The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Town of LaSalle Council held on

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

6:00 P.m. - 8:00 P.m.

Council Chambers, LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Road

Members of Council Present:

• Mayor Marc Bondy, 
• Deputy Mayor Crystal Meloche, 
• Councillor Michael Akpata, 
• Councillor Mark Carrick, 
• Councillor Sue Desjarlais, 
• Councillor Jeff Renaud, 
• and Councillor Anita Riccio-Spagnuolo

Administration Present:

• J. Milicia, Chief Administrative Officer, 
• P. Marra, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, 
• J. Astrologo, Director of Council Services/Clerk, 
• D. Langlois, Director of Finance and Treasurer, 
• R. Hyra, Director of Human Resources, 
• P. Funaro, Director of Culture & Recreation, 
• D. Hadre, Director of Strategy and Engagement, 
• J. Osborne, Director of Public Works, 
• L. Jean, Deputy Clerk, 
• E. Thiessen, Director of Fire Service/Fire Chief, 
• D. Davies, Chief of Police, 
• N. DiGesu, Manager of IT, 
• D. Dadalt, Legal Counsel, 
• N. Sharp, EA to the Director of Council Services/Clerk, 
• and G. Beggs, Director of Planning and Development

Clerk's Note: The Meeting was held via video conferencing technology with some Members of Council and Administration participating in person in Council Chambers, and others participating remotely.

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A.

Opening Business

1.

Call to Order

Mayor Bondy called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2.

Land Acknowledgement Statement

Mayor Bondy read the Land Acknowledgement Statement.

3.

Moment of Silent Reflection and Playing of National Anthem

4.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

None disclosed.

5.

Adoption of Minutes

• 098/22
  Moved by: Councillor Carrick
  Seconded by: Councillor Desjarlais

  That the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held April 12, 2022, be adopted as presented.

  Carried.

6.

Mayors Comments

Mayor Bondy noted that the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is holding a COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-up Clinic at the Town Civic Centre in the atrium on April 27, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. He advised that no appointment is needed and that residents can visit the health unit website for all COVID-19 related information.

Mayor Bondy reminded the public that the LaSalle Turtle Club is celebrating its opening day this coming Saturday, April 30, 2022, beginning with its annual Turtle Club Parade. He advised that the parade route will be closed to traffic on Saturday morning for approximately an hour and a half and that residents can visit the News page on the Town's website for full details, including the road closure. Mayor Bondy wished the Team a fun season and encouraged residents to cheer on the players along the parade route this weekend.

Mayor Bondy acknowledged the work of the Town's Parks crew and stated that many positive comments and compliments regarding the flowers have been received.

Mayor Bondy noted that he attended the Warden's Banquet today and that our Warden, Gary MacNamara, delivered positive comments regarding the future of this area.

Joe Milicia, CAO, explained to the viewing audience that this is the Town's first hybrid meeting with Members of Council and Members of Administration participating in Council Chambers and virtually. An invitation is extended to members of the public with the option to view the meeting in person. He noted that Councillor Carrick and Councillor Desjarlais joined the meeting virtually and that the remaining Members of Council are in Council Chambers. He further explained that the online audience will be able to see Council Chambers with a view of Council, Administration, and the audience. This new meeting method will be reviewed and adjustments will be made as necessary. A warm welcome is extended to all those in attendance in person and virtually. 

B.

Presentations

1.

LaSalle Minor Hockey League President's Award

President of LMHA, Mike Seguin, and Vice President of Travel, Randy Levac appeared before Council to present the LaSalle Minor Hockey League 2021-2022 President's Award to Town of LaSalle Employees, Jordyn Rafuse, Mark Masanovich, Owen Stichhaller, and Scott Bisson, stating this is the first time in LMHA history the President’s Award has been presented to persons external to the LMHA organization.

C.

Public Meetings and/or Hearings

None.

D.

Delegations

None.

E.

Reports/Correspondence for Council Action

1.

Procedure By-law: By-law 8692

Jennifer Astrologo, Director of Council Services/Clerk presented the report.

• 099/22
  Moved by: Councillor Desjarlais
  Seconded by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

  That the report of the Director of Council Services/Clerk dated April 4, 2022 (CS-2022-07) regarding the Procedure By-law: By-law 8692 be received;

  And That Council endorses the provisions of the proposed Procedure By-law and adopts the implementing By-law.
• Amendment:
  100/22
  Moved by: Councillor Akpata
  Seconded by: Councillor Renaud

  And That Council Services track and monitor any issues as related to the implementation of the By-law, and provide a report back to Council in July 2023.  

  Carried.
• Motion as Amended:
  099/22
  Moved by: Councillor Desjarlais
  Seconded by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

  That the report of the Director of Council Services/Clerk dated April 4, 2022 (CS-2022-07) regarding the Procedure By-law: By-law 8692 be received;

  And That Council endorses the provisions of the proposed Procedure By-law and adopts the implementing By-law;

  And That Council Services track and monitor any issues as related to the implementation of the By-law, and provide a report back to Council in July 2023.

  Carried.

2.

Festival and Event Hosting

Patti Funaro, Director of Culture and Recreation, presented the report.

• 101/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

  That the report of the Director of Culture and Recreation dated March 28, 2022 (CR-2022-09) regarding the plan to manage festivals and events be received;

  And That the Event Hosting Policy be approved;

  And That the Event Rental Fees be approved;

  And Further That the permanent full-time position of Recreation Programmer – Events be approved.

  Carried.

3.

Update to Policy for Waiving or Reducing Fees Related to Use of Town Owned Facilities and Spaces

Patti Funaro, Director of Culture and Recreation, presented the report.

• 102/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Akpata

  That the report of the Director of Culture and Recreation dated March 31, 2022 (CR-2022-10) regarding updates to the Policy for Waiving or Reducing Fees Related to Use of Town Owned Facilities and Spaces be received; And That updates to the Policy be approved.

  Carried.

F.

Committee Matters for Council Action

1.

Fire Committee Meeting March 24, 2022

Councillor Renaud provided an overview of the minutes. 

• 103/22
  Moved by: Councillor Akpata
  Seconded by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

  That the Minutes of the Fire Committee Meeting dated March 24, 2022 be received; and that all Committee Matters be approved.

  Carried.

2.

Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting February 17, 2022

Councillor Akpata gave a brief overview of the 2021 Parks, Recreation & Events Committee Annual Report.

Patti Funaro, Director of Culture and Recreation, made additional comments regarding the 2021 Parks, Recreation & Events Committee Annual Report.

• 104/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Desjarlais

  That the Minutes of the Parks, Recreation and Events Committee Meeting  dated February 17, 2022 be approved; and that all Committee Matters be approved.

  Carried.

G.

Information Items to be Received

1.

Termination of the Declaration of Emergency

• 105/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo

  That the report of the Director of Fire Service/Fire Chief/CEMC dated March 29, 2022 (FIRE-2022-09) regarding the termination of the Declaration of Emergency be received.

  Carried.

2.

2022 1st Quarter Property Tax Write Offs

Dale Langlois, Director of Finance, presented the report.

• 106/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Renaud

  That the report of the Supervisor of Revenue dated March 31, 2022 (FIN-11-2022) regarding the 1^st Quarter Property Tax Write Offs be received.

  Carried.

3.

Correspondence from the City of Cambridge dated March 31, 2021, regarding Support for a Moratorium on New Aggregate Operations

• 107/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Akpata

  That correspondence dated March 31, 2021, from the City of Cambridge, regarding Support for a Moratorium on New Aggregate Operations be received.

  Carried.

4.

Correspondence from the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility dated April 5, 2022, regarding Nominations for the 2022 Ontario Senior of the Year Award

• 108/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Renaud

  That correspondence from the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility dated April 5, 2022, regarding Nominations for the 2022 Ontario Senior of the Year Award be received; And That the correspondence be circulated to Town of LaSalle Volunteer Committee.

  Carried.

5.

Summary of Reports to Council

• 109/22
  Moved by: Deputy Mayor Meloche
  Seconded by: Councillor Desjarlais

  That the Report of the Chief Administrative Officer dated April 26, 2022 being a Summary of Reports to Council be received.

  Carried.

H.

By-laws

Mayor Marc Bondy noted that By-law 8691and 8696 as listed on the Agenda, will not be included in the readings.

• 110/22
  Moved by: Councillor Carrick
  Seconded by: Councillor Desjarlais

  That the following By-laws be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed:

  8692 – A By-law to govern the calling of and proceedings of Council and Committee Meetings, and the conduct of its members

  8693 – A By-law to authorize the execution of a Severance Agreement with George Real Estate Management Ltd.

  8694 – A By-law to authorize the execution of a Severance Agreement with Mark and Margaret Marcotte

  8695 – A By-law to authorize the execution of a Subdivision Agreement with Lankor Horizons Development Inc. (Laurier Horizons Phase 2)

  8697 - A By-law to authorize the execution of an Agreement with Canadian Parks and Recreation Association and The Corporation of the Town of LaSalle

  8698 - A By-law to amend Zoning by-law No. 8600, the Town’s Comprehensive Zoning By-Law, as amended

  Carried.

I.

Council Questions

Councillor Desjarlais asked if there are any proposed developments for land located on Sandwich West Parkway, adjacent to Windsor Crossings. Peter Marra, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, responded that there have not been any formal applications submitted to the Town. 

J.

Statements by Council Members

Councillor Akpata extended thanks to those who are maintaining the cleanliness and enhancing the water in the watershed in and around the Town.

Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo attended the Spring Fling on the weekend and stated that the event was very well received with several positive comments about the event. A thank you was extended to the Team for the success of the event.

Councillor Renaud extended his thanks and congratulated Town Staff on the success of the Spring Fling event.

Deputy Mayor Meloche congratulated Town Staff for organizing the Spring Fling event.

Mayor Bondy stated that many comments were received from non-residents who look forward to events that are hosted by the Town of LaSalle.

K.

Reports from Committees

None.

L.

Notices of Motion

None.

M.

Motion to Move into Closed Session

N.

Confirmatory By-law

• 111/22
  Moved by: Councillor Riccio-Spagnuolo
  Seconded by: Councillor Akpata

  That confirmatory By-law 8699 be given a first, second, and third reading and finally passed.

  Carried.

O.

Schedule of Meetings

Personnel Committee Meeting, May 10, 2022 prior to Regular Meeting of Council

Regular Meeting of Council, May 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

Police Services Board Committee Meeting, May 16, 2022 at 4:30 p.m.

Police Services Board Public Meeting, May 16, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Committee of Adjustment Meeting, May 18, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Parks, Recreation, and Events Committee Meeting, May 19, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.

Fire Committee Meeting, May 19, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.

Water and Wastewater Committee Meeting, May 24, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.

Regular Meeting of Council, May 24, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

P.

Adjournment

Meeting adjourned at the call of the Chair at 7:52 p.m.