Regular Council

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Pic Mobert First Nations. We wish to recognize the long history of the First Nations and Métispeoples in our region, specifically, and show respect to them today.

RESOLVED THAT: the agenda be approved as amended.

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held May 10, 2023, are adopted as circulated.

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meeting of the Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board held April 20, 2023, be accepted as received.

RESOLVED THAT: Council requests delegations with the following Minister(s) at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) 2023 Annual Conference: • Minister of Environment • Minister of Energy

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2023-18 submitted by Joleen Keough, Clerk regarding 2022 Remuneration and Expenses Paid to Members of Council, for information purposes; and further, THAT the 2022 Remuneration and Expenses paid to Members of Council be posted to the Township’s website.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2023-19 submitted by Joleen Keough, Clerk regarding 2022 Election – Candidates’ Financial Statements Compliance Report, for information purposes.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report PW2023-02 submitted by Tyler Brewster, Director of Public Works regarding Pre-Budget Approval – Streetlight Pole Replacement; and further, THAT Council authorizes pre-budget approval for the replacement of all 21 streetlight poles from the Infrastructure Improvements Reserve Fund.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report PW2023-03 submitted by Tyler Brewster, Director of Public Works regarding Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) Operation Plan: Re-Endorsement; and further, THAT Council re-endorses the Operational Plan for the Manitouwadge Water Treatment Facility and Distribution System by OCWA.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ENF2023-03 submitted by Marcel DeMars, Manager of Bylaw and Airport Services regarding Bylaw to Appoint Matthew Gascon, Property Standards Officer (Inspector) for the Corporation of the Township of Manitouwadge; and, Bylaw to Appoint Matthew Gascon, Inspector for the Purpose of Enforcing the Prescribed Maintenance Standards for Residential Rental Properties in the Township of Manitouwadge; and further, THAT Council approves the following Bylaws: • Being a Bylaw to Appoint a Property Standards Officer, Matthew Gascon; and, • Being a Bylaw to appoint an Inspector for the purpose of enforcing the prescribed maintenance standards contained in Ontario Regulation 517/06 under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, c.17, Matthew Gascon.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report TR2023-01 submitted by Aaron MacGregor, Deputy Treasurer regarding Water Meter Program Review; and further, 1) Council approve Option A: Page 4 of 8 THAT Council directs staff to draft for Council approval an annual flat-rate water and sewer billing structure, to be billed in 25% increments following the same schedule as property tax instalments. The target implementation date of such a rate structure will be July 1, 2023, billed following the same schedule as 2023 final tax bills.

WHEREAS Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; and, WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community; and, WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community; and, WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told; and, WHEREAS the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the health and well-being of the community; and, WHEREAS the knowledge and experience seniors pass on to us continues to benefit all. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, hereby proclaims the month of June, 2023 as Seniors’ Month in the Township of Manitouwadge.

Whereas the Month of June is recognized as National Indigenous History Month – an opportunity to increase the visibility of Indigenous contributions, experiences, values and cultures, and to build bridges of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people throughout Canada and in the Township of Manitouwadge; and, Page 5 of 8 WhereasJune 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to honour the unique history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples; and, Whereaswe respectfully acknowledge our neighbours, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Pic Mobert First Nations and that the Township of Manitouwadge is located in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850 territory, and that the land on which the Township lies is in the traditionally territory of the Anishnaabeg (Ojibway) and the Métis People, who are the collective stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come; and, Whereas the Township of Manitouwadge strives to be an inclusive community and encourages all residents to reflect, learn, and take action in a meaningful way towards reconciliation in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples; Now Therefore Be It Resolved That I, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, do hereby proclaim the month of June 2023 as National Indigenous History Month and the date of June 21, 2023 as National Indig

WHEREASJune is recognized as Pride Month in Canada and around the world as an opportunity to celebrate sexual diversity, promote equal rights, and build awareness of the challenges faced by the LGBTQ2S+ community; and, WHEREASPride Month is an opportunity to prevent discrimination and promote acceptance and inclusion of all, and to support the development of harmonious and respectful relationships amongst all members of our community; and, WHEREASthe Township of Manitouwadge celebrates the diversity of our gender and sexual minority communities including Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Two-Spirit, and more (LGBTQ2S+), and expresses a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization and our community; and, WHEREASduring Pride Month we can all reflect on the progress made to recognize and protect the rights of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and the work that still needs to be done. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THATI, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, hereby proclaims the month of June, 2023 as Pride Month in the Township of Manitouwadge.

Being a Bylaw to Appoint a Property Standards Officer, Matthew Gascon, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2023- 20.

Being a Bylaw to Appoint an Inspector for the purpose of enforcing the prescribed maintenance standards contained in Ontario Regulation 517/06 under the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, c.17, Matthew Gascon, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2023- 21.

WHEREAS Section 239(4) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 provides that before holding a meeting or part of a meeting that is to be closed to the public, a municipality or local board or committee of either of them, shall state by resolution the fact of holding of the closed meeting and the general nature of the matter to be considered at the closed meeting; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: this meeting is hereby closed to the public as the subject matter being discussed falls under the following section: • Section 239(3.1)(1): the meeting is held for the purposes of education or training the members. - E4m

RESOLVED THAT: the meeting is hereby declared to be open to the public at 7:50 p.m.

Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its meeting held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2023- 22.

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting adjourn at the hour of 7:51 p.m.