Regular Council

That the Regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Springwater of October 1, 2025 come to order at 6:30p.m.

That the presentation from Baker Tilly KDN LLP regarding the results of the 2023 Draft Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, be received; and, That the 2023 financial statements be approved and that the 2023 surplus be allocated to the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve.

That the Delegation from Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition regarding a Request for Support Resolution to Expand and Strengthen Greenbelt Protections; be received. Amended C364B-2025 Moved by Fisher Seconded by Moore That the motion now before Council be amended as follows: To add Whereas the Greenbelt Plan provides permanent protection for ecologically and hydrologically significant landscapes, working in tandem with Source Water Protection Plans and the Provincial Policy Statement to guide sustainable land use; and, Whereas the Greenbelt Plan is designed as an agriculture-forward land use framework, intended to permanently protect prime farmland, reduce speculative pressure, and support Ontario’s food security and rural economies; and, Whereas municipalities face increasing pressure from growth, aggregate extraction, and climate-related risks, and require strong, enforceable tools to protect water, farmland, and natural heritage for future generations; and, Whereas this Council supports initiating dialogue with the Province, Indigenous Nations, and community stakeholders to explore opportunities for expanding Greenbelt boundaries and strengthening its policies in alignment with local planning goals and environmental needs; and, Whereas the 2015 Coordinated Land Use Planning Review recommended expansion of the Greenbelt into key hydrological areas, such as moraines and headwater systems, to further safeguard water and ecological health; and, Whereas the Greenbelt Act, 2005 re

That the Delegation from Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition regarding a Request for Support Resolution to Expand and Strengthen Greenbelt Protections; be received; and, Whereas the Greenbelt Plan provides permanent protection for ecologically and hydrologically significant landscapes, working in tandem with Source Water Protection Plans and the Provincial Policy Statement to guide sustainable land use; and, Whereas the Greenbelt Plan is designed as an agriculture-forward land use framework, intended to permanently protect prime farmland, reduce speculative pressure, and support Ontario’s food security and rural economies; and, Whereas municipalities face increasing pressure from growth, aggregate extraction, and climate-related risks, and require strong, enforceable tools to protect water, farmland, and natural heritage for future generations; and, Whereas this Council supports initiating dialogue with the Province, Indigenous Nations, and community stakeholders to explore opportunities for expanding Greenbelt boundaries and strengthening its policies in alignment with local planning goals and environmental needs; and, Whereas the 2015 Coordinated Land Use Planning Review recommended expansion of the Greenbelt into key hydrological areas, such as moraines and headwater systems, to further safeguard water and ecological health; and, Whereas the Greenbelt Act, 2005 requires a review of the Greenbelt Plan at least every 10 years, and the next mandatory review must begin in 2025,

That the Delegation from Trevor Carter regarding the 2025 Fort Willow Archaeological Field School Council Update; be received.

That the Delegation from SwoopFiber regarding Public Wi-fi at the Elmvale Arena; be received. Amended C366B-2025 Moved by Garwood Seconded by Fisher That the motion now before Council be amended as follows: To add That Council hereby approves the installation of publicly available wi-fi by SwoopFiber at the Elmvale Arena; and, That Council authorize the execution of the necessary agreement and any subsequent documents with SwoopFiber.

That the Delegation from SwoopFiber regarding Public Wi-fi at the Elmvale Arena be received; and, That Council hereby approves the installation of publicly available wi-fi by SwoopFiber at the Elmvale Arena; and, That Council authorize the execution of the necessary agreement and any subsequent documents with SwoopFiber.

That the Minutes of Council listed herein, be approved as presented: 1) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of September 17, 2025 2) Minutes of the Closed Session Meeting of Council of September 17, 2025 3) Minutes of the Special Meeting of Council of September 17, 2025 4) Minutes of the Special Meeting of Council - Closed Session of September 17, 2025

That the minutes of boards, committees and other organizations listed herein, be received as information: 1) Minutes of the Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting of July 8, 2025 2) Minutes of the Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting of August 7, 2025

That the Correspondence item 8.2 to 8.7 be received as information: 8.2. - Office of the Provincial Land and Development Facilitator Update and Technical Memorandum 8.3. - Draft City of Barrie Proposed Boundary Adjustment Agreement (Restructuring Framework) and Mapping - Revised 8.4. - Correspondence from Davies Howe LLP dated September 22, 2025 re Barrie Boundary Adjustment Discussions 8.5. - Release: Notice of Public Meeting Regarding Proposed Boundary Adjustment - Township of Springwater (September 18, 2025) 8.6. - Release: Notice of Public Meeting Regarding Proposed Boundary Adjustment - City of Barrie (September 9, 2025) 8.7 - Statement: County Council Raises Concerns Over the Unstated Mandates of the Annexation Process Citing Risk of Future

That the memo regarding ward boundary configurations dated September 3, 2025 from Watson and Associates; be received, and Option 1 That Council hereby approves final option 1 outlined in the consultant’s final report to establish a new ward system; and, That By-law 2025-079A to enact the new boundaries by presented for consideration and approval. Or Option 2 That Council hereby approves final option 2 outlined in the consultant’s final report to establish a new ward system; and, That By-law 2025-079B to enact the new boundaries by presented for consideration and approval. Amended C370B-2025 Moved by Moore Seconded by Garwood That the motion now before Council be amended as follows: To select Option 2 and delete Option 1.

That the memo regarding ward boundary configurations dated September 3, 2025 from Watson and Associates; be received, and That Council hereby approves final option 2 outlined in the consultant’s final report to establish a new ward system; and, That By-law 2025-079B to enact the new boundaries by presented for consideration and approval.

That the municipal resolutions regarding Opposition to Strong Mayor Powers, be received for information.

That the correspondence regarding automated speed enforcement and road safety dated September 10, 2025, from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario; be received; and, Whereas municipalities across Ontario are increasingly adopting provincially regulated Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) programs as a proven tool to improve road safety, particularly in school zones and community safety zones; and, Whereas Council for the Township of Springwater directed the implementation of an automated speed enforcement program on February 21, 2024; and, Whereas Ontario’s police leaders view ASE not as a revenue tool, but as a traffic safety tool with the purpose of deterrence and prevention – helping to change driver behaviour and reduce collisions; and, Whereas municipalities are best placed to develop transportation plans based on their local knowledge and community input. Now Therefore Be It Resolved that the Township of Springwater requests the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Transportation to work collaboratively with municipalities that operate ASE programs and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to develop improvements to the ASE program. And Further That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Premier of Ontario; Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; the Minister of Transportation; MPP Hon. Doug Downey and to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Policy Centre.

That the report from Legislative – Records Coordinator regarding Award of 2025-49-CLK – Integrity Commissioner Services, dated October 1, 2025, be received; and, That RFP 2025-49-CLK – Integrity Commissioner Services be awarded to ADR Chambers; and, That the Interim Integrity Commissioner, Aird and Berlis LLP, be authorized to complete any outstanding code complaints; and, That the necessary by-law to appoint ADR Chambers as Integrity Commissioner for the Township of Springwater be presented to Council for consideration.

That the Report items listed herein, be received as information: 1) SU-2025-002 (Cameron Estates Phase 3) 1200 Seadon Road - Snow Valley Secondary Plan Area 2) SU-2025-001 (MZO-2024-001) CWH (Loretto) Inc. (Condor) c/o Geranium - 3169, 3193 and 3207 Barrie Hill Road 3) Corporate Credit Card Report - July 2025 4) August 2025 Cheque Register

Whereas Spruce Grove Park located at 3357 Horseshoe Valley Road W was acquire as a picnic site by the Township of Springwater in 1999 from the Ministry of Transportation as part of a road realignment; and, Whereas over the years, the location has evolved to not align with the municipality’s mandate for parks and recreation and has presented significant security and maintenance concerns. Now Therefore Be It Resolved That staff be directed to report back on the feasibility of closing the Spruce Grove Park to the public and the various options available for the future use of the property located at 3357 Horseshoe Valley Road W.

That the by-laws listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk 2025-078 - Appoint Integrity Commissioner (ADR Chambers Inc.) 2025-079B - Re-Divide Ward Boundaries (Final Option 2) 2025-080 - Appoint a Property Standards Committee Member (Amend By-law 2024-076) 2025-081 - Appoint an EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee Member (Amend By-law 2025-046) 16.2. 2025-078 Appoint Integrity Commissioner (ADR Chambers Inc.) 16.3. 2025-079B Re-Divide Ward Boundaries (Final Option 2) 16.4. 2025-080 - Appoint a Property Standards Committee Member (Amend By-law 2024-076) 16.5. 2025-081 - Appoint an EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee Member (Amend By-law 2025-046) 17 Confirmatory By-Law 17.1. Confirmatory By-law C377-2025 Moved by Alexander Seconded by Cabral That By-law 2025-082 to confirm and adopt the proceedings of Council at the Regular Meeting held on October 1, 2025 listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk.

That the Regular Meeting of the Township of Springwater does now adjourn at 9:37p.m. to meet again in a Regular Meeting on October 15, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

That the Regular Meeting of the Township of Springwater does now reconvene at 9:40pm.

That the by-laws listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk 2025-078 - Appoint Integrity Commissioner (ADR Chambers Inc.) 2025-079B - Re-Divide Ward Boundaries (Final Option 2) 2025-080 - Appoint a Property Standards Committee Member (Amend By-law 2024-076) 2025-081 - Appoint an EDHS Donation Fund Ad Hoc Committee Member (Amend By-law 2025-046)

That By-law 2025-082 to confirm and adopt the proceedings of Council at the Regular Meeting held on October 1, 2025 listed herein be signed and sealed by the Mayor and Clerk.

That the Regular Meeting of the Township of Springwater does now adjourn at 9:41p.m. to meet again in a Regular Meeting on October 15, 2025 at 6:30pm