures during the Canada Day Parade held in Beaverton on July 1, 2024 subject to availability; and That Council grants permission for the free use of the Beaverton Fairgrounds on July 1, 2024 subject to the receipt of proof of liability insurance for $5,000,000 naming the Township of Brock as additional insured, and that no other events have been scheduled at this location on this date; and That the fireworks display beginning at dusk be approved, subject to obtaining a fireworks permit through the Clerks Department; and That the Beaverton Lions Club works with staff to provide all required documentation for the use of amusement rides (midway), including inflatable devices (bouncy castles); and That Staff provide additional garbage receptacles and bags, barriers for Council - May 27, 2024 the gates, and picnic tables to the Beaverton Fairgrounds on July 1, 2024 subject to availab
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Regional Councillor Jubb
Carried
Be it Resolved That By-laws 3266-2024 and 3267-2024 be taken as read, enacted and signed by the Mayor and Municipal Clerk.
Moved by Councillor Campbell, seconded by Councillor Canavan
Carried
Be it Resolved That the Ontario Good Roads Conference Report as submitted by Councillor Frank be received.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Pettingill
Carried
Be it Resolved That the Council meeting adjourn at 8:28 p.m.
Moved by Councillor Doble, seconded by Councillor Frank
Carried

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