The Corporation of the Municipality of Brockton
Brockton Council Meeting Agenda

Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 7:30 P.m. - 8:30 P.m.

Bruce County Council Chambers - 30 Park Street, Walkerton, ON

Council:

• Chris Peabody - Mayor, 
• Kym Hutcheon - Deputy Mayor, 
• Mitch Clark - Councillor, 
• Tim Elphick - Councillor, 
• B. Carl Kuhnke - Councillor, 
• Gregory J. McLean - Councillor, 
• and Steve Travale, Councillor 

Staff:

• Sonya Watson - Chief Administrative Officer, 
• Fiona Hamilton - Director of Legislative and Legal Services (Clerk), 
• Sarah Johnson, Deputy Clerk, 
• Trish Serratore - Chief Financial Officer, 
• Dieter Weltz, Building and Planning Manager/CBO, 
• Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services, 
• Brad Thomson, Facilities and Parks Supervisor, 
• Nicholas Schnurr, Director of Operations, 
• and Christine Brandt, Community Development Coordinator 

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1.

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement

2.

Acceptance of Council Agenda

3.

Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof

4.

Public Meetings Required Under the Planning Act

4.1

Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2023-094 (Brockton Housekeeping)

Benito Russo, Bruce County Intermediate Planner

4.2

Local Official Plan Amendment L-2024-015 and Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2024-078

Benito Russo, Bruce County Intermediate Planner

5.

Delegations

5.1

Cargill and Greenock Swamp Promotional Association - Greenock Swamp Tours and Margaret's Mercantile 2024 Update

Shannon Wood and Gary Napper, Directors

6.

Minutes

6.1

Council Minutes - February 25, 2025

7.

Business Arising From the Minutes

8.

Reports

8.1

Economic Development Update – March 2025

Christine Brandt, Community Development Coordinator

8.2

25th Walkerton Water Commemoration

Christine Brandt, Community Development Coordinator, and Sonya Watson, Chief Administrative Officer

8.3

February 2025 Water and Wastewater Operations Maintenance

Nicholas Schnurr, Director of Operations

8.4

Purchase of Replacement Grader

Nicholas Schnurr, Director of Operations

8.5

Recreation Master Services and Facilities Plan Two Year Progress Update

Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services

8.6

Brockton Facility Update

Brad Thomson, Facilities and Parks Supervisor and Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services

8.7

Centennial Pool Boiler Repair

Brad Thomson, Facilities and Parks Supervisor and Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services

8.8

Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) Grant Application - Walkerton Ball Diamond Light Replacement 2025

Colleen Gillis, Director of Community Services

8.9

2024 Council Remuneration and Expenses

Trish Serratore, Chief Financial Officer

8.10

2024 Property Tax Arrears

Jessica Schmidt, Tax Collector

8.11

Objections to Application to Repeal Designation on Henry Cargill White House

Sarah Johnson, Deputy Clerk and Fiona Hamilton, Director of Legislative and Legal Services (Clerk)

8.12

Strategic Action Plan 2024 Year-End Update

Sonya Watson, Chief Administrative Officer

9.

Public Notification

9.1

Livestock Evaluator Expressions of Interest

The Municipality of Brockton is seeking individuals to serve as a Livestock Evaluator for the Municipality, responsible under the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program to conduct a thorough investigation within 72 hours of being notified or livestock, poultry, and/or honey bees that have been damaged or killed by wildlife. Visit our Wildlife/Livestock Damage Claims webpage for more information about the position and how to apply. Applications will be accepted until April 14, 2025 at Noon.

9.2

Official Plan and Zoning By-Law Surveys

As part of the Walkerton Community Official Plan and Brockton Comprehensive Zoning By-Law review process, residents are invited to share their thoughts by completing a survey on both the Zoning By-Law and Official Plan. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our community and suggest areas for improvement. 

• Complete the online Comprehensive Zoning By-Law Survey 
• Complete the online Local Official Plan Survey

9.3

Business to Bruce Tariff Support

The trade relationship between Canada and the United States is constantly evolving, with tariffs shaping the business landscape. As these dynamics shift, Business to Bruce is committed to supporting Bruce County businesses in navigating these challenges and positioning Canada as a premier destination for foreign direct investment. Business owners can visit their Tariff Support webpage and also can complete an online survey on the impacts and challenges they are facing.

9.4

Leaders in Training for Summer Day Camp

Are you interested in volunteering with Brockton's Summer Camps? Do you love to swim and interact with children of all ages? Flexible opportunities are available! Apply on our website by June 6, 2025.

10.

Accounts

10.1

Accounts - $1,301,457.62

11.

Correspondence Requiring Action

11.1

Request to Proclaim World Down Syndrome Day

12.

Information

12.1

Municipal Innovation Council - 2024 Closeout Report and 2020-2025 Impact Report

12.2

Bruce Grey Poverty Task Force - 2024 Annual Report

12.3

Town of Saugeen Shores and Ainley & Associates Limited - Notice of Study Commencement of Port Elgin Water Pollution Control Plan Upgrades and Expansion Class EA

12.4

Municipal Resolutions on U.S.A. Tariffs

12.5

Township of Amaranth Resolution - Buy Local and Canadian

12.6

Township of Puslinch Resolution - Federal and Provincial Call to Action to Buy Canadian

12.7

Township of Port Colborne Resolution - Sovereignty of Canada

12.8

Regional Municipality of Durham Resolution - Protecting Canadian Values: Ban the Nazi Swastika in Canada

12.9

Township of Coleman Resolution - Northern Highway Safety Plan

12.10

Town of Goderich Resolution - Ontario-Wide Licensing Framework for Rideshare Companies

13.

By-Laws

13.1

By-Law 2025-022 - Zoning By-Law Amendment Brockton Housekeeping Z-2023-094

13.2

By-Law 2025-023 - Walkerton Community Official Plan Amendment No. 19 By-Law L-2024-015

13.3

By-Law 2025-024 - Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-2024-078

13.4

By-Law 2025-025 - Amend Traffic and Parking By-Law (Yonge Street)

14.

Committee Minutes

14.1

Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes - October 24, 2024

14.2

Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee Minutes - January 2025

14.3

Brockton Heritage Committee Minutes - February 3, 2025

14.4

Elmwood Community Centre Board Minutes - February 5, 2025

15.

New Business Brought Forward

16.

Closed Session

The Council of the Municipality of Brockton will enter into Closed Session in order to address matters pertaining to:

• Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Workplace Incident, Policy Violation
• Labour relations or employee negotiations - Staffing Updates

17.

Confirmation of Proceedings

17.1

By-Law 2025-027 - March 18, 2025 Confirmatory By-Law

18.

Adjournment