Region of Peel Council Agenda Thursday,??, 201? CHAIR: F. DALE MEMBERS: G. CARLSON B. CROMBIE J. DOWNEY C. FONSECA Date: G. GIBSON A. GROVES N. IANNICCA J. INNIS L. JEFFREY J. KOVAC M. MAHONEY S. MCFADDEN M. MEDEIROS G. MILES E. MOORE M. PALLESCHI C. PARRISH REVISED AGENDA Date: Thursday, February 9, 2017 Time: 9:30 AM Place: Council Chamber, 5th Floor Regional Administrative Headquarters 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A Brampton, Ontario K. RAS P. SAITO B. SHAUGHNESSY J. SPROVIERI For inquiries about this agenda or to make arrangements for accessibility accommodations for persons attending, please contact: Christine Thomson at (905) 791-7800, ext. 4582 or by e-mail at christine.thomson@peelregion.ca. Copies of agendas and reports are available at www.peelregion.ca/council. R. STARR A. THOMPSON J. TOVEY Some meeting information may also be available in alternate formats, upon request. Please contact Sharon Singh at (905) 791-7800, ext. 4320 or at sharon.singh@peelregion.ca
Region of Peel Council Agenda Thursday, February 9, 2017 1. ROLL CALL 2. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1. January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. DELEGATIONS 5.1. Shelley White, President and Chief Executive Officer, United Way of Peel Region, to Recognize the Contributions to the United Way of Peel Region for 2016 through both the Peel Employees' United Way Campaign and Peel Regional Police United Way Campaign (See also Items Related to Enterprise Programs and Services Item 10.2) 5.2. Mark Corlett, CEO, AVT.ca, Regarding Community Water Fluoridation 5.3. Christine Massey, Resident, City of Brampton, Regarding Community Water Fluoridation 6. ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS Chaired by Councillor R. Starr or Vice-Chair Councillor A. Groves 6.1. Stopping Prohibition on Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) in Alton Village, Town of Caledon, Ward 1 (See also By-law 9-2017) 6.2. Curbside Battery Collection Update 6.3. Backflow Prevention By-Law and Cross-Connection Control Program (See also By-law 10-2017) 6.4. Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy 6.5. Report of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee (WMSAC- 1/2017) meeting held on January 19, 2017 7. ITEMS RELATED TO HEALTH Chaired by Councillor E. Moore or Vice-Chair Councillor G. Gibson 7.1. 2016 Peel Oral Health Status Report (For information)
Region of Peel Council Agenda Thursday, February 9, 2017 7.2. Report of the Health System Integration Committee (HSIC-1/2017) meeting held on January 19, 2017 7.3 Report of the Community Water Fluoridation Committee (CWFC-1/2017) meeting held on February 2, 2017 8. COMMUNICATIONS 8.1. Dr. Eric Hoskins, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, Letter dated January 18, 2017, Announcing the Establishment of a Public Health Expert Panel (Receipt recommended) 9. ITEMS RELATED TO HUMAN SERVICES Chaired by Councillor M. Medeiros or Vice-Chair Councillor J. Downey 9.1. Community Investment Program Update (For information) Presentation by Sonia Pace, Director, and Beth Storti, Manager, Community Partnerships 10. ITEMS RELATED TO ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Chaired by Councillor C. Fonseca or Vice-Chair Councillor G. Miles 10.1. 2016 Reassessment Impact Analysis (For information) Presentation by Dave Bingham, Treasurer and Director of Corporate Finance 10.2. 2016 Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign (For information) (See also Delegations Item 5.1) 10.3. Report of the Growth Management Committee (GMC 1/2017) meeting held on January 19, 2017 11. COMMUNICATIONS 11.1. Bill Mauro, Minister of Municipal Affairs, Email dated January 11, 2017, Regarding Greenbelt Boundary Minor Changes (Receipt recommended) 11.2. Kathy Stranks, Senior Manager/Corporate Secretariat, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), Email dated January 12, 2017, Regarding Draft Wetland Conservation Strategy for Ontario (Receipt recommended) (Appendices are available for viewing in the Office of the Regional Clerk) 11.3. Carmela Radice, Legislative Coordinator, City of Mississauga, Email dated January 18, 2017, Regarding City of Mississauga Resolution 0007-2017 Consent to the Enactment of a Regional By-law Delegating Tax Ratio Setting from the Region of Peel (Receipt recommended) 11.4. Ernie Hardeman, MPP Oxford, PC Critic for Municipal Affairs and Housing, Letter
Region of Peel Council Agenda Thursday, February 9, 2017 dated January 18, 2017, To the Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services Regarding the Proposed Plan to Cut Anti-Violence Intervention Strategies (Receipt recommended) 12. OTHER BUSINESS 12.1. Request from Rochelle Campbell, Tamika Boyce and Dianne Boyce, City of Mississauga Residents, to Delegate at the February 23, 2017 Regional Council meeting, Regarding the Affordable Home Ownership Program (Direction required) 12.2. Centralized Waiting List for Housing Motion for Consideration to Address the Right of Households to Refuse up to Three Offers of Housing (As requested at the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting) (Material now available) 13. NOTICES OF MOTION 14. BY-LAWS Three Readings: By-law 9-2017: A by-law to prohibit stopping on the south side of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) from Main Street to a point 360 metres east of Main Street; and to amend By-law Number 15-2013 being a by-law to regulate traffic on roads under the jurisdiction of the Regional Municipality of Peel. (See also Items Related to Public Works Item 6.1) By-law 10-2017: A by-law respecting the prevention of Backflow into the Municipal Drinking Water System of The Regional Municipality of Peel. (See also Items Related to Public Works Item 6.3) 15. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS FROM REGIONAL COUNCILLORS 16. IN CAMERA MATTERS 16.1. January 26, 2017 Regional Council Closed Session Report 16.2. Labour Relations (Labour relations or employee negotiations) 16.3. Proposed Property Acquisition - Twinning of West Trunk Sewer from North of Highway 401/East of Creditview Road to South of Dundas Street and West of Regional Road 1 (Erin Mills Parkway/Mississauga Road) - City of Mississauga, Ward 11 (A proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board) 16.4. Appointment of Peel's Medical Officer of Health (Personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees)
Region of Peel Council Agenda Thursday, February 9, 2017 16.5. Closed Session Report of the Community Water Fluoridation Committee (CWFC- 1/2017) meeting held on February 2, 2017 17. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL 18. ADJOURNMENT
-13- THE COUNCIL OF THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL January 26, 2017 Regional Chair Dale called the meeting of Regional Council to order at 9:32 a.m. in the Council Chamber, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton. 1. ROLL CALL Members Present: G. Carlson B. Crombie F. Dale C. Fonseca G. Gibson A. Groves N. Iannicca J. Innis L. Jeffrey J. Kovac M. Mahoney S. McFadden M. Medeiros G. Miles E. Moore M. Palleschi C. Parrish* K. Ras P. Saito B. Shaughnessy J. Sprovieri R. Starr A. Thompson J. Tovey Members Absent: J. Downey (Other municipal business) Also Present: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer; G. Sabat, Commissioner of Service Innovation, Information and Technology; L. Graham-Watson, Commissioner of Corporate Services; S. VanOfwegen, Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer; P. O Connor, Regional Solicitor and Director of Legal Services; J. Smith, Commissioner of Public Works; J. Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services; N. Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services; Dr. E. de Villa, Medical Officer of Health; A. Macintyre, Acting Regional Clerk and Director of Clerk s; C. Thomson, Legislative Specialist; S. Singh, Legislative Technical Coordinator; R. Comacchio, Acting Legislative Technical Coordinator 2. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Nil * See text for arrivals See text for departures
Region of Peel -14- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1. January 12, 2017 Regional Council meeting Moved by Councillor Fonseca, Seconded by Councillor Crombie; That the minutes of the January 12, 2017 Regional Council meeting be approved. Carried 2017-29 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Councillor Jeffrey, Seconded by Councillor Crombie; That the agenda for the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting include an additional communication from Mayor Bonnie Crombie, City of Mississauga and Mayor Linda Jeffrey, City of Brampton, dated January 25, 2017, regarding Opioids, in particular Fentanyl, to be dealt with under Items Related to Health Item 7.2; And further, that the agenda for the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting include an additional oral item from Mayor Crombie regarding Election of the Regional Chair, to be dealt with under Other Business Item 12.1; And further, that the agenda for the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting include and additional oral item regarding the timing of Region of Peel Budget Consideration, to be dealt with under Other Business Item 12.2; And further, that the agenda for the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting be approved, as amended. Carried 2017-30 See also Resolutions 2017-37, 2016-48 and 2017-49 Councillor Parrish arrived at 9:36 a.m. 5. DELEGATIONS 5.1. Chuck Scott, Chair, Friends of Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) Advisory Board, and Marty Brent, Manager, PAMA, Advising of PAMA s 2017 Program for the Canada 150 and Peel 150 Celebrations; and the Unveiling of the Painting The Painted Flag, by Charles Pachter Received 2017-31
Region of Peel -15- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 See also Resolution 2017-32 Marty Brent, Manager, Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA), acknowledged respect for the land on which Regional Headquarters is situated, in the traditional territory of the Wyandot, Seneca, and Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nations. She introduced Chuck Scott, Chair of the Friends of PAMA Advisory Board, and acknowledged members of the Advisory Board in attendance, as well as, special guests Charles Pachter and Keith Lem. Marty Brent noted that this week marks the 150 th Anniversary of the inaugural meeting of Peel County Council, in the new completed Court House in Brampton and the convergence of Peel, Ontario and Canada 150 provides an exceptional platform in 2017 for engaging, inspiring and connecting residents across the Region of Peel. PAMA and its many partners are launching a program of exhibitions, events and arts, heritage and culture initiatives. Chuck Scott provided an overview of PAMA s extensive outreach services, programs and projects, and on behalf of the PAMA Advisory Board and staff, encouraged Regional Councillors and their constituents to attend events, openings and exhibits throughout the year. Marty Brent announced that the Region of Peel has a received a gift from Charles Pachter, an outstanding Canadian artist who is also an Officer of the Order of Canada and a Member of the Order of Ontario. He has been recognized for his accomplishments in France by being awarded the Ordre des Art et des Lettre, and is the recipient of the Queen s Golden and Diamond Jubilee medals. Mr. Pachter has given PAMA a gift of 56 works of his art: 52 prints, two paintings, one sculpture and one limited edition book that he created in collaboration with Margaret Atwood. Charles Pachter, Chuck Scott and Regional Chair Dale unveiled the painting titled The Painted Flag, that is part of Charles Pachter s gift and is currently on display in the Council Chamber. Regional Chair Dale noted that Mr. Pachter s art is deeply meaningful to the Region of Peel, and across Canada because it embodies the qualities of tolerance, embraces diversity and sees beauty in the world at large. Regional Chair Dale conveyed appreciation to Mr. Pachter on behalf of Regional Council and the citizens of the Region of Peel. Regional Chair Dale stated that this week marks the 150 th Anniversary of the formation of Peel County as a separate and independent county, and the opening of the Peel County Court House and Jail. He announced that Regional Council will celebrate these anniversaries with a commemorative luncheon in the historic Court House at PAMA on Thursday, March 30, 2017. Items Related to Enterprise Programs and Services Item 9.2 was dealt with. 9.2. Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) Program for Canada 150 and Peel 150 Celebrations See also Resolution 2017-31 Received 2017-32
Region of Peel -16- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 6. ITEMS RELATED TO HEALTH Chaired by Councillor E. Moore 6.1. Legalization of Medical Assistance in Dying - Implications for the Region of Peel Long Term Care 6.2. Update on Provincial and Federal Healthy Eating Initiatives Moved by Councillor Saito, Seconded by Councillor Ras; Received 2017-33 That the Regional Chair write, on behalf of Regional Council, to the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care to commend the implementation of the Ontario Healthy Menu Choices Act, 2015, which supports Peel Public Health s work to improve the food environment for Peel residents and to commit to continued collaboration to ensure effective and efficient implementation and enforcement of the Act; And further, that Peel Public Health continue to participate in consultation and advocacy opportunities to improve the food environment, including opportunities as part of the federal government s Healthy Eating Strategy, so that healthy eating choices are easier for our residents. Carried 2017-34 In response to concerns raised by Councillor Ras, the Medical Officer of Health stated that the issue of accessible restaurant menus is outside of the scope of regulations and she undertook to raise the issue at future Healthy Eating Strategy consultations. 6.3. Extension of Appointment of Associate Medical Officer of Health Moved by Councillor Miles, Seconded by Councillor Palleschi; That the appointment of Dr. Katherine Bingham as an Associate Medical Officer of Health under Resolution 2015-106 adopted on February 26, 2015, be extended with retrospective effect and with no break in service from the expiry of the initial term of the appointment on September 01, 2015 to October 31, 2017; And further, that documentation be provided to the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care to ensure continuation of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care funding under the Provincial Medical Officer of Health/Associate Medical Officer of Health Compensation Initiative. Carried 2017-35
Region of Peel -17- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 7. COMMUNICATIONS 7.1. Debi A. Wilcox, Regional Clerk/Director of Legislative Services, Durham Region, Letter dated December 14, 2016 to Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario, Endorsing the Region of Peel s Report on Initiating Ambulance Dispatch Reforms Additional Item Item 7.2: Received 2017-36 7.2. Bonnie Crombie, Mayor, City of Mississauga and Linda Jeffrey, Mayor, City of Brampton, Letter dated January 25, 2017, Regarding Opioids and in particular Fentanyl See also Resolution 2017-30 Received 2017-37 Dr. Eileen De Villa, Medical Officer of Health, advised that, while the Region of Peel is not experiencing a Fentanyl crisis situation, there has been an increase in its use and related deaths. Public Health staff have been working with key partners on urgent response planning and to ensure clarity of roles in the event of a sudden increase. She noted that staff would be presenting additional information to Regional Council in March 2017. Councillor Moore highlighted the importance of implementing a community education program, as soon as possible. In response to a question from Councillor Thompson, the Medical Officer of Health advised that, as part of the federal strategy on opioids, the pharmaceutical industry and medical profession are being consulted on ways to manage pain. 8. ITEMS RELATED TO HUMAN SERVICES Chaired by Councillor M. Medeiros Councillor Medeiros recognized Adaoma Patterson, Advisor, Peel Poverty Strategy, who recently presented at the House of Commons where she shared innovative approaches to poverty reduction. As the Region of Peel lead on Tamarack s Cities Reducing Poverty Initiative, Adaoma has built relationships with diverse stakeholders nationally, testing new, innovative ideas aimed at reducing and mitigating the impact of poverty on Region of Peel residents. Adoama is featured as one of the Inspiring Civic Leaders in the February 2017 edition of Toronto Life magazine for her public sector and community leadership. Members of Regional Council congratulated Adaoma Patterson for the recognition, and for being an inspiring civic leader.
Region of Peel -18- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 8.1. Centralized Waiting List for Housing - Establishment of Service Manager Local Rule and Revisions to Policy and Procedures Presentation by Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services and Jennifer McLaughlin, Manager, Housing Programs Received 2017-38 Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services and Jennifer McLaughlin, Manager, Housing Programs, stated that under the Housing Services Act, 2011, the Region of Peel may establish a local eligibility rule limiting the amount of assets that a household may have and still be eligible for rent-geared-to-income (RGI) assistance. An asset is defined as the total value of the assets of the household, with certain exclusions. In the fourth quarter of 2017, a Local Rule regarding Asset Limits will be implemented at $50,000 for singles and $75,000 for couples or families and will apply only to new applicants on the waiting list. Once the policy is finalized, collection and verification of asset information will be conducted on all households in receipt of RGI subsidy and households on the waiting list. The data collected will be monitored and analysed and the results reported back to Regional Council within one year of the effective date of the policy change. In response to a question from Councillor Miles, Jennifer McLaughlin advised that under the Housing Service Act, 2011, applicants on the waiting list are allowed to refuse a unit up to three times. At the request of Councillor Miles, the Commissioner of Human Services was directed by Regional Council to prepare a motion for consideration at the next meeting of Regional Council to address the provincial mandate that permits people who are on the waitlist for housing up to three refusals. Councillor Parrish suggested that waitlists across the province should be co-ordinated to prevent applicants being on multiple waitlists. In response to a question from Councillor Moore, Jennifer McLaughlin undertook to investigate the number of applicants currently on the waitlist who are currently living in subsidized housing in another municipality. The Commissioner of Human Services advised that the Brampton Queen Street Youth Shelter will officially open on Monday, January 30, 2017, with a capacity for 30 youth between 16 and 24 years of age. Supports that are in place include a resource room, laundry and lounge and the facility will be staffed 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Staff will continue working on accessibility issues, finalizing a security audit, backyard repairs and installing additional computers. Members of Regional Council commended staff and all partners who worked together to fill an important need in Brampton.
Region of Peel -19- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 9. ITEMS RELATED TO ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Chaired by Councillor C. Fonseca 9.1. 2017 Temporary Borrowing By-Law to Meet Expenses of the Municipality Moved by Councillor Crombie, Seconded by Councillor Thompson; That the necessary by-law, authorizing the temporary borrowing of monies to meet 2017 expenses of the municipality pending receipt of revenues in accordance with section 407 of the Municipal Act, 2001, be presented for enactment. Carried 2017-39 See also Resolution 2017-54 9.2. Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) Program for Canada 150 and Peel 150 Celebrations This item was dealt with under Resolution 2017-32 9.3. Proclamation of the Retail Business Holiday Act Provision Received 2017-40 David Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer, advised that staff would be reporting to a future meeting of Regional Council with detailed information related to the Retail Business Holidays Act (RBHA) provision and he confirmed that the existing rules apply to current applications under the RBHA. 10. COMMUNICATIONS 10.1. Carey degorter, General Manager/Town Clerk, Corporate Services, Town of Caledon, Letter dated December 23, 2016, Regarding Bill 39 - Aggregate Resources and Mining Modernization Act, 2016 See also Resolution 2017-44 Received 2017-41 10.2. Carey degorter, General Manager/Town Clerk, Corporate Services, Town of Caledon, Letter dated December 23, 2016, Regarding Provincial Review of the Ontario Municipal Board: Town Comments Received 2017-42 10.3. Caitlin Workman, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Jeremy Van Loon, Press Secretary, Alberta Environment and Parks, News Release dated December 23, 2016, Regarding Protecting Biodiversity and Expanding Canada s Network of Protected Areas
Region of Peel -20- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 Received 2017-43 10.4. Lorelei Friesen, Acting Manager, Editorial and Correspondence Services Unit, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Letter dated December 26, 2016, Responding to a letter from Regional Chair Dale, dated December 12, 2016, Regarding Bill 39, Aggregate Resources and Mining Modernization Act, 2016 See also Resolution 2017-41 Received 2017-44 11. ITEMS RELATED TO PUBLIC WORKS Chaired by Councillor R. Starr 11.1. Consolidated Water By-Law and Approval of Proposed Set Fines Part 1 Schedule Moved by Councillor Kovac, Seconded by Councillor Thompson; That the new Water By-law as outlined in the report of the Commissioner of Public Works, titled Consolidated Water By-law and Approval of Proposed Set Fines Part 1 Schedule be presented for enactment; And further, that the proposed Set Fines Part 1 schedule for the proposed consolidated Region of Peel Water By-law, attached as Appendix I to the subject report, be submitted to the Regional Senior Justice of the Ontario Court of Justice for approval; And further, that the Regional Solicitor be authorized to approve and implement any minor changes required by the Regional Senior Justice of the Ontario Court of Justice to the Set Fines as outlined in the subject report, that are acceptable in form and content; And further, that a copy of the approved consolidated Water By-law, as approved by the Regional Senior Justice, be forwarded to the area municipalities, and to the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change, for their information; And further, that the new Water By-law come into effect April 1st, 2017. See also Resolution 2017-54 Carried 2017-45
Region of Peel -21- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 11.2. Amendments to Traffic By-law 15-2013 Resulting from Capital Projects and Recent Development Activities Across the Region of Peel - all Wards Moved by Councillor Medeiros, Seconded by Councillor Sprovieri; That the necessary by-law be presented for enactment to amend By-law 15-2013 with respect to new traffic signs on Regional Roads resulting from capital projects and development activities across the Region of Peel; And further, that the City of Brampton, City of Mississauga and Town of Caledon, Peel Regional Police and the Ontario Provincial Police Caledon Detachment be advised. See also Resolution 2017-54 Carried 2017-46 11.3. Engineering Services for Detailed Design and Contract Administration for Regional Road 14 (Mayfield Road) Improvements from Bramalea Road to Regional Road 7 (Airport Road), Capital Project 06-4040, Document Number 2007-238P - City of Brampton, Wards 9 and 10 and Town of Caledon, Ward 2 Moved by Councillor Thompson, Seconded by Councillor Sprovieri; That the contract (Document 2007-238P) for the detailed design, contract administration and construction inspection services for Regional Road 14 (Mayfield Road) improvements, between the Region of Peel and IBI Group Professional Services (formerly Giffels Associates Limited) be extended in the estimated amount of $1,220,000 for a total contract commitment of $2,565,972 (excluding applicable taxes), to complete additional engineering services under Capital Project 06-4040, in accordance with Purchasing By-law 113-2013. Carried 2017-47 In response to a question from Councillor Groves, Gary Kocialek, Director, Transportation, undertook to report to a future meeting of Regional Council with an update on the future expansion of Mayfield Road. Councillor Groves requested that staff provide her with information related to the future plans for Mayfield Road for inclusion in her upcoming Newsletter.
Region of Peel -22- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 12. OTHER BUSINESS Additional Items Items 12.1 and 12.2: 12.1. Election of Regional Chair (Oral) Moved by Councillor Crombie, Seconded by Councillor Saito; Whereas Bill 70 Schedule 15, requires general election of the Regional Chair commencing with the 2018 Municipal Election; And whereas, Bill 70 Schedule 15, was introduced on First Reading on November 16, 2016, and received Royal Assent and came into force on December 8, 2016 without adequate consultation of the interests of the Region and its area municipalities, or adequate consideration of their stated preferences that the Regional Chair continue to be appointed by Regional Council; Therefore be it resolved, that a letter protesting the enactment of the requirement and requesting its repeal be circulated by the Regional Clerk for signature by Members of Council and sent to the Premier of Ontario; And further, that a copy of the letter be sent to the Minister of Municipal Affairs, Peel-area MPPs, the Clerks of other Regional Municipalities affected by the requirement and the local municipalities within the Region of Peel. Councillor Moore requested a recorded vote. In Favour: G. Carlson, B. Crombie, C. Fonseca, G. Gibson, A. Groves, N. Iannicca, J. Innis, J. Kovac, M. Mahoney, S. McFadden, M. Medeiros, G. Miles, E. Moore, M. Palleschi, C. Parrish, K. Ras, P. Saito, B. Shaughnessy, J.Sprovieri, R. Starr, A. Thompson, J. Tovey Total: 22 Opposed: L. Jeffrey Total: 1 Absent: J. Downey Total: 1 Carried 2017-48 See also Resolution 2017-30 Councillor Crombie advised that Bill 70 came into force on December 8, 2016 and requires the general election of the Regional Chair. Councillor Crombie noted that Regional Council had previously passed a resolution supporting the appointment of the Regional Chair and she raised concern that the legislation was passed without adequate consultation.
Region of Peel -23- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 The Commissioner of Corporate Services was requested by Councillor Gibson to report to a future meeting of Regional Council with information on the changes contained in Bill 68 and Bill 70 and the impact on the Region of Peel. Councillor Crombie placed a motion that a letter be sent to the Premier of Ontario, signed by Members of Regional Council, to protest the enactment of the requirement of general election of the Regional Chair and requesting its repeal. 12.2. Timing of Budget Consideration (Oral) See also Resolution 2017-30 Received 2017-49 Councillor Crombie requested that there be more time between the consideration of the Regional budget and the local budgets. David Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer, stated that staff would be reporting to a future meeting of Regional Council with a revised schedule for consideration of the Region of Peel budget. 13. NOTICES OF MOTION Additional Item Item 13.1: 13.1. Notice of Motion Regarding Adding a Questions or Comments Section on Regional Council Agendas (Oral) Moved by Councillor Mahoney, Seconded by Councillor Thompson; That in accordance with section I 1.(c) of the Region of Peel Procedure By-law 100-2012, as amended, section V 1.(f) be waived with respect to previous notice in order to permit the consideration of a motion from Councillor Parrish regarding the addition of a section to Regional Council agendas at the January 26, 2017 Regional Council meeting. See also Resolution 2017-51 Moved by Councillor Parrish, Seconded by Councillor Carlson; Carried by a two-thirds majority vote 2017-50 Whereas there are issues of importance to individual Members of Regional Council that arise on occasion that may not be on a particular Regional agenda; And whereas, such issues can be asked and resolved and/or deferred by staff to a future agenda;
Region of Peel -24- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 Therefore be it resolved, that the agenda for the Regional Municipality of Peel have an item titled Questions or Comments from Regional Councillors after Section 14 BY-LAWS, as a regular item for all meetings as of February 9, 2017. See also Resolution 2017-50 Moved by Councillor Miles, Seconded by Councillor Moore; Carried 2017-51 That Regional Council implement a trial period for the use of Consent Agendas. See also Resolution 2017-53 Moved by Councillor Miles, Seconded by Councillor Saito; Lost 2017-52 That the implementation of a trial period for the use of consent agendas be referred to the Procedure By-law Review Committee. See also Resolution 2017-52 Carried 2017-53 14. BY-LAWS Three Readings: By-law: 5-2017: A by-law to authorize the temporary borrowing of monies to meet expenses of the municipality pending receipt of revenues. By-law 6-2017: A by-law to regulate the Municipal Drinking Water System in the Regional Municipality of Peel. By-law: 7-2017: A by-law to amend By-law Number 15-2013 being a by-law to regulate traffic on roads under the jurisdiction of the Regional Municipality of Peel. Moved by Councillor Gibson, Seconded by Councillor Shaughnessy; That the by-laws listed on the Regional Council agenda, being By-laws 5-2017 to 7-2017 inclusive, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Acting Regional Clerk, and the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto.
See also Resolutions 2017-39, 2017-45 and 2017-46 15. IN CAMERA MATTERS Region of Peel -25- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 Carried 2017-54 At 12:12 p.m., in accordance with section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the following motion was placed: Moved by Councillor Thompson, Seconded by Councillor Tovey; Councillor Tovey departed at 12:54 p.m. That Council proceed In Camera to consider the following Council reports relating to the following: Defamatory Internet Postings and Harassing Conduct (Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose) Personal matters about an identifiable individual including Regional Employees (Oral) Carried 2016-55 Moved by Councillor Thompson, Seconded by Councillor Starr; That Council proceed out of In Camera. Council moved out of closed session at 1:14 p.m. Item 15.2 was dealt with. Carried 2016-56 15.2. Personal matters about an identifiable individual including Regional Employees (Oral) Received 2016-57 15.1. Defamatory Internet Postings and Harassing Conduct (Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose) Moved by Councillor Parrish, Seconded by Councillor Thompson;
Region of Peel -26- Council Minutes Thursday, January 26, 2017 That direction given In Camera to the Commissioner of Health Services and the Regional Solicitor be approved, and voted upon in accordance with Section 239(6) (b) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended. Carried 2017-58 15.2. Personal matters about an identifiable individual including Regional Employees (Oral) This item was dealt with under Resolution 2017-57 16. BY-LAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF COUNCIL Moved by Councillor Thompson, Seconded by Councillor Saito; That By-law 8-2017 to confirm the proceedings of Regional Council at its meeting held on January 26, 2017 and to authorize the execution of documents in accordance with the Region of Peel by-laws relating thereto, be given the required number of readings, taken as read, signed by the Regional Chair and the Acting Regional Clerk, and the corporate seal be affixed thereto. Carried 2017-59 17. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 1:17 p.m. Acting Regional Clerk Regional Chair
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6.1-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council DATE: January 26, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: STOPPING PROHIBTION ON REGIONAL ROAD 136 (QUEEN STREET EAST) IN ALTON VILLAGE TOWN OF CALEDON, WARD 1 Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works RECOMMENDATION That a stopping prohibition be implemented on the south side of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) from Main Street to a point 360 metres (1181 feet) east of Main Street at anytime in the Town of Caledon; And further, that the necessary by-law be presented for enactment; And further, that the Ontario Provincial Police and the Town of Caledon, be advised. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS Parked and stopped vehicles have been encroaching on the sidewalk of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) east of Main Street creating safety concerns. Observations confirmed that the stopped vehicles straddle partially on the travelled portion of the roadway and encroach on the sidewalk. The Region of Peel Traffic By-law 15-2013 will need to be amended to implement a stopping prohibition on the south side of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) from Main Street to a point 360 metres (1181 feet) east of Main Street. DISCUSSION 1. Background Regional staff received concerns related to parked/stopped vehicles and encroaching on the sidewalk on the south side of Queen Street East, opposite of the gas station located at approximately 190 metres (623 feet) east of Main Street. 2. Findings Regional staff conducted video surveillance and observed vehicles parked or stopped over the sidewalk on the south side of Queen Street East east of Main Street in Alton Village. These occurrences create safety issues and inconvenience to residents that utilize the sidewalk to walk to local businesses and to the nearby Alton Public School. A sidewalk is only available on the south side of Queen Street East at this time. The video surveillance
6.1-2 STOPPING PROHIBITION ON REGIONAL ROAD 136 (QUEEN STREET EAST) footage showed that the stopped vehicles on Queen Street East straddle partially on the travelled portion of the roadway and on the sidewalk. A layout of the proposed stopping prohibition is shown in Appendix I as well as pictures of vehicles parked on Queen Street East are shown in Appendix II. CONCLUSION To discourage parking and stopping, and to improve safety in the area of Queen Street East in Alton Village, it is recommend that a stopping prohibition be implemented on the south side of Queen Street East from Main Street to a point 360 metres (1181 feet) east of Main Street. An amendment to Traffic By-law 15-2013 is required to implement this new stopping prohibition. Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDICES 1. Appendix I Map of Stopping Prohibition on Queen Street East 2. Appendix II Pictures of Vehicles Parked on Queen Street East For further information regarding this report, please contact Denise Dang, Technical Analyst, extension 7583, denise.dang@peelregion.ca. Authored By: Denise Dang - 2 -
APPENDIX I 6.1-3 STOPPING PROHIBITION ON REGIONAL ROAD 136 (QUEEN STREET EAST) IN ALTON VILLAGE 136 Queen Street East Proposed No Stopping Zone South Side at Anytime Gas Station 136 Not to Scale
APPENDIX II 6.1-4 STOPPING PROHIBITION ON REGIONAL ROAD 136 (QUEEN STREET EAST) IN ALTON VILLAGE Looking eastbound on Queen Street East Looking eastbound on Queen Street East
6.2-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council DATE: January 17, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: CURBSIDE BATTERY COLLECTION UPDATE Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works RECOMMENDATION That the curbside battery collection program, consisting of two collection events per year, be continued in 2017, timed to coincide with Earth Week in April and Waste Reduction Week in October; And further, that instead of distributing specially printed bags, residents be advised to use any transparent, sealable bag to set out their batteries; And further, that staff evaluate the program after one more year and report back to Regional Council. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS On March 26, 2015, Regional Council approved Resolution 2015-169, for staff to proceed with a curbside battery collection program, consisting of two events per year, beginning in 2016. Staff were also directed to evaluate the program and report back to Regional Council after one year. The curbside battery collection events were held in March and November 2016. Approximately 28 tonnes of batteries were collected through both curbside collection events, which an additional 22.8 tonnes collected through Peel s CRCs and 3.6 tonnes collected through the battery barrel programs at Regional and Municipal facilities. Combined, these programs diverted 54.4 tonnes of used batteries from landfill in 2016. The total cost of the two 2016 collection events was $228,500 (exclusive of applicable taxes), which is over the original cost estimate due to changes in the battery bag distribution methodology. Collection costs totaled $64,000, bag costs total $144,500 (printing and distribution) and promotional costs totaled $20,000. Staff recommend that one more year of collection events be implemented to gather additional data to support a decision on the permanency of the program. To reduce costs of the program, staff recommend that residents use their own clear, sealable bags instead of specially printed bags supplied by the Region. Staff also recommend changing the timing of the events to coincide with Earth Week in April and Waste Reduction week in October, so that the commencement of seasonal yard waste and inclement weather is avoided. The total estimated cost of the 2017 curbside battery collection program is $105,000 (exclusive of all applicable taxes).
6.2-2 CURBSIDE BATTERY COLLECTION UPDATE DISCUSSION 1. Background The Region of Peel collects used batteries from Peel residents at it Community Recycling Centres (CRCs). Peel and the three area municipalities also provide battery collection barrels at most civic facilities. Between these two programs, 31.5 tonnes of used batteries were diverted from landfill in 2015 where they could pollute ground water; 27 tonnes through CRCs and 4.5 tonnes through the battery barrel programs. In 2015, Peel learned that other municipalities have supplemented their depot programs with curbside collection to keep even more batteries out of landfill. At its March 26, 2015 meeting, Regional Council approved the implementation of a curbside battery collection program, beginning in 2016, and directed staff to evaluate the program after one year and report back to Regional Council (Council Resolution 2015-169). In the March 26, 2015 report to Regional Council, staff had estimated that approximately 40 tonnes of single-use batteries could be collected per event. This estimate was based on waste composition data, Community Recycling Centre (CRC) data, municipal battery collection barrel tonnage data and an environmental scan of other municipalities with curbside battery collection service. It was planned that residents would receive two specially marked plastic bags, either with their Annual Waste Guide, on their own or made available at the CRCs, Regional facilities and municipal facilities. Collection events were scheduled to start and end with daylight savings time and the collected batteries would be brought to a waste management facility for preparation to the Region s battery processor. The annual cost for the curbside battery collection service was estimated to be approximately $150,000 (exclusive of applicable taxes). This estimate included $46,000 for production of the specially marked plastic bags, a $40,000 communications campaign, and $64,000 for collection. 2. Findings Two curbside battery events were conducted in 2016: the first from March 14 to March 24 and the second from November 7 to November 17. As stated earlier, these events were timed to coincide with daylight savings time, which is when residents are encouraged to change the batteries in their smoke detectors. The specially marked battery bags were delivered to residents in February and September. They were not distributed with the waste collection cart manual (which replaced the Annual Waste Guide in 2016) as originally planned because staff felt that the delivery time of the manual (September to December 2015) was too far in advance of the first battery collection event and that residents would not hold onto the bags for that long. As a result, bag distribution costs of $98,000 in total for both events were incurred, which were not included in the original cost estimate. - 2 -
6.2-3 CURBSIDE BATTERY COLLECTION UPDATE The actual cost of the program was $228,500; including $144,500 for production of the specially marked plastic bags and distribution to residents, a $20,000 communications campaign, and $64,000 for collection. Residents were instructed to place their sealed bags of batteries on top of their closed organics cart for collection on their scheduled recycling collection day. Mobile signs, web site ads and local newspaper advertisements were utilized to communicate both special collection events, in addition to a web video found at: http://peelregion.ca/waste/other-collection-services#othercollection-batteries. Approximately 28 tonnes of batteries were collected through the two curbside collection events. This is in addition to 22.8 tonnes collected through Peel s CRCs and 3.6 tonnes collected through the battery barrel programs at Regional and Municipal facilities. Combined, these programs diverted 54.4 tonnes of used batteries from landfill in 2016. Put another way, with the addition of curbside battery collection, Peel diverted an additional 22.9 tonnes in 2016 compared to 2015. The table below shows the amount of batteries collected at each curbside event. Spring 2016 Battery Collection Fall 2016 Battery Collection Date Batteries Collected Tonnes Contamination Tonnes Date Batteries Collected Tonnes Contamination Tonnes March 15.9 1.0 November 12.1 1.0 The contamination reported in the table above is attributed to the incorrect set-out of wet-cell lead acid batteries, rechargeable batteries, lithium type batteries and miscellaneous CFL bulbs, lighters, cell phones and electric games which were sorted and properly managed at Peel s Household Hazardous Waste facilities. Overall, the collection service ran well, however the amount of batteries collected only totalled one third of staff s original estimate. Some of this shortfall may be attributed to the following factors: curbside scavenging of the bagged batteries as scrap metal other options for battery collection CRCs, battery collection bins at Regional and municipal facilities, retailer collection programs insufficient time for residents to collect batteries due to the short time between bag delivery and collection event 3. Proposed Direction Although the 2016 events did not collect the amount of batteries anticipated by staff, it did significantly increase the amount of batteries diverted from landfill. Staff feels that one more year of data would help to decide if the collection service should be implemented permanently. Therefore, staff is recommending that two curbside battery collection events - 3 -
6.2-4 CURBSIDE BATTERY COLLECTION UPDATE be implemented in 2017 and that staff report back to Regional Council on the performance of the events. For the 2017 events, staff is proposing the following changes: That the events be moved so that they coincide with Earth Week in April and Waste Reduction Week in October. Changing the timing of the events from daylight savings time avoids the commencement of seasonal yard waste collection and inclement weather. That instead of using specially printed bags to collect batteries, residents be asked to use any transparent, sealable bag. This will avoid the costs of producing and distributing the bags, which in 2016 totaled $144,500 (exclusive of applicable taxes). FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The total cost for the 2017 curbside battery collection program is estimated to be $105,000 (exclusive of applicable taxes), broken down as shown in the table below and is included in Waste Management s 2017 operating budget. The increase amount for the communication campaign is due the recommendation of residents using any transparent, sealable bag. Activity Annual Cost (excluding applicable taxes) Communications Campaign $40,000 Collections $65,000 Transportation and Processing Covered under Municipal Hazardous Waste Extended Producer Responsibility Program Total (exclusive of applicable taxes) $105,000 Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer For further information regarding this report, please contact Norman Lee, Waste Management Director, extension 4703, norman.lee@peelregion.ca. Reviewed in workflow by: Financial Support Unit - 4 -
6.3-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council DATE: January 30, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: BACKFLOW PREVENTION BY-LAW AND CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works RECOMMENDATION That staff be authorized to implement a Region wide Cross-Connection Control Program for the Industrial Commercial and Institutional sectors, including the collection of a cost recovery fee to commence April 1, 2017, as approved by Regional Council in the most recent amendment to the User Fees By-law 43-2002; And further, that the necessary Backflow Prevention By-law be presented for enactment. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS Staff held four stakeholder consultation sessions that were well received and provided important feedback. By proactively enacting the Backflow Prevention By-law (By-law) and Cross-Connection Control Program (Program), Peel will stay ahead of any future regulatory changes that may be brought forward by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change regarding backflow prevention. By implementation of the By-law and Program, Peel will demonstrate its commitment to providing safe potable water to its populace. The Program costs of $750,000 annually will be recovered from user fees. The Program will affect users in the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional sectors as well as residential high rises over three stories DISCUSSION 1. Background As the potable water utility provider, the Region of Peel is committed to providing safe potable drinking water for the users of the system. The main objective of the Backflow Prevention By-law (By-law) and the Cross-Connection Control Program (Program) is to establish a method by which the Region can ensure that any potential cross contamination risk from private plumbing is identified and both the private and municipal water supplies are safeguarded by requiring backflow prevention devices within those systems. As of 2016, over 30 municipalities in Ontario have passed a By-law and have created a Cross-Connection Control Program. A general awareness of backflow prevention within the
6.3-2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION BY-LAW AND CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and multi-residential sector exists today due to these bylaws and programs in neighbouring municipalities. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (Ministry) has recommended through the annual inspection process of the water system that Peel develop and enact a By-law as an industry best practice. The Ministry was advised by staff that a by-law has been drafted and is in the review process to be brought in front of Council for approval. At this time there is no provincial regulatory requirement for a Backflow Prevention By-Law or Cross-Connection Control Program. However, if a future regulation is passed by the Province for backflow prevention, Peel will be compliant at inception. The Region of Peel has approximately 15,000 affected Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) water billing accounts. On June 25, 2015, Council approved the report Backflow Prevention in the Region of Peel which outlined the need for a Backflow Prevention By-law and Cross-Connection Control Program for Peel. The report advised Council that staff would undertake a stakeholder consultation process before bringing the By-law forward for enactment. 2. Stakeholder Consultation Process Staff held four stakeholder consultation sessions with representatives from various ICI and multi-residential facilities. Staff sent out over 500 invitations to key ICI facilities in the Region of Peel of which the turnout rate was approximately 11%. The response received at these sessions was overwhelmingly positive. Most attendees were very accepting to the idea that Peel is moving forward to implement an additional safeguard to protect our municipal water supply. Most attendees were aware of similar by-laws and programs in neighbouring municipalities and mentioned that they already have plans in place to accommodate any future by-law or will begin the planning process in the near future. Staff continues to get inquiries from stakeholders asking about the program as well as asking where to send the paperwork for backflow prevention assemblies they have already installed and tested. Staff will continue to update and inform stakeholders throughout the development and implementation phases of the Program. 3. Proposed Direction The proposed By-law has been designed to provide some flexibility to facility owners when determining what type of protection they may require to comply with the by-law. The Canadian Safety Association (CSA) standards recommend the type of backflow prevention device that is required by type of industry and potential contamination risk hazard. Peel s proposed by-law will require isolation at 2 of 3 points (Source, Zone, Premise); this approach not only protects the municipal water supply but also will ensure that the internal occupants are protected against any contamination that may enter the internal plumbing system. Some facilities, depending on size and hazard level may be required to have a Premise isolation device in addition to any isolation devices within the internal plumbing system. A backflow prevention assembly for Premise isolation is mandatory for facilities - 2 -
6.3-3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION BY-LAW AND CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM under the Building Code, but this By-law ensures annual testing and operation of the assemblies. Staff met with three municipalities with established programs to learn about their experiences as well as challenges faced while developing and implementing their programs. The overall findings were that compliance levels have been low, in the first 5 years and to ensure the effectiveness of the program it is crucial to have a solid foundation for administering the Cross-Connection Control Program and enforcing the By-law. The Program needs to be adequately resourced from inception to ensure the success of the program. Also, staff had some preliminary discussions with those internal departments at Peel who will be impacted by this By-law. The focus is on Real Estate, Peel Living, Long Term Care and Public Works facilities. By building these relationships early on it will provide sufficient time for Regional facilities to comply with the By-law once in force. The proposed Program will be administered by the Environmental Control section at Peel once implemented. This section has expertise in enforcing the Wastewater By-law and has developed key relationships with ICI facilities across the Region. Due to these established relationships staff is projecting higher than average initial compliance levels for our program. The enforcement of this By-law will closely follow the enforcement procedures utilized by the Environmental Control section for the enforcement of the Wastewater By-law. Currently a multi-stage enforcement procedure is used with there being escalation at each stage; the first stage is awareness of the issue, the second stage requires a written response and an installation timeline and the third stage involves a mandatory meeting. Further enforcement may involve Provincial Offenses Act charges under the By-law. As part of the Program a variance policy will be developed which will allow staff to work with those individuals that face unique challenges in order to comply with the By-law. This approach has been successfully utilized by other municipalities targeting those facilities that may have otherwise experienced financial or installation hardship. This approach has resulted in an increase in overall compliance levels at those municipalities. 4. Key Points of the Backflow Prevention By-law The By-law will be in effect as of April 1, 2017. This will provide the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) and multi-residential sector sufficient time to prepare for any financial impacts they may encounter. The cost of the surveys and installation is the responsibility of the owner or operator of the facility and the costs will vary depending on the size and quantity of water services. The By-law: Applies to all new and existing ICI and multi-residential facilities except those considered to be a minor hazard such as residential; Requires initial cross-connection surveys and surveys every 3 years from any facility identified as a severe hazard and every 5 years from any facility identified as a moderate hazard; - 3 -
6.3-4 BACKFLOW PREVENTION BY-LAW AND CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL PROGRAM Provides for mandatory access to non-residential premises for the purpose of inspecting for cross-connections and backflow prevention devices; Contains offences for non-compliance; Requires annual testing of backflow prevention devices and the provision of associated records to the Region FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The total cost to support the Cross-Connection Control Program is $750,000 to be recovered from user fees. The user fee, which was approved in the 2017 budget, will be set at $50 for the first year for the affected ICI billing accounts. Expenses are incurred through staff time and overhead, in reviewing surveys and administration of the By-law. Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer For further information regarding this report, please contact Anthony Parente, Director, Wastewater Division at ext. 7833 or via email at anthony.parente@peelregion.ca Authored By: Elaine Gilliland, Manager, Environmental Control Reviewed in workflow by: Financial Support Unit Legal Services - 4 -
6.4-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council DATE: January 30, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUILDING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works RECOMMENDATION That the comments included in Appendix I of the report of the Commissioner of Public Works, titled, Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy be approved as the Region of Peel s response to the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change regarding its posting of the final draft Strategy on the Environmental Registry; And further, that the Region of Peel s comments be forwarded to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario; the Municipal Waste Association; the Regional Public Works Commissioners of Ontario; and the Ontario Waste Management Association. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS In 2015, the provincial government introduced Bill 151, the Waste Free Ontario Act (the Act) and an accompanying draft Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy (the Strategy). Staff submitted comments on the Act and draft Strategy in 2016. The Act has since been approved, proclaimed and is now in effect. On December 16, 2016 the province posted a final draft of the Strategy with comments due by January 30, 2017. Staff worked with counterparts at Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO); the Municipal Waste Association (MWA); the Regional Public Works Commissioners of Ontario (RPWCO); and the Ontario Waste Management Association (OWMA) to develop comments on the final draft of the Strategy. The comments included in Appendix I of this report were presented to the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee at its January 19, 2017 meeting prior to being submitted to the province before the January 30, 2017 deadline with the proviso that they were subject to Council approval. Staff will remain engaged in consultations with the province related to the implementation of the Act and Strategy and update Council as appropriate.
6.4-2 STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUILDING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY DISCUSSION 1. Background On November 26, 2015, the provincial government introduced Bill 151, the Waste Free Ontario Act (the Act) and an accompanying draft Strategy for a Waste Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy (the Strategy). The Act allows the province to develop Regulations to increase resource recovery and reduce disposal of waste. The Strategy is a blueprint of which initiatives and activities the province intends to purse (through Regulations and otherwise) and when. Staff was engaged in the review of the Act and the draft Strategy and developed comments, which were presented to the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee on February 18, 2016 and approved by Regional Council on March 10, 2016 (Council Resolution 2016-209) and sent to the province. 2. Waste Free Ontario Act Proclaimed On November 30, 2016, the Waste Free Ontario Act was proclaimed and is now in effect. 3. Final Draft Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy On December 16, 2016, the province issued a final draft of the Strategy for comment. The 45-day comment period ends on January 30, 2017. The 2016 final draft of the Strategy is substantively consistent with the 2015 draft of the Strategy and addresses most of the comments previously submitted by Peel. Staff worked with our counterparts across the province to review the final draft of the Strategy and prepare Peel s comments to the province. Overall, staff recommend that Peel support the Strategy as it provides clarity around the province s direction with respect to waste reduction, resource recovery and the implementation of a circular economy in Ontario. Comments on specific parts of the final draft of the Strategy are included in Appendix I of this report. 4. Next Steps Staff submitted the appended comments on the final draft of the Strategy to the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change by the deadline of January 30, 2017 with the proviso that they were still subject to Council approval. The comments were presented to the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee at the January 19, 2017 meeting. Staff will continue to participate in consultations related to the various components of the Waste Free Ontario Act and the Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy and will continue to provide the province with feedback that is in the interest of Peel Region and consistent with Regional Council direction. - 2 -
6.4-3 STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUILDING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY CONCLUSION Staff have reviewed the final draft of the Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy and submitted comments on it to the province by the January 30, 2017 deadline, with the proviso that the comments were subject to Council approval. Staff will continue to be engaged in consultations related to the various components of the Waste Free Ontario Act and Strategy and will provide the province with feedback that is in the interest of Peel Region and consistent with Regional Council direction. Janette Smith, Commissioner of Public Works Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDICES Appendix I - Comments For further information regarding this report, please contact Norman Lee, Director Waste Management, extension 4703, norman.lee@peelregion.ca. - 3 -
APPENDIX I 6.4-4 STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUIDLING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY 1. The Region continues to support the development of a Strategy to build a circular economy in Ontario, as it will help provide clarity around the provincial direction. 2. The Region supports the Strategy s Vision for Ontario where waste is seen as a resource that can be recovered, reused and reintegrated into a circular economy. 3. The Region supports the Strategy s Goals for a zero waste Ontario and zero greenhouse gas emissions from the waste sector. 4. The Region supports the interim targets of 30 per cent diversion rate by 2020, 50 per cent diversion rate by 2030 and 80 per cent diversion rate by 2050 but recommends they be broken down to indicate the contribution expected by the residential and IC&I sectors. The Region recommends that waste from Industrial, Commercial and Industrial sectors be prioritized in the timeline as it represents a significant opportunity for meeting the Strategy s targets. The Region recommends that the interim targets, which are currently based on waste diversion, be amended to reflect waste reduction and the efficient use of resources. The Region recommends that the province commit to a timeline for reporting, assessing and if necessary, changing the interim targets. The Region recommends that a consistent methodology for calculating and reporting diversion rates between sectors, companies, municipalities and other relevant parties be developed, established, implemented, enforced and monitored. 5. The Region continues to support the development of Policy Statements and recommends that municipalities be a part of the consultations for the policy statements. 6. The Region supports the establishment of a registry by the Authority to build data capacity in an open, transparent and publicly accessible fashion. 7. The Region supports the increasing role for producer responsibility with respect to their products and packaging. 8. The Region acknowledges that with their increased responsibility, producers must also be given a greater say in how their products and packaging are managed. 9. The Region supports the core principles for transitioning existing waste diversion programs to full producer responsibility regime. The Region supports the province s objective of smoothly transitioning existing programs without disruption of service.
APPENDIX I 6.4-5 STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUIDLING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY The Region recommends regular reviews and assessments during transitions so that impacts of the transitions are known and reported. The Region supports extensive consultation with municipalities and other stakeholders when determining when and how to transition. The Region supports the consideration of stranded assets (including facilities, vehicles, receptacles and contracts) during transition. 10. The Region supports updating the 3Rs regulations to improve IC&I diversion. 11. The Region supports the harmonization of materials collected across Ontario to facilitate more effective promotion and education, provided it does not result in unreasonable reduction of service to any group of residents. 12. The Region supports enhancements to regulatory requirements including a modern regulatory approach to reduce administrative or regulatory burden on service providers and to expedite approvals in order to facilitate resource recovery. 13. The Region recommends that bans on currently designated materials could and should be considered earlier in the current timeline as diversion programs and processing capacity for these materials already exists in Ontario. 14. The Region recommends that the implementation date of the Organic Waste Action Plan and any associated bans be after the transition of the Blue Box program to producers is complete so that resources currently used by the municipalities for the Blue Box program can be reallocated to address the Organic Waste Action Plan. 15. The Region recommends that any disposal bans address the export of banned waste to jurisdictions outside Ontario for disposal. 16. The Region recommends that the recovery of construction, demolition and renovation materials be considered for early implementation. 17. The Region supports the development of a Food and Organic Waste Action Plan but recommends that the province set outcomes and allow the sector to consider the use of all technologies (including mixed waste processing) to achieve these outcomes as the recovery of organics from high-rise and multi-residential dwellings has proven to be relatively ineffective using at source diversion alone. 18. The Region recommends that the province ensure that Ontario s Cap and Trade program link directly with waste diversion and resource recovery efforts by recognizing and encouraging activities in the waste management sector that drive greenhouse gas emission reductions. The Region recommends that Cap and Trade funding be made available to anyone, including municipalities, that invest in infrastructure that reduces waste, recovers resources and reduces greenhouse gas emissions and that consideration be given to early adopters of this infrastructure.
APPENDIX I 6.4-6 STRATEGY FOR A WASTE-FREE ONTARIO: BUIDLING THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY 19. The Region supports the timeline to review the Strategy at least every ten years and to issue progress reports at least every five years. However, as municipal priorities are established with each term of Council, the Region requests that updates (or mini updates) be provided to municipalities every four years, to align with municipal terms of Council. 20. The Region recommends that the province provide a detailed schedule for designating new materials to allow municipalities and other stakeholders time to develop plans to handle these materials. 21. The Region recommends that components of the Strategy be implemented in a manner that promotes open and fair competition. 22. The Region recommends that the province continue to consult with Peel Region and other municipalities as components of the Strategy are designed and implemented.
6.5-1 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES WMSAC - 1/2017 The Region of Peel Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee met on January 19, 2017 at 11:20 a.m., in the Regional Council Chamber, 5th Floor, Regional Administrative Headquarters 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton, Ontario. Members Present: Members Absent: Also Present: A. Groves; J. Innis; J. Kovac; M. Mahoney; C. Parrish; K. Ras F. Dale, due to other municipal business; M. Palleschi due to a personal matter; R. Starr, due to a personal matter D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer; J. Smith, Commissioner of Public Works; D. Bingham, Acting Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer; P. Caza, Senior Legal Counsel; N. Lee, Director, Waste Management; K. Lockyer, Regional Clerk and Director of Clerk s; T. Prokop, Program Support Analyst, Waste Management; C. Law, Committee Clerk; M. Sodiya, Legislative Assistant C. Law, Committee Clerk presided. 1. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-1-2017: That Councillor Palleschi be appointed Chair of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee for the term ending November 30, 2018 or until a successor is appointed by Regional Council. RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-2-2017: That Councillor Innis be appointed Vice-Chair of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee for the term ending November 30, 2018 or until a successor is appointed by Regional Council. Councillor Innis assumed the Chair. 2. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST - Nil * See text for arrivals See text for departures
6.5-2 WMSAC 1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-3-2017: That the agenda for the January 19, 2017 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting include a verbal update on the Province of Ontario s recently released Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario, to be dealt with under Reports Item 5.2; And further, that the agenda for the January 19, 2017 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting include a verbal update on the deployment of waste carts for townhouses, to be dealt with under Other Business Item 8.1; And further, that the agenda for the January 19, 2017 Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee meeting be approved, as amended. 4. DELEGATIONS - Nil 5. REPORTS 5.1 Anaerobic Digestion Facility Siting Update RECOMMENDATION WMSAC-4-2017: That staff continue to search for a suitable site for the Region of Peel s planned anaerobic digestion facility; And further, that the staff expand the search beyond the Cities of Brampton and Mississauga to include the Town of Caledon and properties outside of Peel in co-operation with the local municipality as described in the report from the Commissioner of Public Works, titled Anaerobic Digestion Facility Siting Update. Councillor Parrish advised that properties located in close proximity to the airport are often protected from sale by the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, despite the fact that any anaerobic digestion facility will not be a bird hazard. She added that there are many properties in Ward 5, in the City of Mississauga, that may be a good fit for such a facility. Additional Item 5.2 Update Regarding the Province of Ontario s Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario Presentation by Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management Received See also Approval of Agenda
6.5-3 WMSAC 1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management, provided the Committee with an update regarding the Province of Ontario s recently released the 2016 final draft of the Strategy for a Waste-Free Ontario: Building the Circular Economy. He stated that based on the released details, staff is largely in agreement with the Strategy and see it in-line with the Region s policies, but had some comments and suggestions for regulations that he shared with the Committee for their feedback. He noted that he would provide staff s comments to the Province for their deadline of January 30, 2017 with the caveat that the comments still need to be approved by Regional Council. In response to a question from Councillor Ras, Norman Lee stated that currently the Region of Peel runs the Blue Box program and producers cover 50 per cent of the costs, but under the new regulations this will be bumped up to 100 per cent and leave it to the producers how to run the program. This will likely result in the Region of Peel negotiating with producer groups or collectives. In response to a question from Councillor Parrish, Norman Lee stated that the Region of Peel does have a consultant currently looking at incentives and rewards programs and how that could be implemented at the local level. He further added that staff is actively working with schools to get information out on proper bin usage and the importance of the 3Rs. Councillor Mahoney encouraged staff to look at incentives that could come out of the final capand-trade program from the Province to encourage larger-scale waste solutions for the industrial, commercial, institutional and multi-residential sectors. 6. COMMUNICATIONS 6.1. Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management, Project/Issue Update dated January 2017, Strategy For A Waste Free Ontario: Building The Circular Economy Received 6.2. Norman Lee, Director, Waste Management, Project/Issue Update dated January 2017, One Million Tonnes of Marketed Recyclable Materials Received Councillor Ras asked if staff could provide her with some of the statistical graphics that show the success of the program for her Ward newsletter. 7. IN CAMERA MATTERS - Nil
6.5-4 WMSAC 1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 8. OTHER BUSINESS Additional Item 8.1 Update regarding Townhouse Deployment of Waste Carts (Oral) See also Approval of Agenda Received In response to a question from Councillor Ras, Norman Lee stated that the deployment of waste carts to townhouses is being done as flexibly as possible due to the differences between townhouse developments and the preferences of residents. He stated that staff evaluate any townhouse location if requested to do by residents or property managers. In response to a question from Councillor Mahoney, Norman Lee stated that there can be resources made available for making presentations to condo boards should they require education on the proper use and storage of carts. 9. NEXT MEETING The next meeting of the Waste Management Strategic Advisory Committee is scheduled for Thursday, March 2, 2017 at 11:00 a.m., Regional Administrative Headquarters, Council Chamber, 5th floor, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton, ON. Please forward regrets to Curtiss Law, Committee Clerk, (905) 791-7800, extension 4502 or at curtiss.law@peelregion.ca 10. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.
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7.1-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council For Information DATE: January 30, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services Eileen de Villa, MD MBA MHSc CCFP FRCPC, Medical Officer of Health OBJECTIVE To provide Council with an overview of oral health status in Peel and current efforts by Peel Public Health to protect and improve oral health among residents of the Region. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS Good oral health is important for an individual s overall health, well-being, and quality of life. Poor oral health conditions can compromise productivity at home, school and work, lead to increased financial burden due to high treatment costs and lost wages from missed time at work. There are also wider health care system implications due to costs for physician visits, emergency department visits and hospitalizations related to oral health. In 2016, Peel Public Health developed an oral health status report titled Oral Health in Peel: A Taste of Risk Factors and Oral Health Outcomes, which describes the burden of oral health disease in Peel and informs future oral priorities for the Region. Peel Public Health utilizes a comprehensive approach to improve the oral health of Peel residents, including individual, community and population level interventions. Improving the oral health of Peel residents also aligns with the provincial government s strategy and the Region s Term of Council Priority to reduce poverty by helping to reduce health disparities as many of the low income and immigrant families with oral health needs who are without dental insurance reside in Peel. As oral disease and access to timely care remains a concern for Peel residents, Peel Public Health will continue to engage with community partners and stakeholders to monitor and promote oral health, expand the reach of existing programs, and advocate for improved access to care for priority populations. DISCUSSION 1. Background Oral health consists of much more than just healthy teeth and gums. Good oral health is an important component of overall health and quality of life. Although most oral health conditions are usually not life threatening, they can cause pain, and have physical, social
7.1-2 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT and psychological impacts. Research has also shown links between poor oral health and other health outcomes, such as diabetes, heart conditions and respiratory disease. Common oral disease such as tooth decay and gum disease affect a large number of Canadian children, adults and seniors. According to the Summary Report on the Findings of the Oral Health Component of the Canadian Health Measures Survey 2007-2009, three out of every five children aged 6 to 19 have, or have had, a cavity. Although cavities are largely preventable, 96 per cent of adults have had a history of cavities and 21 per cent of adults with natural teeth have, or have had, a moderate or a severe periodontal (gum) problem. Tooth decay occurs when bacteria break down the sugars in our diet to produce an acid that eats away the hard, outer layer of teeth (enamel). Gum disease occurs when the gums become infected with bacteria as a result of poor oral hygiene. Gums may become red, swollen and tend to bleed and may eventually lead to loosening of the teeth. Importantly, most oral health conditions such as these are preventable through an improvement in diet, better oral hygiene and regular visits to a dental professional. Poor oral health can lead to painful infections, premature loss of primary teeth, poor eating habits, speech problems, socialization issues and expensive dental treatment. Dental pain, bleeding and infection can interfere with learning in school and lead to tooth loss, and impair growth and development of children. Tooth decay continues to be one of the most prevalent chronic diseases affecting children. In addition, there is an economic burden associated with oral disease. Oral health conditions can compromise productivity at home, school and work, lead to increased financial burden due to high treatment costs and lost wages from missed time at work, and increase health care system costs due to emergency department visits and hospitalizations. In Canada, there are an estimated 2.26 million school days and 4.15 million working days lost annually due to dental visits or dental sick days. Oral health is a particular concern because dental care coverage under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) is limited only to medically necessary surgical dental services delivered within a hospital setting. While most people either have employer-based dental insurance or self-pay for dental treatment; certain groups, such as low-income families, newcomers to Canada and seniors, may not have access to employer-based dental benefits or the ability to pay for dental care. Public provision of oral health programs helps reduce health disparities and supports healthy growth and development of our population. Improving the oral health of Peel s residents aligns with the provincial government s strategy and the Region s Term of Council Priority to reduce poverty. A limited number of provincial and regional dental programs exist to serve some segments of the population and are described further in this report. 2. Peel Oral Health Status Report Findings In 2016, Peel Public Health developed an oral health status report titled Oral Health in Peel: A Taste of Risk Factors and Oral Health Outcomes. This report used existing data from Peel programs, in addition to provincial and national data, to describe the burden of oral - 2 -
7.1-3 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT disease in Peel and to inform future oral health priorities. The key findings are summarized below. a) Oral Health Outcomes Self-reported oral health status data for those aged 12 years and older suggest that the majority of the population perceive their oral health to be good, very good or excellent. However, oral health disparities still exist among population subgroups such as those in low income. For example, those with lower incomes are less likely to report very good oral health status. Currently, there is limited clinical oral health status data for children, and data is unavailable for adults and seniors. b) Access to Care and Dental Care Utilization Many Peel residents (70 per cent) have visited a dental care provider in the past year. Those who are less likely to do so are people aged 65 years and older, recent immigrants, and those in the low-lower middle income level. The majority of those who do not visit a dentist report the reason as not necessary (47 per cent), but an additional 30 per cent report that they do not visit because of cost. In fact in 2009/2010, only 66 per cent of the population in Peel aged 12 years and older has dental insurance. The percentage goes down when certain subgroups are examined such as recent immigrants (50 per cent), low-lower middle income (30 per cent), and age groups 19 to 29 years old (62 per cent) and over 65 years old (33 per cent). c) Health Care Cost Not having regular visits to the dentist can have financial implications on the health care system. In Peel, costs associated with physician visits, emergency department visits and hospitalizations for oral health conditions are estimated at approximately $4 million per year. In Peel, in 2013, there were 13,087 visits to a general practitioner or family physician for conditions such as dental caries, gingivitis or toothache/dental abscess. Rates of visits to a physician are higher in Peel in comparison to Ontario. The rates of visits to a physician are also highest among those aged 65 years and older. In addition, Peel residents made 4,134 visits to the emergency department and had 325 hospitalizations for conditions related to the oral cavity, salivary glands and jaws, and oral injuries. Visiting rates for these conditions are much lower in Peel compared to Ontario. 3. Approach to Oral Health Prevention and Protection Peel Public Health uses a multi-prong approach to protecting the oral health of Peel s residents targeted at the individual, community, and population levels. At the individual level, dental screening is provided to children and youth in schools and community clinics. This is a quick visual assessment performed by a Registered Dental Hygienist to identify any dental issues or problems. Children and youth identified as having an oral health preventive or treatment need are referred to available programs and services. - 3 -
7.1-4 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT As described below, there are also specific programs for adults and seniors in need of treatment. At the community level, oral health promotion activities, such as outreach activities in collaboration with community partners and promoting good oral health practices help decrease the risk of poor oral health outcomes among priority populations. At the population level, community water fluoridation has been demonstrated to be a safe and effective method of protecting Peel s population against tooth decay. Peel residents who have access to Peel s lake based water supply receive fluoridated water. 4. Peel Programs Across the Lifespan a) Children and Youth In Ontario, oral health programming is guided by the Ontario Public Health Standards Child Health (cost-shared) and Healthy Smiles Ontario children s dental program (100 per cent provincially funded). Through these standards, public health units are mandated to provide oral health screening to children in schools and to refer eligible children who may be at risk of poor oral health outcomes to the provincial Healthy Smiles Ontario program. In addition, public health units must provide preventive services (scaling, sealants and fluoride), follow-up, health promotion and policy/advocacy. These activities are for children and youth, 0 to 17 years old, and can be accessed through centrally located fixed clinics as well as portable and mobile clinics within the school setting. This model eliminates the need for parents to take time off work for an appointment and creates a favorable and supportive environment for children and youth receiving services. In 2016, Peel Public Health screened over 70,000 children and youth and provided preventive services to over 4,000 children, based on needs. A summary of the number of children receiving an oral health screening and preventive services over time is provided in Table 1. Table 1. Number of children receiving an oral health screening and preventive services in Peel from 2012-2016 2012 2013 2014 2015* 2016 Screening 46,910 62,508 62,429 51,297 74,705 Preventive services 4,534 3,971 3,951 3,359 4,476 *Labour disruption in the Peel District School Board limited opportunity for school-based oral health screening in 2015. Having good oral health care and access to oral health services is imperative for early childhood development and plays an important part in improving population health and reducing poverty. - 4 -
7.1-5 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT b) Adults After the age of 17, options to access dental care are limited. The Ministry of Community and Social Services offers limited emergency dental services to adults on Ontario Works. Although all regions in Ontario must deliver this program, benefits are discretionary and vary by region. Some regions offer local programs targeted to specific populations such as seniors. For adults on social assistance, in July 2016, Peel Public Health collaborated with Human Services to develop the Smile with Confidence Pilot Adult Dental program to address the oral health needs of Ontario Works clients for whom oral health is a barrier to employment. Approximately 100 clients are being treated through the Wellfort and East Mississauga Community Health Centres. Results of this pilot will be reported to Council when the evaluation of the pilot has been completed later this year. c) Seniors In Peel, the Seniors Dental Program was established in 2008 by Regional Council and provides eligible low income residents with a one-time course of treatment in order to restore healthy dental function. Since inception, approximately 9,538 clients have received services through the program and it has been well received in the community. In 2016, 884 clients received access to dental services through the program. In May 2014, Regional Council adopted the recommendation put forth by the Aging Population Term of Council Priority Steering Committee to evaluate the Seniors Dental Program. The results of this evaluation will be presented to Council this Spring. 5. Future Direction Peel s Oral Health Status Report 2016 highlights that oral disease and access to timely care remains a concern for Peel residents. While many oral diseases can be prevented, many residents in Peel continue to experience negative impacts of poor oral health on their overall health and well-being. Peel Public Health will continue to be guided by a comprehensive oral health approach, including population, community and individual level interventions to improve oral health of the population. Specific areas of focus include: a) Ongoing Monitoring and Surveillance of the Oral Health Status of Peel s Residents A review of existing oral health data has identified gaps in available information, specifically for adults and seniors. Most existing data is collected through local programming such as school screening processes or through existing local/provincial surveys. Access to complete, relevant and timely data is necessary to ensure the effectiveness of Peel Public Health s programs and initiatives. Peel Public Health will look to partner with research institutions, healthcare providers and other agencies to support improved access to local oral health data. - 5 -
7.1-6 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT b) Enhancement of Regional Oral Health Programming To continue improving and protecting the oral health of Peel s residents and to meet the demands of the growing population, on October 27, 2016, Regional Council (Resolution 2016-817) approved the reinvestment ($1.375 million) of the Regional contribution for dental treatment fee administration into oral health programming. This reinvestment includes 11 FTEs and other supports to deliver enhanced services, including expanded screening for high-risk schools, enhanced service delivery to improve access in the community and expanding reach and services for children and youth beyond the 4 to 13 age group. Of note, enhanced screening (additional 20,000 children screened) will ensure that eligible children and youth in Peel have access to the Healthy Smiles Ontario program which is 100 per cent provincially funded. To ensure maximum program reach, Peel Public Health will use a variety of service delivery models (including a new year-round mobile dental clinic) and will work closely with existing and new community partners, while also continuing to improve processes and service delivery efficiencies by leveraging technology, such as the use of parent notification services to alert parents about upcoming school screenings. c) Continued Advocacy for Improved Access to Oral Health Care Services Across the Life Span Although oral diseases can be controlled through regular dental visits, the low rates of insurance amongst priority populations continue to hinder access to care. This is particularly evident for groups such as recent immigrants, seniors and those with low incomes. Peel Public Health will continue to advocate for an expansion of current publicly funded programs to include those priority populations. Any outcomes from deliberations of the Community Water Fluoridation Committee may have implications for the future delivery of dental health programs and services in Peel. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Region of Peel has a planned investment of $9,630,497 for oral health programs and services in 2017. This includes $4,697,700 under the Healthy Smiles Ontario (HSO) program that is 100 per cent funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC), $3,629,184 for Oral Health programs within the mandatory programs (75 per cent funded by the MOHLTC) and $1,303,613 for the Seniors Dental Program (100 per cent Regional tax levy). - 6 -
7.1-7 2016 PEEL ORAL HEALTH STATUS REPORT CONCLUSION The burden of oral disease and limited access to care continue to have a significant impact on the well-being of priority populations. Peel Public Health will continue to engage with community partners and stakeholders to monitor and promote oral health, expand the reach of existing local and provincial programs to meet the needs of residents and advocate for improved access to care for priority populations. Nancy Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services Eileen de Villa, MD MBA MHSc CCFP FRCPC, Medical Officer of Health Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer For further information regarding this report, please contact Olha Dobush, Director, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention Ext. 2617. Authored By: Paul Sharma and Faahim Rashid Reviewed in workflow by: Financial Support Unit - 7 -
7.2-1 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL HEALTH SYSTEM INTEGRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES HSIC - 1/2017 The Region of Peel Health System Integration Committee met on January 19, 2017 at 9:32 a.m., in the Regional Council Chambers, 5th Floor, Regional Administrative Headquarters 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton, ON. Members Present: Members Absent: A. Groves*; E. Moore; C. Parrish; P. Saito; B. Shaughnessy F. Dale due to personal matters; M. Palleschi due to personal matters Advisory Members Present: C. Brereton, CEO, Mississauga Halton Central West CCAC; S. Kerr, Associate Vice President, Trillium Health Partners (designate for M. DiEmanuele); J. Flewwelling, Interim Chief Executive Officer, William Osler Health System; R. Varga, Vice President of Corporate Services, Central West CCAC (designate for C. Hecimovich); L. Fernandes, Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Director, Health System Development, Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) (designate for B. McLeod); Kim Delahunt, Senior Director, Health System Integration, Central West LHIN (designate for S. McLeod) Advisory Members Absent: M. DiEmanuele, President and CEO, Trillium Health Partners; C. Hecimovich, CEO, Central West CCAC; B. MacLeod, CEO, Mississauga Halton LHIN, S. McLeod, CEO, Central West LHIN Also Present: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer; N. Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services; Dr. E. de Villa, Medical Officer of Health; J. Smith, Commissioner of Public Works; L. Graham- Watson, Commissioner of Corporate Services; D. Bingham, Acting Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer; J. Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services; K. Lockyer, Regional Clerk; V. Montesdeoca, Committee Clerk; M. Sodiya, Acting Legislative Assistant; Councillor P. Saito presided. 1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Nil * See text for arrivals See text for departures
7.2-2 HSIC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 Councillor Groves arrived at 9:34 a.m. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RECOMMENDATION HSIC-1-2017: That the agenda for the January 19, 2017, Health System Integration Committee meeting include an additional item regarding the sharing of information with Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), to be dealt with under Other Business Item 7.1; And further, that the agenda for the January 19, 2017, Health System Integration Committee meeting be approved, as amended. 3. DELEGATIONS 3.1. Robert Varga, Vice President of Corporate Services, Central West Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) and Caroline Brereton, CEO, Mississauga Halton CCAC, Providing an Overview of the Challenges and Opportunities Facing the Home and Community Care Sector Received Robert Varga, Vice President of Corporate Services, Central West Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) and Caroline Brereton, CEO, Mississauga Halton CCAC provided an overview of the challenges and opportunities being experienced in the home and community care sector. Robert Varga and Caroline Brereton first summarized CCAC services and described the current context for both the Mississauga Halton and Central West CCACs as it relates to changing patient needs, and the recently passed Patients First Act which expands the role of the Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) to include home and community care delivery. Continued underfunding was highlighted as a key challenge for both CCACs. Rapid growth, and an aging population and lack of hospital and long term care beds are increasing the demand for care and service while funding is not keeping pace with these demands. Robert Varga provided an example from the Central West CCAC where per patient funding is $650 less than the provincial average and the wait list for personal support services has increased over 40 per cent in the last year. Further, as patients remain on the wait list they develop more high-risk complex conditions, creating additional pressures. The presenters thanked Regional Council for their support and requested continued support advocating for funding equity. The presentation also focused on increased coordination and partnership as opportunities to improve home and community care. Robert Varga spoke to ongoing partnerships between the Central West CCAC and primary care providers to enhance back office efficiency and implement innovative models for clinical care, such as the Hospital to Home program. Caroline Brereton also highlighted Mississauga Halton CCAC s revised care coordination program which -2-
7.2-3 HSIC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 is focused on neighbourhood level coordination and leveraging existing community resources to build continuity of care and improve patient experiences. In response to a question raised by Councillor Groves on what is being done to assist youth with mental health issues, Robert Varga provided information regarding the Mental Health and Addictions Nurses Program, a program where nurses are placed in schools to help students with mental health and addiction challenges reintegrate within the school and community. He also stated that the CCAC has strong linkages with the Canadian Mental Health Association who can help leverage other partnerships. In response to a question posed by Councillor Groves regarding assistance for families that cannot afford counselling services for their youth, Caroline Brereton stated this was one of the gaps in the mental health and addictions system. She noted that family physicians were also struggling with this issue and were turning to the CCACs to provide children and youth with a point of access into the system. Caroline Brereton stated that the CCACs can assist with coordination; however there is a lack of skilled psychologists, psychiatrists and outreach professionals that they can refer to. She emphasized the need to continue to advocate for more clinical supports for children and youth with mental health challenges, but also highlighted ongoing efforts to address youth homelessness in Peel as important to address mental health. Joanne Flewwelling, Interim Chief Executive Officer, William Osler Health System, acknowledged the important partnership that exists between acute care and community care. She noted that William Osler currently had 180 unfunded beds that were currently being used to address the capacity issue and that Brampton Civic Hospital had reached an all-time surge record of 764 ambulance off-loads during a one week period, an equivalent of 109 ambulances per day. Joanne Flewwelling advised that staff from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care will be visiting William Osler and Trillium to experience ongoing system pressures first hand. Councillor Parrish stated that the Fair Share for Peel initiative has been in existence since the 1990s with little progress. She commented that politicians only showed an interest during election time and suggested there is a perception that the problems were limited to the City of Toronto and that the 905 area is consistently overlooked. Councillor Parrish stated that 17 per cent of Mississauga residents live under the poverty line and that the school boards and libraries are among those underfunded. She stressed that all the 905 regions need to get together to add pressure during the upcoming election. Committee members agreed that a stronger, more forceful approach to the broader underfunding issue is required. They also noted that local Members of Provincial Parliament need to be made aware of the issues affecting the community they represent. Consensus was reached to plan a conference with other regions in the 905 area to review the issue of chronic underfunding, however, members questioned whether this might be an undertaking for the Government Relations Committee. After some debate on who would lead the planning for such a conference, members suggested that the recommendation, in principle, be presented to Regional Council at which point a decision be made on how this undertaking would be carried out. RECOMMENDATION HSIC-2-2017: Whereas chronic underfunding for the 905 regions in the Province of Ontario has been evident for more than 25 years; -3-
7.2-4 HSIC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 And whereas despite advocacy by Fair Share for Peel, partner organizations including the health sector, the school boards, United Way, and a broad spectrum of social service organizations have been consistently underfunded on a per capita basis; And whereas property taxes a regressive form of taxation become overburdened as the gap continues to grow between funding for urban centres, like Toronto and Ottawa, and the 905; Therefore be it resolved that all 905 municipalities, including municipal and educational boards, be invited to participate in a Region of Peel organized one or two day conference to discuss the chronic underfunding and to prepare a strategy for approaching the senior levels of government, to advocate for fair funding which could be utilized in relation to the provincial election in 2018. 3.2. Sue Ritchie, Manager Strategic Partnerships, Region of Peel and System Management and Christine Pacini, Partner, SHS Consulting, Regarding Supportive Housing Demand and Supply Analysis and Action Plan See also Reports Item 4.3 Received Sue Ritchie, Manager, Strategic Partnerships, Region of Peel and Christine Pacini, Partner SHS Consulting provided an overview of the supportive housing initiatives in the Region of Peel. The results of the Supportive Housing Demand and Supply Analysis and Action Plan report revealed that more supportive housing units are urgently needed in the Region of Peel. Through the formation of a Peel Supportive Housing Roundtable an action plan has been established. Collaboration between all levels of government is essential and the Region of Peel is advocating to the Federal and Provincial governments for additional funding. In response to questions by Councillor Parrish, Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services responded that there was $210 million in the total budget for housing, with the Regional share being $123 million. Item Related to Reports Item 4.3 was dealt with. 4.3. Supportive Housing Demand and Supply Analysis and Action Plan See also Delegations Item 3.2 Received 4. REPORTS 4.1. The Patients First Act: New Legislation that Enacts Health System Reform A Region of Peel Perspective Received -4-
7.2-5 HSIC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 4.2. Overview of Community Care and Housing Services in Peel A Region of Peel Perspective Received 4.3. Supportive Housing Demand and Supply Analysis and Action Plan This item was dealt with earlier in the meeting Item 4.5 was dealt with. 4.5. Community Support Services Funding RECOMMENDATION HSIC-3-2017: That the Region of Peel convert the temporary 13.0 FTE to permanent in 2017 to provide the enhanced and expanded Adult Day Services; And further, that Peel continues to advocate to address historical funding inequities in the home and community care sector. 4.4. Seniors Health and Wellness Village at Peel Manor Project Update Presentation by Stella Danos-Papaconstantinou, Director, Seniors Services Development RECOMMENDATION HSIC-4-2017: Received That the policy recommendations outlined in section 2 of the report of the Commissioner of Health Services titled Seniors Health and Wellness Village at Peel Manor Project Update, be approved in principle; And further, that Council advocate to the Province to obtain funding through the Ministry s Enhanced Long Term Care (LTC) Home Renewal Strategy to support the redevelopment of the Seniors Health and Wellness Village at Peel Manor. Stella Danos-Papaconstantinou, Director, Seniors Services Development provided an update on the Peel Manor project which includes a new concept site and a continuum of services for older persons as part of the future Seniors Health and Wellness Village. She requested approval in principle of the recommendations outlined in Section 2.2 of the report and further requested Regional Council s support in advocating to the Provincial government to obtain funding through the Ministry s Enhanced Renewal Strategy that will support the redevelopment of the Seniors Health and Wellness Village. An update will be brought back to Council in the second quarter of 2017. Councillor Moore commended Region of Peel staff for the way it mitigated the concerns raised by members of the community and for maximizing the services for the community. -5-
7.2-6 HSIC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 In response to a question posed by Councillor Groves, Stella Danos-Papaconstantinou stated that the Region of Peel is working together with Central West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) to pilot a program for the Peel Manor community that will support seniors including proper nutrition and medication management. 4.5. Community Support Services Funding This item was dealt with earlier in meeting 5. COMMUNICATIONS Nil 6. IN CAMERA MATTERS Nil 7. OTHER BUSINESS 7.1 Sharing of Information with MPs and MPPs (Oral) Councillor Saito requested that all Peel Members of Parliament (MPs) and Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) be provided with a description of the Health System Integration Committee (HSIC) and its membership, as well as, a copy of all previous reports and minutes. She further stated that this be the practice moving forward. 8. NEXT MEETING Thursday, April 20, 2017, 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Regional Council Chamber, 5th Floor Regional Administrative Headquarters 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A Brampton, Ontario 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m. -6-
7.3-1 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL COMMUNITY WATER FLUORIDATION COMMITTEE MINUTES CWFC - 1/2017 The Region of Peel Community Water Fluoridation Committee met on February 2, 2017 at 1:04 p.m., in the Regional Council Chamber, 5th Floor, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton. Members Present: J. Downey; A. Groves; M. Palleschi; C. Parrish; K. Ras; J. Sprovieri; J. Tovey Also Present: Members Absent: Also Present: B. Crombie F. Dale, due to a personal matter D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer; N. Polsinelli, Commissioner of Health Services; Dr. E. de Villa, Medical Officer of Health; J. Smith, Commissioner of Public Works; P. O Connor, Regional Solicitor; A. Macintyre, Acting Regional Clerk; V. Montesdeoca, Committee Clerk; M. Sodiya, Legislative Assistant Chaired by Councillor C. Parrish. 1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Nil 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA RECOMMENDATION CWFC-1-2017: That the agenda for the February 2, 2017, Community Water Fluoridation Committee (CWFC) meeting include an In Camera item addressing Committee Member Questions, to be dealt with under In Camera Matters Item 6.1; And further, that the agenda for the February 2, 2017 CWFC meeting be approved, as amended. * See text for arrivals See text for departures
7.3-2 CWFC 1/2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 3. DELEGATIONS 3.1. Dr. Raymond Ray, Retired Biochemist and Nuclear Physicist and Liesa Cianchino, on Behalf of Concerned Residents of Peel, Presenting Information in Opposition to Fluoridation Received Dr. Ray, Retired Biochemist and Nuclear Physicist provided a brief background of his profession as a biochemist and nuclear physicist which included work in the nuclear industry. Liesa Cianchino, on Behalf of Concerned Residents of Peel, presented on Dr. Ray s behalf and provided an overview of Dr. Ray s position on the negative effects of fluoridation and Hydrofluorosilicic Acid (HFSA) exposure, including a correlation to cardio-vascular disease and increased cancer rates, the leading cause of death in Canada. Liesa Cianchino stated that citizens have the right to choose what to put into their bodies and questioned why there are no studies to prove the safety and efficacy of HFSA. In response to a question by Councillor Sprovieri, Dr. Ray stated that there is a difference between calcium fluoride found in nature and fluoride found in HFSA and that the fluoride or HFSA that is added to community water is not a natural product. Dr. Ray stated that HFSA is an acid and not fluoride and that calcium fluoride in small amounts is beneficial to a person s body but not HFSA. In response to a question by Councillor Groves, Dr. Ray responded that he believes that due to product marketing, there is a general impression that fluoride is beneficial and is therefore found in many products, making it impossible to control, however, adding it to community water is something that can be controlled. Councillor Tovey raised the importance of regulation related to advertising and the depiction of the amount of toothpaste that is appropriate for use. In response to a question by Councillor Tovey, Liesa Cianchino responded that it is difficult to determine the factors affecting the higher cancer rates in Sweden where the water is not fluoridated compared to India, where the community water is fluoridated. 4. REPORTS 4.1. Addressing Committee Member Questions (Oral) Presentation by Dr. Eileen de Villa, Medical Officer of Health Received Dr. Eileen de Villa, Medical Officer of Health highlighted the document which contained answers to questions posed by Committee and Council Members at previous CWFC and Council meetings. She pointed out that more than seventy years have transpired since the start of water fluoridation and that there is extensive evidence and practice which help inform recommendations made to the Community Water Fluoridation Committee (CWFC). These recommendations will continue to promote the health of the population. In response to questions by Councillor Sprovieri, Dr. de Villa clarified that Health Canada, in its -2-
7.3-3 CWFC 1/2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 capacity to protect the health of Canadians, assesses the health risks, including toxicology, associated with fluoride in drinking water. She also noted that the fluoride additive purchased by the Region is certified to NSF ANSI Standard 60, a third party certification process, and stated that, by regulation, the product can be used in the water supply because this standard has been met. Jeff Hennings, Manager of Water Treatment, Capital Works section, provided further details regarding the NSF certification process. Councillor Sprovieri requested to see a copy of the certification which would indicate if NSF has evaluated health effects as recommended by Health Canada. Councillor Palleschi inquired if water treatment additives were analyzed for potential impurities such as arsenic, lead and mercury before being added to the water supply. Jeff Hennings stated that NSF examines the trace contaminants as well as the HFSA and further explained that every delivery of fluoride has a certificate of analysis which contains the NSF symbol, and certified NSF ANSI 60. He stated that the Ontario Clean Water Agency procures all the chemicals used in water treatment plants. In response to a question by Councillor Palleschi, Jeff Hennings clarified that Peel s drinking water is tested at the treatment plant and at different points throughout the system, mainly for chlorine. In response to a question by Councillor Downey regarding what would be the costs to the Region of Peel to provide dental care to every child in the Region as well as any other related costs should fluoride be removed from the water system, Dr. de Villa responded that alternatives to community water fluoridation will be presented more thoroughly at the February 23, 2017 CWFC meeting and the estimated costs for the most wide-ranging scenario would be in the $100,000,000 range. Councillor Parrish requested data, previously reported to the Committee, regarding dental health in other parts of the world, be re-circulated to Committee members. In response to questions by Councillor Parrish, Jeff Hennings responded that there was no change in the concentration of fluoride as it travels through the water system than from the treatment plant. Dr. de Villa stated that the City of Toronto and the Region of Durham use a fluoride additive derived from calcium fluoride. Jeff Hennings further described how HFSA is produced and explained that other jurisdictions use similar amounts of fluoride additive concentrations. Councillor Groves departed at 2:33 p.m. Members of the Committee agreed on the importance of consulting with the public regarding the fluoridation of community water, however, questioned how many members of the public have expressed concern as Councillors stated that they were not receiving many calls or e-mails regarding the issue. Councillor Palleschi presented the following motions: RECOMMENDATION CWFC-2-2017: Whereas the practice of water fluoridation, and specifically the use of HFSA, in Peel has become a complex and contentious issue with longterm implications for public health in our communities; -3-
7.3-4 CWFC 1/2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 And whereas, the scientific community and health protection organizations have taken widely divergent positions on the benefits and risks of using HFSA in water fluoridation; And whereas, the federal and provincial governments have not provided leadership on this matter but instead downloaded the responsibility for its administration to municipal governments that do not have the expertise or resources to interpret conflicting data regarding the efficacy of HFSA in water fluoridation treatments; Therefore be it resolved, that the Region of Peel host a series of public consultations to further engage and seek input from the three local municipalities regarding the risks and benefits of adding a fluoridation agent in water treatment in Peel. RECOMMENDATION CWFC-3-2017: Whereas the practice of water fluoridation, and specifically the use of HFSA, in Peel has become a complex and contentious issue with longterm implications for public health in our communities; And whereas, the scientific community and health protection organizations have taken widely divergent positions on the benefits and risks of using HFSA in water fluoridation; And whereas, the minister has indicated that fluoride is essential for oral health; And whereas, the federal and provincial governments have not provided leadership on this matter but instead downloaded the responsibility for its administration to municipal governments that do not have the expertise or resources to interpret conflicting data regarding the efficacy of HFSA in water fluoridation treatments; Therefore be it resolved, that the Province of Ontario be requested to: 1. Undertake the appropriate and comprehensive toxicity testing necessary to ensure the public that the use HFSA in water fluoridation treatments is safe; and/or 2. Take legislative responsibility for the regulation and administration of HFSA in water fluoridation treatments across the province relieving local governments from what is essentially a provincial responsibility. And further, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to all Peel area MPPs and MPs. Committee members agreed on the importance for the Provincial government to take on a more proactive and authoritative role regarding community water fluoridation. -4-
7.3-5 CWFC 1/2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 RECOMMENDATION CWFC-4-2017: That in accordance with Procedural By-law 100-2012, as amended, Section III-2(m), be waived in order that the February 2, 2017 Community Water Fluoridation Committee meeting continue past 3:30 p.m. 4.2. Oral Health Program Reinvestment (Oral) Received Item 6.1 - In Camera Matters was dealt with. 6. IN CAMERA MATTERS At 3:33 p.m., in accordance with section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, the following motion was placed: RECOMMENDATION CWFC 5-2017: That the Community Water Fluoridation Committee proceed In Camera to consider the following: Additional Item: Addressing Committee Member Questions (Oral) (Advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose) RECOMMENDATION CWFC-6-2017: That Committee proceed out of In Camera. The Committee moved out of closed session at 3:49 p.m. 5. COMMUNICATIONS 5.1. Kevin Montgomery, Brampton Resident, E-mail dated December 6, 2016, Supporting Water Fluoridation Received 5.2. Citation: National Research Council: 2006; Fluoride in Drinking Water: A Scientific Review of EPA's Standards; Washington, DC: The National Academies Press; doi 10.1722611571 Received -5-
7.3-6 CWFC 1/2017 Thursday, February 2, 2017 6. IN CAMERA MATTERS Additional Item 6.1 6.1 Addressing Committee Member Questions (Oral) (Advice that is subject to solicitorclient privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose) This item was dealt with earlier in the meeting 7. OTHER BUSINESS 7.1. Motion from Councillor Sprovieri Regarding Outstanding Information on Community Water Fluoridation Received 8. NEXT MEETING The next meeting of the Community Water Fluoridation Committee is scheduled for Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 8:30 a.m., Regional Administrative Headquarters, Council Chamber, 5th floor, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton, ON. Please forward regrets to Curtiss Law, Committee Clerk, (905) 791-7800, extension 4330 or at curtiss.law@peelregion.ca. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 3:51 p.m. -6-
Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Office of the Minister 10 th Floor, Hepburn Block 80 Grosvenor Street Toronto ON M7A 2C4 Tel. 416 327-4300 Fax 416 326-1571 www.ontario.ca/health Ministère de la Santé et des Soins de longue durée Bureau du ministre Édifice Hepburn, 10 e étage 80, rue Grosvenor Toronto ON M7A 2C4 Tél. 416 327-4300 Téléc. 416 326-1571 www.ontario.ca/sante 8.1-1 January 18, 2017 Dear Colleague, I am pleased to announce the establishment of a Public Health Expert Panel to advise on structural and organizational factors that will improve the integration of population and public health into the health system, deepen the partnerships between local boards of health and LHINs, and improve public health capacity and delivery within a transformed and integrated health system. The Patients First: Action Plan for Health Care, December 2015, and the Patients First: Reporting Back on the Proposal to Strengthen Patient-Centred Health Care in Ontario, June 2016, made commitments to engage with our indigenous partners and to four key proposals intended to reduce gaps and strengthen patient-centred care in Ontario. These proposals included strengthening connections between population and public health and the rest of our health system, and establishing the expert panel on public health. On December 7, 2016 Ontario passed Bill 41: the Patients First Act, 2016 and we are now moving forward with our commitment to transform and truly integrate our health system, using a population heath and health equity approach to health system planning and delivery across the continuum of care. The panel that has been established includes experts that have been appointed from several sectors (see attached list) and will be chaired by Dr. David Williams, Ontario s Chief Medical Officer of Health. Roselle Martino, Assistant Deputy Minister, Population and Public Health Division, will serve as the ministry s Executive Sponsor. The Expert Panel has been given a mandate to provide their strategic and confidential advice to me by Spring, 2017. The work of the Panel will include a review of various operational models for the integration of public health into the broader health system and the development of options and recommendations that will best align with the principles of health system transformation, enhance relationships between public health, LHINs and other public sector entities and improve public health capacity and delivery. I look forward to the continued participation of the public health sector in our system transformation and working with you to ensure that population and public health expertise is used to build a better health system that serves the needs of all Ontarians. 1671-01 (03/04) 7530-4658
Yours sincerely, 8.1-2 Dr. Eric Hoskins Minister c: Dr. Robert Bell, Deputy Minister Dr. David C. Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health Roselle Martino, Assistant Deputy Minister, Population and Public Health Division 1671-01 (03/04) 7530-4658
8.1-3 Public Health Expert Panel Chair: Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health Executive Sponsor: Roselle Martino, Assistant Deputy Minister, Population and Public Health Division, MOHLTC Members: Dr. Laura Rosella, University of Toronto Solomon Mamakwa, Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority, Health Advisor for NAN Susan Fitzpatrick, Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) Carol Timmings, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, Toronto Public Health Dr. Valerie Jaeger, Niagara Region Public Health Unit, alpha Dr. Nicola Mercer, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health Unit Gary McNamara, Mayor of the Town of Tecumseh, Association of Municipalities of Ontario Dr. Jeffrey Turnbull, The Ottawa Hospital, Health Quality Ontario 1671-01 (03/04) 7530-4658
8.1-4 Minister s Expert Panel on Public Health Mandate The main objective of the Expert Panel is to recommend changes to the local public health sector that would support the realization of the Minister s vision for an integrated health sector as outlined in Patients First: A Proposal to Strengthen Patient-Centred Health Care in Ontario. The mandate of the Expert Panel will be to provide advice to the Minister on structural, organizational and governance changes for public health. The work of the Expert Panel will include a review of various operational models for the integration of public health into the broader health system, the development of options and considerations for implementation. As part of its deliberations, the Expert Panel will consider: How the organization and structure of public health can best align with the principles of health system transformation, with a focus on health equity, access, meeting the needs of patients, population-focused and integration at the local level. A clearly defined role for public health units in the broader health system. It will ensure the population health planning and equity expertise and functions of public health are informing needs assessment, planning and resource allocation decisions. The modernization of the Ontario Public Health Standards and the Ontario Public Health Organizational Standards (Standards Modernization) will provide key inputs. Potential opportunities for and impacts of structural, organizational and governance changes to public health units. That funding for public health programs and services is to be protected. The following is an outline of in-scope and out-of-scope considerations for the work of the Expert Panel: In Scope: Recommendations on the structure and organization of Ontario s public health system. Recommendations on governance models within recommended system structure. Relationships between public health and other public sector entities. System-wide public health capacity considerations. Out of Scope: Recommendations on overall structure and organization of health care system. Recommendations on funding and funding models. Definition of the scope of public health programming and services (being addressed through the Standards Modernization process). Capacity considerations at a regional/local or organizational level. Implementation of recommendations.
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9.1-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council For Information DATE: January 31, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services OBJECTIVE To provide Regional Council with an update on the Community Investment Program and the final program allocations for 2016. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS The Community Investment Program (CIP) builds the capacity of Peel s non-profit sector by providing funding in three streams: Sustainability, Organizational Effectiveness, and Collaboration. The CIP is the only source of funding in Peel specifically supporting the core operational needs and internal business practices of non-profit organizations. Agency progress reports demonstrate the positive impact and support this program has provided to the non-profit sector. The final cycles of Organizational Effectiveness and Collaboration Funding have been allocated, thus expending all funds for 2016. DISCUSSION 1. Background The Community Investment Program (CIP) increases the capacity and sustainability of Peel s non-profit sector by providing funding that targets core operations. Established in 2013, the CIP is the only source of funding in Peel that assists non-profit organizations to strengthen their internal business practices, build partnerships, and enhance their organizational infrastructure enabling the delivery of more effective programs and services to Peel residents. The Community Investment Program has three funding streams: i. The Sustainability Fund supports core positions, operational overhead costs, and small capital investments (e.g., administrative positions, utilities, technology upgrades). ii. The Organizational Effectiveness Fund supports the improvement of internal business practices (e.g. strategic planning, board governance, leadership development).
9.1-2 COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE iii. The Collaboration Fund supports the collective planning and implementation of programs and initiatives that innovatively address a defined complex need within the community. On September 8, 2016, Regional Council received a report entitled Community Investment Program 2016 Update which provided final agency allocations for 2015 and 2016 year-todate. A detailed program overview was also provided to the Audit and Risk Committee on October 6, 2016, and at that time staff was asked to provide Regional Council with additional information on the mandate of the funded agencies and a more comprehensive report on agency outcomes and the system level impact of the CIP. 2. 2016 Final Agency Allocations Since last reported, the July and October application cycles for the Organizational Effectiveness and Collaboration Funds have been completed and agency allocations for 2016 have been finalized. The following funds were issued: $201,760 allocated to 11 agencies through the Organizational Effectiveness Fund $544,717 allocated to seven agencies through the Collaboration Fund All CIP funds have been expended for 2016. Refer to Appendix I for further details regarding the 2016 CIP investments and organizational mandates. 3. 2016 Program Audit Results Internal Audit recently completed a program audit, the results of which were presented to the Audit and Risk Committee on May 5, 2016. Program enhancements and efficiencies were recommended including: re-assessment of the program s objective to ensure it aligns with the new strategic direction for the Region, streamlining the agency application and assessment criteria, strengthening the agency contract, and improving monitoring processes. Management has developed action plans and refined the agreements to address the observations noted in the audit including distinguishing between salary costs that are funded through CIP to deliver value in programming and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the functioning of the organization, as compared to human resources related expenses funded by the agencies. 4. 2017 Program Updates In addition to the program enhancements recommended by Internal Audit, ongoing program evaluation by staff has provided insight into program improvements. Accordingly, the following program changes will be implemented in 2017: Application dates for funding under the Organizational Effectiveness and Collaboration streams will be reduced from three to two per calendar year. o Currently there are three application deadlines per year March, June, and October. Trends show higher uptake for the spring and fall application periods. o This change will increase the efficiency of the fund review process, allocations and contract management. It will also lead to improvements in financial management and in year expenditure reporting. - 2 -
9.1-3 COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE Concurrent funding for initiatives under the Collaboration Fund will no longer be permitted. o At this time, collaborative partnerships are able to apply and receive additional new funding while still engaged in other work being funded through the same program. To date four collaboratives have received concurrent funding; Peel Parenting Collective, Peel Fund Development Collaborative, Brampton Springdale Network, Peel Newcomer Strategy Group. o Reducing the frequency of application dates will increase accountability by ensuring that agencies report on the status of program outcomes, prior to any further funds being issued. It will also improve contract management from an administrative standpoint. o Applicants will continue to be eligible to receive up to two years funding for one contract until project completion. Applicants for Small Capital Funding will no longer be required to submit applications through the Sustainability Fund, but will have their own standalone application process. o Separating the application process for Small Capital investments from the Sustainability Fund will improve program management ensuring a dedicated allocation is available for Small Capital. In addition, the application process will be simpler for non-profit agencies. Review the CIP as it relates to supporting the development and sustainability of community hubs as a response to community need. o The CIP currently supports the ongoing operation of several community hub models through the Collaboration Fund. o As we continue to develop our Community Hub Strategy the Region will examine how CIP should be used to support community hubs based on the principles defined with in the strategy. 5. Agency Progress Reporting As Peel does not fund specific programs, we cannot take credit for direct program and client outcomes. As an investor in organizational capacity, however, the Region can be acknowledged for creating value and stability through overall system level impact. All funded agencies are required to enter into a contract, report annually on expenditures and outcomes, and provide verification that funding has been used appropriately. Semiannual progress reports are submitted to the Region by the funded agencies, enabling tracking of the impact of the CIP investments. Increases in organizational capacity are measured through Peel s performance measurement framework. This data supports the principle that investing in the core operations of the non-profit sector has a positive impact on the entire human services system. Agencies have shared that they have been successful in securing additional program funding, defining a clear strategic direction, and using a partnership approach to address system level challenges. Please refer to Appendix II for a summary of CIP outcomes and Appendix III for maps illustrating the geographical reach of non-profit agencies receiving CIP funding. - 3 -
9.1-4 COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM UPDATE FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial implications to the Region of Peel net budget. CONCLUSION By providing investments focused on core operational needs, strategic management, and stronger partnerships, the Community Investment Program is building the capacity of Peel s non-profit sector. By strengthening the capacity of the broader service system network of community agencies, the Region is facilitating the growth of stronger, more sustainable organizations that can deliver programs to support the complex needs of our residents. Janice Sheehy, Commissioner of Human Services Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDICES Appendix I 2016 CIP Allocations Appendix II Summary of CIP Outcomes Appendix III System Map of Non-Profit Agencies Receiving CIP Funding For further information regarding this report, please contact Sonia Pace, Director, Community Partnerships, ext. 3807, sonia.pace@peelregion.ca. Authored By: Beth Storti - 4 -
Appendix I Community Investment Program Update 9.1-5 2016 Community Investment Program Allocations Sustainability Fund Investments Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus African Community Services of Peel Albion Hills Community Farm and Learning Centre Applewood Centre for Adult Learning Bereaved Families Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel Boys & Girls Club of Peel Brampton Multicultural Centre BridgeWay Family Centre Caledon Community Services Caledon Dufferin Victim Services Caledon Meals on Wheels Caledon Parent Child Centre $90,180 $51,000 $58,600 Community based organization providing settlement and integration services and programs to facilitate early settlement of newcomers to Peel and the surrounding areas A non-profit farm that advances the understanding of local food and sustainable agriculture practices through farming, education, conservation and community partnerships Serves adults with a wide range of intellectual and physical disabilities. A structured program of activities is planned around social stimulation, fitness and life skills, music and recreation, fostering independence, personal growth and social development $64,009 Self-help non-profit organization dedicated to assisting families who have lost a loved one through death $70,000 Provides mentoring programs to help promote the healthy development of children and youth (6-17yrs) in Peel Region. $99,960 $39,847 $47,040 $83,802 Provides a safe, supportive place where children and youth can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, build positive relationships and develop confidence and skills for life. Neighbourhood multi-service agency that provides services to the most vulnerable individuals and families through drop-in or phone service A family resource agency, whose main objectives are to support and strengthen families from the prenatal period to 6 years, to provide a valuable early foundation for lifelong learning and success A multi-service, community-impact organization that addresses the health, employment, training, small business development, specialized transportation, newcomer and social service needs of residents and businesses in Caledon and surrounding communities. $42,635 Provides support for individuals affected by crime and tragic circumstance that is victim centred and culturally competent $101,199 $109,366 Volunteer-driven agency provides meal services as well as health and wellness programs to residents living in the Town of Caledon and Orangeville area A non-profit community service organization that provides support, resources, and education that strengthen families and promote the optimal development of children. Parents and caregivers with young children can access a wide variety of free parenting and child development programs and family support services. Page 1
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-6 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin Child Development Resource Connection Peel Community Environment Alliance of Peel Inc. Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Drop-In Centre Elder Help Peel Elizabeth Fry Society Of Peel- Halton Epilepsy Halton Peel Hamilton Erin Mills Youth Centre $88,250 Multi-service counselling agency providing services in the Region of Peel. Agency services are available to individuals who are struggling with problems such as depression, anxiety, grief and other life stressors; families who are experiencing marital difficulties, parent-child conflict, developmental transitions and cultural adjustments $41,172 Connects community and practitioners with the information, resources, training and services that promote quality family life. $100,000 $87,439 $116,057 $102,228 $144,400 $120,327 Serves those who are less privileged and or disadvantaged to ensure that they are able to access equal opportunity to better their lives in a healthy and sustainable environment Multiservice organization offering a wide range of social and recreational services to meet the needs of the Dixie Bloor community and surrounding areas Information, education and supportive services through group work and community development to diverse elderly persons (55+), who live in the Region of Peel and who desire to become and/or to maintain their self-sufficiency and independence A community-based organization to provide professional and accountable services in the field of criminal justice. The Agency is also a strong proponent within the Peel-Halton Region for the reasonable, appropriate and non-discriminatory delivery of programs and services to women, men and youth who are or may be at risk of coming into conflict with the law and who are marginalized due to such. Improving the quality of life for people living with epilepsy (seizure disorder) and their families. Also to work to increase public awareness via outreach, individual/family counselling and by working with select forums, and community partners such as local medical professionals serving those with seizure disorders, health fairs, hospitals, community events and other non-profit organizations Supports and empowers youth to advocate for themselves and their community in order to create a brighter future. Offers breakfast, after school and school break programs. Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere $82,465 Offers support to families, caregivers, friends, advocates and support personnel where there are any mental illness concerns present Page 2
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-7 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus Family Services of Peel $80,000 Provides individual, family and group counselling as basic services through casework and other relevant methods. Provides relevant services which enrich individual, family and community life, such as camps and holiday centres for groups with special needs. Provides directly, or in collaboration with other community groups, services or programs of an educational nature aimed at the prevention of family distress. Family Transition Place $62,000 Offers safety, support and hope to women and their children who experience trauma due to abuse, sexual violence, addictions or homelessness. Provides emergency shelter, second stage housing (6 months to a year), transitional and legal support, clinical community counselling (sexual assault counselling for both women and men) and an extensive youth education program delivering skill building and attitude changing 8 week programs in schools throughout Caledon and Dufferin. Free for All Foundation Global 180 Student Communications Grace Place Community Resource Centre Heart Touching Heart Ministries India Rainbow Community Services of Peel John Howard Society of Peel Halton- Dufferin $48,749 $69,840 Provides accessibility, affordability and availability solutions for meaningful yet comprehensive fun filled initiatives for youth at risk Influences youth to discover purpose, positively influencing their character and personal choices while becoming a productive citizen in their community $65,920 Provides and maintains program and meeting space for people and organizations $78,384 $60,000 $77,719 A safe community for youth and young moms offering love, respect and dignity for all. We develop, assist and mentor youth and young moms along the journey towards reaching their full potential. Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services to the Peel immigrant community, enabling integration and supporting their settlement, social services, health, and educational needs Community organization to prevent crime through research, community education and promotion of systemic change and restorative services to individuals Knights Table $174,987 Provides meals and food services to the needy and those affected by poverty in the Peel Region Page 3
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-8 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region $126,900 Assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports clients in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities Malton Neighbourhood Services $100,000 A non-profit, charitable organization that has provided settlement and community support services MIAG Centre for Diverse Women & Families $97,968 A non-profit charitable community based organization that strives to address community needs and identify gaps in service delivery, and to ensure the active participation of diverse communities including women, youth, and seniors in society Nexus Youth Services $84,094 A place where young people can get information on community resources, take part in a variety of drop in recreational activities, or receive counselling and one-to-one support on a number of issues. NYC also provides services and programs including: internet access; resume/job search assistance; recreational activities; social support and skill development groups, and volunteer opportunities. Peel Children s Aid Foundation $37,500 Dedicated to improving the lives of abused, neglected and at-risk children and youth and disadvantaged families, in Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon who are under the supervision of Peel Children s Aid. Peel Family Education Centre $114,400 Provides community based, parent-to-parent education, support and training through parent discussion groups, workshops and presentations. Presentations/workshops are available to community organizations Peel HIV/AIDS Network $67,351 Works with marginalized populations in Peel to reduce risks and vulnerabilities associated with acquiring HIV as well as the impacts of living with HIV disease. Applying social determinants/social justice and community development frameworks, and in collaboration with the broader human and health services community, PHAN seeks to address basic needs such as housing, employment, social integration, mental health support and counselling, health information and access to human and health services and supports. Peel Leadership Centre $355,800 Provides and facilitates learning opportunities for non-profit leaders and organizations, through programs, services, resources and events that are local, formal and encourage community engagement Page 4
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-9 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus Peel Multicultural Centre Punjabi Community Health Services Rapport Youth & Family Services Regeneration Outreach Community $91,464 $97,000 $102,500 To enable less advantaged individuals, families and groups in the community to achieve their potential; improve their life chances and build their futures. Core programs and services focus on helping individuals and families who face multiple barriers limiting their full participation in society and the economy transform their lives through education, training, skill building, employment supports, resource identification and a variety of family support programs and services. Provides health and social services to the diverse communities in the Region of Peel and surrounding areas. PCHS provides addictions, mental health, seniors, settlement, domestic violence, parenting services to the community. Provides free confidential counselling services to children and youth up to the age of 21 and their families, who are experiencing personal, social or family problems $115,944 Serving those who are homeless, at risk of homelessness and those living in extreme poverty Safe City Mississauga $82,286 Helps the community prevent crime by increasing awareness through: programs and services that mitigate risk factors associated with criminal behaviour; through information and education events and campaigns; and by providing leadership and community mobilization on the issues related to crime prevention. Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Centre of Peel Sikhs Serving Canada Association $86,985 Works with all persons 12 years of age and older impacted by trauma from clinical and prevention perspective $112,960 Provides safe, nutritious and culturally-appropriate food to low- income families living in Mississauga s L5B and L5C postal codes and the community of Malton Social Planning Council of Peel $29,376 Promotes social justice by facilitating citizen participation in the identification of social issues and in the planning and implementation of collaborative actions to address those issues Spectra Community Services $108,337 A non-profit, charitable organization that currently has 5 telephone-based inbound and outbound support services for the Peel populace, and one online text program. Spectra Helpline provides free, confidential, multilingual and non-judgemental support and referrals for people in crisis/suicidal, people with mental health issues, and for those who are socially and psychologically isolated. Square One Older Adult Centre $58,500 Provides accessible, affordable and appropriate social, recreational, educational and fitness programs for older adults Page 5
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-10 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus The Bridge Prison Ministry The Mississauga Food Bank $99,911 Restorative Justice Ministry whose goal is: to reintegrate offenders back into the community ensuring safety for all provides emotional, spiritual and social support to prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families offers individual and family counselling weekly support groups social functions and retreats throughout the year support for ex-residents and family members $81,673 The central food bank in Mississauga, providing food through their network of 47 member agencies The Regional Diversity Roundtable $73,057 Building diversity, equity and inclusion through trainings, workshops and conferences to local agencies/organizations The Story Garden $85,229 Provides reading clubs and tutoring Victim Services of Peel $73,400 Provides 24/7 support, information and referrals to individuals affected by crime and tragic circumstance that is victim-centred and culturally-competent Vita Manor (Vita Centre) $112,077 A charitable organization dedicated to providing life affirming community support to all pregnant and parenting youth in Peel. Vita Centre takes leadership in promoting awareness and understanding of the impact of (un)planned pregnancy on families and the community Volunteer Mississauga Brampton Caledon $121,289 Promotes and supports volunteerism in an effort to connect all people to meaningful volunteer opportunities Total $4,973,576 Page 6
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-11 Organizational Effectiveness Fund Investments Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus African Community Services of Peel Caledon Community Services Caledon Dufferin Victim Services $11,500 $20,000 Community based organization providing settlement and integration services and programs to facilitate early settlement of newcomers to Peel and the surrounding areas A multi-service, community-impact organization that addresses the health, employment, training, small business development, specialized transportation, newcomer and social service needs of residents and businesses in Caledon and surrounding communities. $5,338 Provides support for individuals affected by crime and tragic circumstance that is victim centred and culturally competent Caledon Meals on Wheels Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin Child Development Resource Connection Peel $19,260 $18,000 Volunteer-driven agency provides meal services as well as health and wellness programs to residents living in the Town of Caledon and Orangeville area Multi-service counselling agency providing services in the Region of Peel. Agency services are available to individuals who are struggling with problems such as depression, anxiety, grief and other life stressors; families who are experiencing marital difficulties, parent-child conflict, developmental transitions and cultural adjustments $15,763 Connects community and practitioners with the information, resources, training and services that promote quality family life. Eden Food for Change $20,679 Main activities: 1. Food collection and distribution to hungry families in western Mississauga including advocacy support involving intake and referrals to client families. 2. Cooking classes and nutrition workshops and employment training provided to clients through the Learning Kitchen. The kitchen also prepares large quantities of healthy meals for distribution through the food bank and is available for use by community groups. 3. Community Engagement opportunities include corporate and volunteer groups participating in food collection activities. Elizabeth Fry Society of Peel- Halton $13,676 A community-based organization is to provide professional and accountable services in the field of criminal justice. The Agency is also a strong proponent within the Peel-Halton Region for the reasonable, appropriate and non-discriminatory delivery of programs and services to women, men and youth who are or may be at risk of coming into conflict with the law and who are marginalized due to such. Grace Place Community Resource Centre $20,100 Provides and maintains program and meeting space for people and organizations Page 7
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-12 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus India Rainbow Community Services of Peel $23,000 Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services to the Peel immigrant community, enabling integration and supporting their settlement, social services, health, and educational needs John Howard Society of Peel Halton Dufferin $10,000 Community organization to prevent crime through research, community education and promotion of systemic change and restorative services to individuals Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region $9,520 Assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports clients in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities Peel Family Education Centre $21,343 Provides community based, parent-to-parent education, support and training through parent discussion groups, workshops and presentations. Presentations/workshops are available to community organizations Peel HIV/AIDS Network $14,400 Works with marginalized populations in Peel to reduce risks and vulnerabilities associated with acquiring HIV as well as the impacts of living with HIV disease. Applying social determinants/social justice and community development frameworks, and in collaboration with the broader human and health services community, PHAN seeks to address basic needs such as housing, employment, social integration, mental health support and counselling, health information and access to human and health services and supports. Peel Senior Link $18,000 Supports for older adults, and adults with disabilities, helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible Punjabi Community Health Services $19,800 Provides health and social services to the diverse communities in the Region of Peel and surrounding areas. PCHS provides addictions, mental health, seniors, settlement, domestic violence, parenting services to the community. Sikhs Serving Canada Association $19,000 Provides safe, nutritious and culturally-appropriate food to low- income families living in Mississauga s L5B and L5C postal codes and the community of Malton Square One Older Adult Centre $13,575 Provides accessible, affordable and appropriate social, recreational, educational and fitness programs for older adults Page 8
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-13 Agency 2016 Investment Agency Mandate/Focus The Bridge Prison Ministry $15,080 Restorative Justice Ministry whose goal is: to reintegrate offenders back into the community ensuring safety for all provides emotional, spiritual and social support to prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families offers individual and family counselling weekly support groups social functions and retreats throughout the year support for ex-residents and family members United Achievers Community Services, Inc. $35,841 A non-profit organization primarily serving the African Caribbean community. UACS is committed to strengthening and enhancing the quality of life of families and individuals by providing culturally sensitive preventive social programs, support, resources. Women's Centre of Peel $5,000 An organization committed to assisting women break isolation, engage in the community, learn new skills, apply their leadership skills and prevent domestic violence through provision of information, training and education; development and delivery of programs and support services. Total $348,875 Page 9
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-14 Collaborative Fund Investments Lead Agency 2016 Investments Collaborative Initiative BridgeWay Family Centre BridgeWay Family Centre Caledon Community Services $42,500 $17,360 $131,747 Peel Region Fund Development Collaborative Phase 1 -To increase each organization s capacity in the area of fund and resource development. A collaborative group of nine organizations from Peel working together in partnership with a consulting team to develop their respective organization's capacity to deliver on their mission, ensure their programs are sustainable and to maintain financial viability in tough economic circumstances. Participating organizations are all registered charities operating in Peel region, representing a mix of sectors, target groups, and sizes, among others. Peel Fund Development Collaborative - Phase 2 - Working to increase each agency s capacity in fund and resource development. There are eight organizations from Peel working together with a consulting team to develop their respective organization's capacity to deliver on their mission, ensure programs are sustainable and maintain financial viability in tough economic circumstances. Using an experiential approach, the organizations are participating in a fund development curriculum; sharing and interacting with other agencies; building and implementing fundraising campaigns; and evaluating success. The Exchange - The Exchange Collaborative consists of 13 organizations who share space, capacity and resources to address community and agency challenges. The goal is to transform agency-centred programs into collective integrated services within each Partner organization, the Exchange and the broader community. This will transform the ways that Caledon s multi-sectoral organizations promote the health and wellness of clients/customers, individual organizations and the broader community. Notable is that it will further increase the capacities of the individual partner organizations while also strengthening the shared Exchange. Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin $129,197 Safe Centre of Peel - The Safe Centre of Peel (SCoP) is a 15 member collaborative where victims of violence and abuse can go to access many of the services they need at a single location. The centre provides a coordinated, integrated and accessible response to survivors of violence and trauma. The collaborative partners include: Victim Services of Peel, Indus Community Services, Catholic Cross- cultural Services, North Peel Dufferin Community Legal Services, Legal Aid Ontario, Peel Children s Aid Society, Peel Regional Police, Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, Family Life Resource Centre, Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse, Trillium Health Partners, and Victim Witness Assistance Program, and Catholic Family Services Peel Dufferin as the lead agency. The Safe Centre of Peel is one of 6 operational Violence Against Women hub models in the province. Canadian Mental Health Association of Peel $50,000 STC Funding There are over 25 Community Partners involved with both the Service Resolution Mechanism (SRM) and the Peel Community Safety Model (PCSM). The PCSM seeks to connect persons with elevated risk to partnering agencies. These meetings occur weekly and are largely attended by frontline staff; whereas, the SRM is more focused on coordinated planning, flexing Agency mandates, and system change in order to meet the need of complex situations. These meetings occur as needed and are largely attended by Managers and Sr. Management. Page 10
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-15 Lead Agency 2016 Investments Collaborative Initiative Catholic Family Services of Peel- Dufferin Elizabeth Fry Society of Peel- Halton $102,493 $39,765 PEAPN: This grant enables PEAPN to retain staffing positions to undertake our collaborative project. The project involves transitioning into a Collective-Impact based organization for seniors in Peel Region. Brampton Alcohol and Addiction Program -The Brampton Alcohol and Addiction Project (BAAP) is to use a collaborative approach to integrate addiction treatment services into the justice system through individual case management. The goal is to better service those individuals in conflict with the law due to addiction and to reduce recidivism of criminal activity due to addition by providing supports for the addiction and removing barriers that enhance addictions. Partners in this collaboration have identified the need, importance, and benefits of working together to achieve these goals. Heart House Hospice $52,260 Children and Youth Grief Network - Provides information, education and resources to informal/formal providers (families, teachers, health care professionals) to help them support children/families who are living with the dying/death of an immediate family member. Interim Place $89,400 Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse Systems Integration of Region of Peel enhanced Gender- based Violence Protocol - There are two deliverables: 1) the enhanced engagement of all Peel's existing VAW community stakeholders and new members to have a coordinated approach to all forms of Violence Against Women through the establishment of a Regional enhanced Gender-Based Violence Protocol Steering committee; 2) a living Regional enhanced Gender-based violence Protocol. John Howard Society $40,000 PATCH 4 - The PATCH collaboration accepts that those who are homeless/at risk of homelessness are known to use a disproportionate amount of acute and social service care in fractured and disconnected ways. PATCH operates in a holistic, wraparound model of coordinated service delivery that is individually responsive and flexible, designed to be preventative and impactful. PATCH is a vehicle to enhance and reinforce inter-agency/business working relationships while changing the face of service provision for the homeless population. Malton Neighbourhood Services $38,440 Malton Hub Initiative Re-opening the discussions regarding formally establishing a Malton Hub which will continue to support the community s focus areas. Peel Family Education Centre $74,000 Malton United Youth Collective - Identify priorities that can affect change for youth in Malton. Malton United is a project dedicated to ensuring that the challenges faced by Malton youth are identified, and a process to create a collective vision to support Malton youth is undertaken. Peel HIV/AIDS Network $43,700 All In: Enhancing LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Peel through Leadership and Capacity Development - The main goal of this initial phase of the LGBTQ+ collaborative project is to increase coordination and leadership in Peel's health and human services sectors related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LTBTQ+) community needs and interests. Page 11
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-16 Lead Agency 2016 Investments Collaborative Initiative Punjabi Community Health Services $104,980 Brampton Springdale Network - The project is centred on the provincial mandate of developing community hubs. BSN is the first of its kind within the area of Brampton Springdale. The lack of social services has created an opportunity for agencies to venture into the community. However, the community has been developed in such a way that there is no accessibility to services. BSN is addressing this issue by hosting workshops in local schools within the community to create awareness of the services availalbe. The end goal of this project is to eventually develop a full time space dedicated to serving the community and provideing access to various agencies. Punjabi Community Health Services & Rapport Youth and Family Services $20,000 $68,700 Peel Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Collaborative - This project will bring together cross-sectoral services from 5 different sectors, in partnership to deliver MHFA to leaders from diverse communities in Peel. A focus on Faith Community Leaders and other natural community leaders/gate keepers capitalizes on the important role these leaders can and do play in supporting children, youth and families struggling with mental health and addiction issues United Way of Peel Region $47,000 PNSG: Examining population level priorities: Using Collective Impact - Through multi-funder support and diverse partnerships, the backbone function is realized when partners assist with overall strategic direction, facilitate dialogue between one another, manage data collection and analysis, handle communications, coordinate community outreach, and mobilize funding. United Way of Peel Region $17,500 PNSG Collab: Research & Communication 1) Research - Feasibility Study on International Students 2) Communication - Knowledge Exchange for Collective Impact 1) A feasibility study for Peel region would allow PNSG and its partners, information that would speak to the specific issues for International students with research to support it. 2) Concise, frequent communications tools which engage stakeholders and share the results and impact of PNSG. Through an examination of the results to date and corresponding indicators, a stakeholder awareness strategy around CI can be developed. Keeping abreast of national projects, policies that impact all LIPS and the settlement sector will support PNSG s role in supporting knowledge mobilization. As a result, partners are more aware, speak the language, and are on board with Collective Impact and its relationship to PNSG. Vita Manor (Centre) $39,286 Peel Parenting Collective Stakeholder Engagement The intention is that the new role of Stakeholder Engagement Strategist is a skilled and senior level role that will be a catalyst for building the Collective and the capacity of the Collective members in the area of Stakeholder Engagement. We have expectations that the role will include trainings, mentoring, shadowing opportunities and a very interactive, learning-centred approach to stakeholder engagement. A stakeholder engagement process that is an alliance "of organizations that together have a role in solving a problem and achieving a shared goal." (Gold, Alison., "How Do You Build the "Right" Cross-Sector Partnership to Implement Collective Impact Approaches?" p.7) Benefits to the community include using a more intentional approach to defining how parenting affects multiple aspects with the "right" partners. Page 12
Appendix 1 Community Investment Program Update 9.1-17 Lead Agency 2016 Investments Collaborative Initiative Vita Manor (Centre) $48,742 Peel Parenting Collective- Impact through Research and action A collective approach to look at priority issues around the issue of Parenting Education. The Peel Parenting Collective has collectively and collaboratively identified the following common priorities: Result 1: Families are Healthy Result 2: Parents are Supported Result 3: Parents are Informed Total $1,197,070 Page 13
Community Investment Program Update Appendix II 9.1-18 Strengthening Peel s Non-profit System Community Investment Program The Community Investment Program (CIP) is the only source of funding that invests exclusively in non-profit agencies core operations. Non-profits use this funding to keep the lights on, doors open and deliver high-quality programs and services. Regional investments help community organizations to be more affective, achieve greater outcomes and ultimately, reach more Peel residents in need. It s a unique program that is having a positive impact on the entire human services system in the Region of Peel. NON-PROFIT AGENCIES SUPPORTED People Organizations focused on the needs of: families, children and youth, seniors, newcomers and immigrants, people with disabilities 42% 31% 27% Quality of life Organizations focused on: poverty, mental health, violence and abuse, neighbourhoods Skill building and other Organizational support to develop leadership, knowledge and resources to achieve greater community impact $ 6.3 130 AGENCIES MILLION Invested Benefited 107 PARTNER AGENCIES Engaged DELIVERING 953 PROGRAMS that Serve Peel Residents 750-160,000 RESIDENTS Reached
CIP INVESTS IN SUSTAINABILITY Investments support core operational overhead costs, core leadership positions, and small capital investments that strengthen organizational infrastructure (e.g.: administrative positions, utilities, and technology upgrades) 2015 INVESTMENTS 9.1-19 IN THREE AREAS 63 % 81 THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES $ 4.4 MILLION IN REVENUE FAME 326 72 FROM NEW FUNDING SOURCES (grants/donations) STAFF POSITIONS INVESTMENTS Including 29 small capital projects AND THE AGENCIES GREW STRONGER (Family Association for Mental Illness) received: $ 79,195 RESULTING IN $ 350,000 THROUGH THE SUSTAINABILITY FUND IN FUNDING This investment helped fund staff positions and operational costs such as rent, phone and internet. With this funding, the executive director and her colleagues were able to devote time and resources to partnering with Peel organizations which resulted in increased revenue from additional sources. Agencies also built stronger partnerships, improved data collection and programming for Peel residents. COLLABORATION Supports collective planning and implementation of evidence based projects and initiatives that innovatively address a defined need within the community 27 % 18 5000 117 COLLABORATIVES FUNDED RESULTS INCLUDED At-risk seniors reached Organizations endorsed the Diversity and Inclusion Charter of Peel. (Another statistic will be provided by Melissa) PATCH (Peel Alternatives to Choosing Hospitalization) $ 202,200 RESULTING IN $ 750,000 THROUGH THE COLLABORATION FUND FROM THE ONTARIO TRILLIUM FOUNDATION ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS 5 % Supports organizations to improve internal business practices to better manage organizational transition and change (e.g., strategic planning, board governance and leadership development) 18 AGENCY INVESTMENTS Agencies improved strategic direction, financial management, program management, and their ability to manage change INTERIM PLACE $ 32,825 THROUGH THE ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS FUND Improved training tools for volunteers, increasing their capacity to serve women, children, fundraise and increase awareness for violence against women. HUM-0609 17/01 Note: 5% of funds allocated to other small grants.
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Community Investment Program 9.1-23 Building the Capacity of the Non-Profit Sector in Peel Regional Council February 9, 2017
2 Purpose 9.1-24 To provide the Council with an overview of the Community Investment Program including: Purpose of the Program Agency Outcomes Funding Streams Review & Reporting
3 9.1-25 Capacity Building Framework System Organization Services/Programs Peel s $6.3 million investment is focused on the system and organizational level to: Support 130 non-profit agencies Fund 72 positions Support agencies to deliver 953 programs Provide programs and services that serve a range between 750 to 160,000 residents Residents
4 2015 Investment 9.1-26 Overview Collab 27% OE 5% Other 5% Sustain 63% Sustainability Fund 63% - Core Operational Needs - 81 investments - 52 Sustainability and 29 Small Capital Organizational Effectiveness Fund 5% - Business Practices - 18 investments Collaboration Fund 27% - System-level partnerships - 18 investments Other Small Grants 5% - 13 investments
5 2015 Sector Investments 9.1-27 Children & Youth 4% 6% 11% 14% 18% Families Individuals with Disabilities Mental Health Neighbourhoods Newcomers & Immigrants 15% Skills Development 16% 3% 2% 6% 5% Poverty Seniors Violence & Abuse Other
6 9.1-28 Sustainability PURPOSE: To increase sustainability and build capacity of organizations by supporting core operational needs. To assist with: Core operational and related overhead costs, such as management positions, administrative positions, rent, etc. Small capital costs up to $30,000, such as technology upgrades; small space renovations Funds for organizations that work to support the non-profit sector
7 9.1-29 Sustainability Highlights Agencies self report on measureable outcomes: 54% generated new revenue, diversified funding or developed new funding strategies 33% improved programs and increased agency presence in the community 15% were able to hire staff. Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere - $79,195 invested resulted in $350,000 in additional revenue
8 9.1-30 Organizational Effectiveness PURPOSE: To assist organizations to improve business operations. Funding to proactively address specific internal capacity issues, including but not limited to: Board and leadership development Develop evidence based strategies such as research, evaluation, etc. Improve performance measurement
9 9.1-31 Organizational Effectiveness - Highlights Agencies focused on: 29% improved management of financial resources 29% improved their ability to manage change 25% developed a strategic plan to guide agency priorities and outcomes Interim Place $32,825 enhanced volunteerism
10 9.1-32 Collaboration PURPOSE: To assist with collective planning and implementation of innovative initiatives and programs that address a defined need within the community. To assist with: Stakeholder engagement Collective vision Sustainability planning Operating procedures Needs assessments
11 9.1-33 Collaboration - Highlight Peel Alternatives to Choosing Hospitalization (PATCH) $202,200 75 clients served Investments in building a strong collaborative partnerships resulting in $750,000 grant from Ontario Trillium Foundation to expand the program
12 Funding & Review 9.1-34 Process Fund Sustainability Organizational Effectiveness Application Frequency Every two years Twice a year Funding Period Review Process (for all funds) 2 years Screened by staff to ensure basic eligibility criteria is met Reviewed by the Fund Review 1 year Collaboration Twice a year 1 2 years Committee Final scores and allocations are determined by the Fund Review Committee Final review by Director Contract execution by Commissioner or Director designate Ongoing monitoring and annual reporting
13 Controls 9.1-35 All CIP funded agencies are monitored to ensure Regional funds are used appropriately. Agencies must: Enter into a contractual agreement Report annually on expenditures and outcomes Provide verification that funding has been used according to the contract Staff perform reconciliations to ensure actuals spent adhere to contractual terms and conditions.
14 9.1-36 CIP s Reach in Caledon
15 9.1-37 CIP s Reach in Brampton
16 CIP s Reach in Mississauga 9.1-38
17 9.1-39 Community Investment Program Thank You Sonia Pace, Director Community Partnerships Beth Storti, Manager Community Development
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10.1-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council For Information DATE: January 26, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS Stephen VanOfwegen, Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer OBJECTIVE To provide an update on the impacts to property assessment and tax burden resulting from the 2016 Provincial reassessment. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS In 2016, the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation performed a Province-wide reassessment of all property values. Property values have been updated to reflect the value as at January 1, 2016 from the previous value of January 1, 2012. The current assessment value applies to the 2017 through 2020 taxation years with increases in assessment phased-in over the four years and decreases in assessment fully realized in 2017. Reassessment valuation changes do not impact the tax revenues but do cause a redistribution of the tax burden between property classes, between taxpayers within property classes and between the local municipalities within the Region. The shift in the local municipal share of the Regional levy is minor, approximately 0.1% shifting onto the City of Mississauga. The property value increase in the Multi-Residential class is 63%, significantly higher than the overall property value increase in the Region of Peel of 25%. This change will create a shift in tax burden onto the multi-residential class which includes social housing/non-profit buildings, including Peel Living properties. DISCUSSION 1. Background Every four years the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is legislated to conduct a province-wide assessment update and provide updated values to each property owner in Ontario. MPAC has now updated all property values to a current value assessment (CVA) as at January 1, 2016 (2016 CVA) from the previous value of January 1, 2012 (2012 CVA). The 2016 CVA will be the basis for determining property taxes for the 2017 through 2020 taxation years. Increases in assessment will be phased-in over the four years where as decreases in assessment will be fully realized for the 2017 taxation year.
10.1-2 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS It is important to note that reassessment does not result in an increase in total property taxes collected by municipalities. Municipal tax rates are recalculated such that the same amount of total municipal taxes is collected based on the revised assessment values. The reassessment does however result in shifts in the property tax burden between properties, property classes and for two-tier municipalities, shifts in the Regional tax burden between the local municipalities. Generally, if a property s CVA increases more than the average increase in CVA in the municipality that property will experience an increase in property taxes. Conversely if a property s CVA increases less than the average increase then that property will experience a decrease in property taxes. In total the municipality collects the same amount of taxes. Below is an example of the possible shifts in taxes using an assessed value of $100,000, property taxes of $1,000 in 2016 and an average reassessment increase of 7% for the 2017 taxation year, excluding any increases in tax rates relating to budget increases. Sample Property 2016 Phase-In Assessment 2016 Tax Rate 2016 Property Taxes 2017 Phase-In Assessment 2017 Tax Rate 2017 Property Taxes Property A (increase at municipal average, no change in taxes) $100,000 1.000% $1,000 $107,000 0.935% $1,000 Property B (increase below municipal average, decrease in taxes) $100,000 1.000% $1,000 $103,000 0.935% $963 Property C (increase above municipal average, increase in taxes) $100,000 1.000% $1,000 $120,000 0.935% $1,121 Property D (decrease in value, decrease in taxes) $100,000 1.000% $1,000 $98,000 0.935% $916 Total Taxes $4,000 $4,000 In December, 2013 the Minister of Finance received the Special Purpose Business Property Assessment Review (SPBPAR) report as part of a commitment made in the 2013 Ontario Budget to strengthen Ontario s property tax system. This report included recommendations related to the assessment of special purpose business properties as well as recommendations for strengthening the property tax system. The Ministry of Finance implemented these recommendations for the 2016 province-wide reassessment in partnership with MPAC, municipalities and stakeholders. A key recommendation of the report was the introduction of an advance disclosure process for special purpose business properties that involve complex assessment methodologies. MPAC has implemented this process for the 2016 reassessment, which enabled affected businesses and municipalities to contribute to the determination of assessed values before the assessment roll was finalized. The intent of the advanced disclosure process is to reduce the number and impact of assessment appeals for these properties. The success of the advance disclosure process is dependent on the participation and collaboration from property owners, municipalities and industry experts. 2. Assessment Methodology Changes Another change that MPAC has incorporated into the advance disclosure of information prior to the delivery of the assessment roll is a consultative process regarding methodology changes. This process is part of the new assessment methodology change protocol that MPAC and the Ministry of Finance have established to further support the objectives of accuracy, predictability and transparency. The protocol ensures that a consultative approach is taken when a major change in assessment methodology is proposed. - 2 -
10.1-3 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS a) Multi-Residential Properties The definition of a multi-residential property is land used for residential purposes that has seven or more self-contained units, this would include row houses, low, medium and high-rise apartments, but does not include condominiums which are classed as residential. To be considered a self-contained unit, a unit must have a kitchen, bathroom and separate entrance. For the 2016 reassessment MPAC has changed the methodology for valuing multiresidential properties to a Direct Capitalization on Net Operating Income approach. Previous valuations were based on the Gross Income Multiplier approach. An income approach is normally used where the value of the property is dependent upon the income it can generate. MPAC changed methodology as feedback from property owners indicated that the Gross Income Multiplier approach did not adequately address the variations in property attributes and expenses. The Direct Capitalization approach is considered the best practice in the appraisal of multi-residential properties and aligns with the way multi-residential properties transact in the marketplace. The following formula demonstrates how the assessed value is determined through the Direct Capitalization approach. Potential Gross Income - Vacancy and Collection Loss = Effective Gross Income - Operating Expenses = Net Operating Income Capitalization Rate = Assessed Value Capitalization rates are established by the market through an analysis of sales transactions reflecting current market conditions. MPAC determines the capitalization rates by analyzing the relationship between the sales price and the net incomes of relevant income-producing properties. As part of the 2016 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review the Province responded to concerns about higher property tax burden for multi-residential buildings and its effect on housing affordability by announcing a review of property taxation for these buildings. As part of the review, the Province will consult with affected stakeholders including municipalities, renters and apartment building owners. While the review is underway, the Province will take steps to ensure that for municipalities with a multi-residential tax ratio of 2.0 or more, those municipalities will not be able to pass along any municipal tax increase to this class. As the multi-residential tax ratios in Peel are below 2.0, the Provincial limit on municipal tax increases will not impact Peel. b) Farm Properties For the 2016 reassessment MPAC has developed enhanced procedures for farmland assessment to ensure that for valuation purposes a greater number of farm properties are included in the sales analysis. This includes MPAC expanding the sales period from 3-5 years to 6-8 years, including sales of smaller parcels of farmland and farmland with minimal outbuildings, and simplifying the geographic areas that are used to adjust for local conditions. - 3 -
10.1-4 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS In addition, in the 2016 Ontario Budget, the Province announced that the government will be consulting with the farming community and the municipal sector to review the property tax treatment of small-scale value-added activities on farms, while maintaining a level playing field for large agricultural processors. c) Landfills The Assessment Review recommended that the Ministry of Finance continue to work on developing a methodology for assessing landfills. In the spring, 2016 former Cabinet Minister John Wilkinson led the review on the landfill assessment methodology. This review included consultations with municipalities, the landfill sector and other interested stakeholders. Three recommendations came from this review and have been accepted by the Minister of Finance for implementation. The recommendations are: To apply MPAC s historic valuation approach for the 2016 reassessment, but to exclude the value of key environmental protection features of landfills; Create a new landfill property class; and To apply an income approach for the 2020 reassessment and future years. The creation of a new property class for landfills is intended to provide municipalities with the flexibility to manage the impacts of assessment changes relating to this new class. The components of a landfill to be included in the new landfill property class include a landfill s waste fill area where active landfilling can occur, which is comprised of cells approved by Ministry of Environment and Climate Change through an Environmental Compliance Approval. Excluded from the new class are ancillary landfills, closed landfills and hazardous waste facilities. The Region of Peel does not currently have any active landfill properties in the new class. d) Billboards In 2014 and 2015, the Minister of Finance introduced legislation that required MPAC to assess third party signs used for off-site promotion or advertisement. The assessment treatment for billboards is based on Regulations; the cost approach will be used to determine the contribution made by a sign to the current value of the property on which it is located. Only signs with an aggregate sign face of 25 square feet or larger will be valued and classed as commercial. The value and classification of the land on which the sign is located will not be affected. 3. Reassessment Impacts This report provides Regional Council with an analysis of the shifts in tax burden resulting from the 2016 reassessment. The impacts resulting from the reassessment will be reviewed by Regional and Local tax staff as part of the annual tax policy process including possible options to mitigate any of these impacts. One of the options available is for the local municipalities to adjust their tax ratios to address the specific tax burden shifts within their municipality. - 4 -
10.1-5 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS As shown in the following table, the total increase in taxable CVA for Peel is 25.2% when the 2016 CVA is compared to the 2012 CVA. This is comparable to the Provincial average increase of 23.9%. In contrast, CPI increase in Ontario between 2012 and 2016 is approximately 6.4%. All property classes have experienced an increase in CVA. The multiresidential and managed forest classes have reassessment increases significantly higher than the regional average. The farm, commercial and pipeline classes have increases less than the regional average. Therefore the tax burden will shift away from the commercial, pipeline and farm classes and onto the multi-residential and managed forest classes. There is also a small shift onto the residential class as the increase in this class is slightly higher than the regional average. Property Class 2016 CVA 2012 CVA $Millions % Residential $ 216,199 $ 171,476 $ 44,723 26.1% Multi-residential 9,093 5,566 3,527 63.4% Commercial 45,934 39,211 6,723 17.1% Industrial 10,338 8,471 1,867 22.0% Farm 1,252 1,131 121 10.7% Managed Forest 132 93 39 41.5% Pipeline 343 312 32 10.1% Total Taxable CVA $ 283,292 $ 226,260 $ 57,031 25.2% * Table may not add due to rounding Roll Data ($Millions) * The following table indicates the change in CVA by municipality. Change from 2012 CVA Municipality Roll Data ($Millions) * Change from 2012 CVA 2016 CVA 2012 CVA $Millions % Brampton $ 98,370 $ 78,778 $ 19,592 24.9% Caledon 18,297 14,974 3,324 22.2% Mississauga 166,624 132,508 34,116 25.7% Total Taxable CVA $ 283,292 $ 226,260 $ 57,031 25.2% * Table may not add due to rounding The following tables indicate the reassessment impacts for the 2017 taxation year by property class and by local municipality. The overall impact for the Region in 2017 is an increase of 6.0%. It is interesting to note that even though the farm class has an overall increase of 10.7% between the 2012 CVA and 2016 CVA, the phase-in impact of -0.5% in 2017 is due to the full impact of the decreases in assessment being realized in the first year of the four year assessment cycle. There are 1,770 farm properties in Peel of which 353 have a decrease in assessment. - 5 -
10.1-6 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS Property Class 2017 Phase-In 2012 CVA $Millions % Residential $ 182,362 $ 171,476 $ 10,886 6.3% Multi-residential 6,439 5,566 873 15.7% Commercial 40,553 39,211 1,342 3.4% Industrial 8,919 8,471 448 5.3% Farm 1,126 1,131 (5) -0.5% Managed Forest 101 93 8 8.7% Pipeline 319 312 8 2.5% Total Taxable CVA $ 239,820 $ 226,260 $ 13,560 6.0% * Table may not add due to rounding Roll Data ($Millions) * Change from 2012 CVA Municipality Roll Data ($Millions) * Change from 2012 CVA 2017 Phase-In 2012 CVA $Millions % Brampton $ 83,361 $ 78,778 $ 4,582 5.8% Caledon 15,705 14,974 731 4.9% Mississauga 140,754 132,508 8,246 6.2% Total Taxable CVA $ 239,820 $ 226,260 $ 13,560 6.0% * Table may not add due to rounding The following table shows the change in share of the Regional levy by local municipality as a result of the reassessment impacts. Municipality 2016 Regional Levy Share 2017 Regional Levy Share Difference Mississauga 59.9% 60.0% 0.1% Brampton 35.3% 35.2% -0.1% Caledon 4.8% 4.8% 0.0% Region 100.0% 100.0% 0.0% As noted in the Property Tax and Assessment Update report to Regional Council on January 12, 2017 there are several tax policy tool options available to help mitigate the shifts in tax burden relating to reassessment changes. These include the local municipalities adjusting their tax ratios and other Regional options such as establishing optional tax classes, graduated tax rates or phasing in tax impacts. Through the 2017 tax policy process, Regional and local municipal staff will review these options. The table below provides a comparison of the 2016 reassessment impacts in the Region of Peel to the remaining GTA and the Province. This table indicates that when compared to the GTA, the Region of Peel has experienced a lower overall assessment increase, although Peel is higher than the Provincial average. - 6 -
10.1-7 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS GTA - Reassessment Change (%) Property Class Peel Halton York Durham Toronto Province Residential 26.1% 27.7% 39.4% 30.8% 28.6% 22.3% Multi-Residential 63.4% 36.7% 28.7% 46.1% 54.5% 40.0% New Multi-Residential 28.1% 38.3% 22.4% Commercial 17.1% 19.4% 18.5% 19.6% 33.1% 21.7% Industrial 22.0% 32.1% 13.6% 4.8% 18.7% 15.8% Pipeline 10.1% 11.0% 9.7% 10.0% 9.0% 11.1% Farm 10.7% 26.6% 39.6% 48.8% 30.1% 67.5% Managed Forest 41.5% 46.8% 41.8% 34.4% 4.6% 37.2% Landfill 6.7% 297.5% -33.5% Total 25.2% 26.9% 35.9% 29.8% 30.8% 23.9% 4. Social Housing/Non-Profit Buildings As noted above, the reassessment change for multi-residential properties at 63.4% is significantly higher than the Regional average of 25.2%. MPAC indicated that there has been an increase in sales transactions for multi-residential properties since 2012 and that based on the sales data multi-residential buildings in the GTA were undervalued in the 2012 reassessment leading to the significant increase in assessment for the 2016 valuation. This will create a shift in tax burden onto the multi-residential class which includes social housing/non-profit buildings, including Peel Living properties. Provincial legislation does not include any special consideration for social housing/non-profits; therefore, MPAC must assess these buildings using the same methodology as all other multi-residential properties. This in turn will affect subsidy requirements from the Service Manager for certain housing programs. Regional and Peel Living staff met with representatives from MPAC on December 9, 2016 to discuss the reassessment methodology change and impacts to the multi-residential class and specific impacts to Peel Living. As the property owner, Peel Living can apply for a Request for Reconsideration (RfR) with MPAC and / or proceed with an appeal to the Assessment Review Board (ARB) if staff believe that the assessment values are incorrect or wish to challenge the methodology. Staff are completing a review of the property specific assessment details for Peel Living to determine if an RfR or appeal is warranted and also reviewing all other options to help mitigate the tax burden impact to Peel Living. - 7 -
10.1-8 2016 REASSESSMENT IMPACT ANALYSIS CONCLUSION Reassessment valuation changes create shifts in tax burden amongst individual properties, property classes and local municipalities. There are several tax policy tool options available to help mitigate the shifts in tax burden. The options would include the local municipalities adjusting tax ratios to address the specific tax burden shifts within their municipality. Through the 2017 tax policy process, Regional and local municipal staff will review these options. Stephen VanOfwegen, Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer For further information regarding this report, please contact Dave Bingham, extension 4292 or at dave.bingham@peelregion.ca. Authored By: Louise Cooke Reviewed in workflow by: Financial Support Unit - 8 -
10.1-9 2016 Re-assessment Impact Regional Council February 9, 2017
10.1-10 2016 Re-assessment Legislation requires Provincial updates every four years Property valuations updated to January 1, 2016 Valuation increases phased-in over four years Decreases recognized in first year Applies to the 2017-2020 taxation years 2
10.1-11 Re-assessment Impacts Does not result in an increase in total municipal taxes Does create a redistribution of property tax burden Taxes shift to property s with an increase more than the average Taxes shift away from property s with an increase less than the average 3
10.1-12 Impact for the Region of Peel Total increase in taxable CVA is 25.2% All property classes have increased Significantly higher increases for multi-residential and managed forest Slightly higher increase for residential Taxes will shift onto multi-residential, managed forest and residential Minimal change of 0.1% in local share of Regional levy 4
10.1-13 Impact for Multi-Residential Significant increase in multi-residential values Impacts the affordability of rental housing No distinction for non-profit housing in assessment legislation Impacts Peel Living and the Region as a Service Manager Local Municipalities can adjust tax ratios 5
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10.2-1 REPORT Meeting Date: 2017-02-09 Regional Council For Information DATE: January 25, 2017 REPORT TITLE: FROM: 2016 REGION OF PEEL EMPLOYEE UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN David Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer OBJECTIVE The purpose of this report is to provide Regional Council with the results of the 2016 Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS The Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign raised $293,962, exceeding the $270,000 goal. Combined funds raised by the Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign and Peel Regional Police United Way Campaign resulted in a total contribution to the United Way of Peel Region of $356,144. The Region of Peel Employee UW Campaign will continue to evolve, resulting in social responsibility and increased employee pledging to the United Way of Peel Region. Ongoing changes to the campaign will also bring about increased campaign efficiency. DISCUSSION 1. Background For more than 36 years, employees of the Region of Peel and Peel Regional Police have raised funds in support of the United Way of Peel Region (UWPR). UWPR works to reduce poverty, prevent poverty and support people in crisis. In 2016, the UWPR provided funds to 54 community agencies that deliver 89 services and programs to residents in Peel Region. As shown in Appendix I, the total amount of funds raised for UWPR by the Region of Peel Employee United Way (UW) Campaign over the past ten years is $3,290,893. 2. 2016 Campaign Objectives and Strategies The main objectives of the 2016 Campaign were to: Raise $270,000; Increase the overall amount of money pledged by 10 percent ($24,600); Increase the overall percentage of employees pledging; Strengthen social conscience among employees; Increase the Campaign reach to remotely located employees; and,
10.2-2 2016 REGION OF PEEL EMPLOYEE UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN Continue progress on achieving campaign efficiencies through decreased dedicated staff time and time efficient communication channels. In 2016, staff working on the Campaign used numerous new engagement and awareness raising strategies, for example: Maintained campaign collaboration between Region of Peel and Peel Regional Police; A thank you lunch for employees donating at the leadership level; Taking the kick-off events to remotely located sites, increasing the kick-off reach from 4 sites in 2015 to 19 sites in 2016; and, Production of new Campaign visual materials featuring Region of Peel employees. 3. Campaign Achievements Highlights of 2016 Campaign achievements are as follows: The Region of Peel Employee UW Campaign raised $293,962, exceeding the $270,000 goal; Year over year from 2015 the number of employees pledging increased by 72 from 1,325 to 1,397 (5.4 percent increase); The overall amount of money pledged increased by 10 percent; and, Combined funds raised by the Region of Peel employee UWPR Campaign and Peel Regional Police UW Campaign resulted in a total contribution to the UWPR of $356,144. In 2016, the following Campaign efficiencies were achieved: Shortening employee Campaign pledge period to six weeks; Streamlining the Campaign governance to reduce number of employees involved in running the campaign; Eliminating the Vice-Chair role; Improving communication channels by reducing the overall number of Campaign Champions co-located at the large worksites, while enhancing Champion representation (striving for one per site) from the medium-sized, remotely-located sites across the organization; and, Transitioned responsibility for the Golf Tournament to Cushman & Wakefield in Mississauga. 4. Employee Committee The success of the employee UW Campaign is attributed to the commitment and efforts of employees from across the organization. In particular, Core Committee members (including one Leader representative per department) and United Way Champions helped organize events and secure pledges from their peers. The 2016 Campaign Chairs were: Co-Chairs: Judy Labelle, Finance Sandy Viana-Tavares, Health Services Leadership-donor Co-Chairs: Dave Bingham, Finance Nancy Polsinelli, Health Services - 2 -
10.2-3 2016 REGION OF PEEL EMPLOYEE UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN 5. Recognition for Additional Social Responsibility Efforts by Employees The social responsibility mindset of employees from both the Region of Peel and Peel Regional Police is demonstrated in many ways beyond the UW campaign. For example, in 2016, Peel Paramedic Service employees once again raised funds and awareness for causes including breast cancer, prostate cancer, their benevolent fund, and Dreams Take Flight, a wish-granting initiative for terminally-ill children. Also in 2016, Peel Regional Police lead a Toys for Tots campaign and two fundraising events, one for Cops for Cancer and one for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Police also held Division food drives through their Cram a Cruiser initiative in support of local food banks. Similarly, many Region of Peel employees participate in food and toy drives within the workplace and spend their personal time volunteering and offering financial support privately within their home communities. These socially conscious commitments are acknowledged for the benefits they add to the well-being of the workplace environment and the community at large. CONCLUSION As a result of the participation and generous contributions made by Regional employees, the 2016 Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign raised $293,962. When combined with funds from Peel Regional Police, a total of $356,144 was raised for the United Way of Peel Region. The Region of Peel Employee UW Campaign will continue to evolve, resulting in social responsibility and increased employee pledging to the UWPR. Ongoing changes to the campaign will also bring about increased campaign efficiency. Approved for Submission: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer APPENDICES Appendix I Fundraising Totals 2007 2016 For further information regarding this report, please contact Aileen Baird, Director, Office of the CAO, Ext. 1898, aileen.baird@peelregion.ca. Authored By: Judy Labelle - 3 -
APPENDIX I 10.2-4 2016 REGION OF PEEL EMPLOYEE UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN Fundraising Totals 2007 2016 Region of Peel Employee United Way Campaign Fundraising Totals 2007 2016 Campaign Year Peel Employee s UW Campaign Contributions 2007 $254,597 2008 $267,486 2009 $307,740 2010 $355,085 2011 $377,777 2012 $350,642 2013 $333,901 2014 $378,628 2015 $371,075 2016 $293,962* 10-Year Total $3,290,893 *2016 was the first year without the Golf Tournament. The Golf Tournament netted $102,000 in 2015.
10.3-1 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL GROWTH MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES GMC - 1/2017 The Region of Peel Growth Management Committee met on January 19, 2017 at 1:33 p.m., in the Regional Council Chamber, 5th Floor, Regional Administrative Headquarters, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Suite A, Brampton, Ontario. Members Present: B. Crombie*; N. Iannicca; J. Innis; E. Moore; B. Shaughnessy; J. Tovey; A. Thompson Members Absent: Other Councillors Present: F. Dale, due to a personal matter; L. Jeffrey, due to other municipal business J. Downey; A. Groves Also Present: D. Szwarc, Chief Administrative Officer; L. Graham-Watson, Commissioner of Corporate Services; P. O Connor, Regional Solicitor; D. Bingham, Acting Commissioner of Finance and Chief Financial Officer; J. Smith, Commissioner of Public Works; G. Bursey, Director, Growth Management Strategy; A. Prasad, Director, Integrated Planning; K. Lockyer, Director of Clerks and Regional Clerk; H. West, Committee Clerk; D. Obaseki, Acting Legislative Assistant Chaired by Councillor J. Tovey. 1. DECLARATIONS OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST - Nil 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA See also Item 5.1 * See text for arrivals See text for departures RECOMMENDATION GMC-1-2017: That the agenda for the January 19, 2017 Growth Management Committee meeting include an additional communication from Carl Brawly, Associate, Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc., regarding the Growth Management Strategy Update Report, to be dealt with under Communications Item 5.1; And further, that the agenda for the January 19, 2017, Growth Management Committee meeting be approved, as amended. Councillor Crombie arrived at 1:35 p.m.
10.3-2 GMC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 3. DELEGATIONS - Nil 4. REPORTS 4.1. Growth Management Strategy Update Presentation by Gayle Bursey, Director, Growth Management Strategy, and Adrian Smith, Manager, Integrated Planning Received RECOMMENDATION GMC-2-2017: That the growth allocation and related servicing master plans be guided by the provisional allocations identified in the report of the Commissioners of Finance, Corporate Services, and Public Works, titled Growth Management Strategy Update subject to the new Provincial Growth Plan amendments; And further, that future revisions to growth allocations and related plans, as well as the Growth Management Regional Official Plan Amendment, be developed in partnership with local municipal staff and the development industry. Gayle Bursey, Director, Growth Management Strategy, provided an overview of the progress made on the Growth Management Strategy and highlighted key factors with the Inter- Municipal Workgroup, the Development Industry Workgroup and in determining a provisional allocation for population and employment numbers to the year 2041, pending further confirmation of the Provincial growth target amendments. Gayle Bursey stated that the key objective of the Growth Management Strategy is to manage the cost revenue gap related to new infrastructure and she noted the financial benefits of the work realized to date. She outlined the provisional allocations for each local municipality indicating that the allocations will be reviewed and potentially adjusted when the Provincial amendments are released and based on the results of ongoing consultation and master planning work. Utilization of the provisional allocations will allow staff to stay on track with the proposed timelines of the draft Growth Management Regional Official Plan Amendment (ROPA), Infrastructure Master Plan update and the Development Charges (DC) By-law update. Councillor Thompson requested that staff include Broadband utilities such as Bell, Rogers and Cisco as part of the consultation process. Gayle Bursey undertook to add these utilities for consultation to the workplan. In response to a question raised by Councillor Thompson, Adrian Smith, Manager, Integrated Planning, confirmed that the Provincial targets can be exceeded without penalty. Councillor Moore stated that City of Brampton staff have provided a briefing note regarding the provisional allocations and the merit of moving forward with substantive work in advance of the Province s announcement of changes to the Growth Plan, noting that significant work may be undertaken prematurely. She stated that she cannot support the recommendation of the report.
10.3-3 GMC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 In response to a question raised by Councillor Shaughnessy, Gayle Bursey stated that waiting for the release of the Provincial amendments would make it difficult to advance the ROPA, Infrastructure Master Plan and DC By-law within the current term of Council. She noted that the provisional allocations are a good estimate of where the growth amendments will finish, which will allow a proactive, not reactive response when the amendments are released. In response to a further question raised by Councillor Shaughnessy, Adrian Smith stated that the Province has not expressly indicated that the 2041 numbers will be imminently changed, however the population numbers may change over the life of the growth plan. 5. COMMUNICATIONS 5.1 Carl Brawly, Associate, Glen Schnarr & Associates Inc., Letter dated January 19, 2017, Regarding the Growth Management Strategy Update Report See Approval of the Agenda Received 6. IN CAMERA MATTERS - Nil 7. OTHER BUSINESS 7.1 Motion from Councillor Palleschi and Amending Motion from Councillor Innis regarding Allocation of Growth Forecasts RECOMMENDATION GMC-3-2017: Whereas current Provincial Policy requires municipalities to plan for 2031 to 2041 growth that achieves transit-supportive and complete communities; And whereas, the Growth Plan sets population forecasts for the Region of Peel for 2031A, 2031B, 2036 and 2041; And whereas, the Region of Peel allocated the 2031A population forecasts to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon in ROPA 24; And whereas, the population forecasts for 2031B, 2036 and 2041 remain to be allocated by the Region between Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon; And whereas, based on the Peel Land Budget 2041 Update, population and employment in Caledon will largely need to be accommodated by Greenfield growth requiring settlement boundary expansions which must conform with Provincial policies; Therefore be it resolved, that Regional staff be directed to consult with the local municipalities and provide recommendations to Council regarding how the 2031B, 2036 and 2041 growth forecasts should be allocated between the local municipalities, which should include an assessment of whether the 2031A forecasts in ROPA 24 have been or will be met, and any necessary
10.3-4 GMC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 adjustments to the population allocation to ensure that the future growth forecasts will be met; And further, that staff be directed to consult with the affected stakeholders and recommend adjustments as appropriate to the 2031A, 2031B, 2036 and 2041 forecasts to direct additional population to Caledon, with a view for the need of additional growth to the Bolton Rural Service Centre and the Mayfield West Rural Service Centre, and specifically the study area in Mayfield West phase two and the identified study areas in the Bolton Residential Expansion Study (BRES) while ensuring proper phasing of development; And further, that staff be directed to report back in the first quarter of 2017 on the outcome of their discussions with the local municipalities and recommend appropriate next steps in the planning process to implement Provincial growth forecasts for the Region for 2031B, 2036 and 2041, and recommend an expedited time frame for implementing a Regional Official Plan Amendment. Councillor Innis withdrew her amending motion. RECOMMENDATION GMC-4-2017: That the motion placed by Councillor Palleschi regarding the allocation of future growth be amended by deleting the following from the seventh clause: and the identified study areas in the Bolton Residential Expansion Study (BRES). Withdrawn 7.2 Motion from Councillor Thompson regarding Employment Growth, 2031-2041 RECOMMENDATION GMC-5-2017: Whereas the Regional Official Plan Amendment (ROPA) that allocates growth 2031 to 2041 will need to plan for employment growth, which has been a challenge to achieve in the past; And whereas, employment growth will need to acknowledge the changing nature of employment; And whereas, employment growth will need to be supported by transportation, public transit and active transportation (commuting via cycling etc.); And whereas, intensification targets will need to be achieved through good design developed in partnership with municipalities, the development industry and the public; And whereas, employment within Brampton and Caledon will assist in alleviating rush hour traffic congestion while making better use of existing infrastructure; And whereas, the GTA West Corridor will significantly help promote employment growth in this area;
10.3-5 GMC-1/2017 Thursday, January 19, 2017 Therefore be resolved, that Regional staff, through the inter-municipal work group and the development industry workgroup, provide research and a strategy for local municipalities to achieve the employment targets; And further, that Regional staff work with the local municipalities to determine a strategy for transportation/transit to support employment growth that represents local municipal plans and identifies opportunities where the Region can support increased active and public transit such as through the provision of data and advocacy for funding; And further, that Regional staff report through the inter-municipal work group on the relevant public consultations, including reviewing the achievement of intensification targets through good design in other jurisdictions; And further, that Regional staff meet with staff of the Provincial government regarding the results of the growth management strategy, the challenges of achieving the current Provincially determined employment targets, the need for complete communities and the need to consider these challenges when setting the next set of employment targets. Councillor Innis requested a friendly amendment to include two clauses related to employment in Caledon and Brampton will alleviate rush hour traffic by making better use of infrastructure and that the GTA West Corridor will promote employment, which were accepted. 8. NEXT MEETING The next meeting of Growth Management Committee is scheduled for Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chamber, 5th floor, Regional Administrative Headquarters, Suite A, 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, Ontario. Please forward regrets to Helena West, Committee Clerk, and (905) 791-7800 ext. 4697 or at helena.west@peelregion.ca. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:38 a.m.
11.1-1 January 11, 2017 From: GreenbeltBoundary@ontario.ca [mailto:greenbeltboundary@ontario.ca] REGION OF PEEL Sent: January 11, 2017 1:46 PM CLERKS DEPT. To: Lockyer, Kathryn Subject: Greenbelt Boundary Minor Changes: EBlast to all municipalities in the Greenbelt from Minister Mauro Greenbelt Boundary Minor Changes eblast to all municipalities in the Greenbelt from Minister Mauro I am writing to let you know that today the government opened a public consultation on proposed minor changes to the Greenbelt s boundary as set out in O. Reg 59/05 and the Greenbelt Plan, and is interested in hearing input on this from municipalities located in the Greenbelt. The proposed boundary changes are shown on these maps. The proposed changes are based on a review of requests for boundary changes submitted since the creation of the Greenbelt, including during the almost-two-year consultation period for the Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review, and a review of related technical information, as well as further information provided by municipalities, conservation authorities and landowners. The government received over 700 site-specific requests related to the Greenbelt Plans. The Ministry of Municipal Affairs reviewed those requests that fall within the Greenbelt Plan Area and the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan Area. In undertaking this review, the government was guided by a number of overarching considerations, including: avoiding boundary changes that would fragment farmland, including prime agricultural lands maintaining a robust Natural Heritage System that can be supported despite urbanization occurring in proximity and downstream to the Greenbelt respecting the functional connections in the Natural Heritage System valuing the overall objectives of the Greenbelt as a landscape avoiding a minimalist approach to defining the Natural Heritage System and being responsive to landowner requests to evaluate site-specific situations. Requests related to the Niagara Escarpment Plan Area were not considered as part of this exercise because those requests are subject to a separate review process led by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. The consultation runs from January 11 to February 27, 2017. Any boundary changes are expected to be finalized early this year as part of the completion of the Co-ordinated Land Use Planning Review. Comments can be submitted at Ontario.ca/greenbelt or through the Environmental Registry. If you have any questions regarding the consultation or any of the proposed boundary changes, you can contact the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, Greenbelt Site Specific Review at 416-585-6508 or greenbeltboundary@ontario.ca Thank you for your continued interest and engagement in the Greenbelt Plan. REFERRAL TO RECOMMENDED DIRECTION REQUIRED P RECEIPT RECOMMENDED
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11.3-1 From: Carmela Radice <Carmela.Radice@mississauga.ca> Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2017 5:09 PM To: Lockyer, Kathryn Subject: Correspondence from City of Mississauga Council Meeting January 18, 2017 At City of Mississauga Council s meeting on January 18, 2017, Council passed Resolution 0007-2017 regarding consent to the enactment of a Regional By-law delegating tax ratio setting from the Region of Peel to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, in accordance with section 310 of the Municipal Act, 2001. Regards Carmela Radice Legislative Coordinator T 905.615.3200, ext. 5426 F 905.615.4181 Carmela.Radice@mississauga.ca City of Mississauga Corporate Services Department Legislative Services Division Visit the Office of the City Clerk's page on the City of Mississauga's website to access agendas, minutes, the Council and Committees calendar, and much more! http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/cityhall/agendas Please consider the environment before printing.
11.3-2 RESOLUTION 0007-2017 adopted by the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting on January 18, 2017 0007-2017 Moved by: Sue McFadden Seconded by: George Carlson WHEREAS section 310(1) of the Municipal Act allows the Council of an upper-tier municipality through by-law to delegate the establishment of tax ratios for the year within the lower-tier municipality for both lower-tier and upper-tier purposes; AND WHEREAS section 310(2) of the Municipal Act requires all of the lower-tier municipalities within an upper-tier municipality to pass a resolution consenting to the Regional By-law; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. That Council consent to the enactment of a Regional by-law delegating tax ratio setting from the Region of Peel to Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon, in accordance with section 310 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2011, c. 25 for the 2017 property tax year. 2. That Council consent to the apportionment methodology in place in the 2016 taxation year updated for 2017 assessments. Recorded Vote Mayor B. Crombie Councillor J. Tovey Councillor K. Ras Councillor C. Fonseca Councillor J. Kovac Councillor C. Parrish Councillor R. Starr Councillor N. Iannicca Councillor M. Mahoney Councillor P. Saito Councillor S. McFadden Councillor G. Carlson YES NO ABSENT ABSTAIN X X X X X X X X X X X X Carried (11, 0, 1-Absent) Page 1 of 1
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12.2-1 Recommendation Moved By: Seconded By: Date: February 9, 2017 Item Number 12.2 Whereas under Section 42(2) of the Housing Services Act, 2011 (HSA), The Regional Municipality of Peel (Region), as Service Manager, may establish local eligibility rules for rent-geared-to-income assistance; And whereas, under Section 42(3) of the HSA, the Region as Service Manager must comply with the prescribed requirements when establishing local eligibility rules; And whereas, as outlined in Section 39(1) of Ontario Regulation 367/11 (O.Reg.367/11), a Service Manager may make a local eligibility rule providing for a household to cease to be eligible for rentgeared-to-income assistance if the household refuses the specified number of offers of rentgeared-to-income assistance in a unit in the service manager s service area; And whereas, as outlined in Section 39(3) of O.Reg. 367/11, the number of offers specified in the local eligibility rule must be at least three, which increases the time to placement for households on the Region s Centralized Waiting List; And whereas, Regional Council has recognized the need to reduce the time to placement for households on the Region s Centralized Waiting List; Therefore be it resolved, that the Minister of Housing be requested to take such action as may be necessary to exempt the Region of Peel, as Service Manager, from the requirements of Section 39(3) of O.Reg. 367/11, to allow the Region of Peel to deem a household ineligible for rent-gearedto-income assistance if the household is made one offer for rent-geared-to-income assistance in a unit in the Region s service area and refuses that offer.
14-1 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL BY-LAW NUMBER 9-2017 A by-law to prohibit stopping on the south side of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) from Main Street to a point 360 metres east of Main Street; and to amend By-law Number 15-2013 being a by-law to regulate traffic on roads under the jurisdiction of the Regional Municipality of Peel. WHEREAS, the Council of the Regional Corporation on the 24 th day of January 2013 passed By-law 15-2013 to consolidate the by-laws that regulate traffic on roads under the jurisdiction of The Regional Municipality of Peel; AND WHEREAS, the Council of The Regional Municipality of Peel has by resolution passed on the 9 th day of February, 2017, authorized the enactment of a by-law to amend By-law 15-2013 to prohibit stopping on the south side of Regional Road 136 (Queen Street East) from Main Street to a point 360 metres east of Main Street; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Regional Corporation enacts as follows: 1. That Part 6 of Schedule A of By-law 15-2013 is amended by adding the following: Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Regional Road No. Side Limits Prohibited Times or Days 136 South From Main Street to a point 360 metres east of Main Street Anytime READ THREE TIMES AND PASSED IN OPEN COUNCIL this 9 th February, 2017. day of Regional Clerk Regional Chair
14-2 THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL BY-LAW NUMBER 10-2017 A by-law respecting the prevention of Backflow into the Municipal Drinking Water System of The Regional Municipality of Peel. WHEREAS, the Region operates the Municipal Drinking Water System pursuant to the Ontario Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, S.O. 2002, c. 32 AND WHEREAS, section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, provides that the Region has exclusive authority within its geographical boundaries to pass by-laws respecting the production, treatment, storage and distribution of water; AND WHEREAS, section 8(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001 provides that section 11 shall be interpreted broadly so as to confer broad authority on municipalities to enable them to govern their affairs as they consider appropriate and to enhance their ability to respond to municipal issues; AND WHEREAS, Cross-Connection of another water system to, and Backflow from a plumbing system into, the Region of Peel s Municipal Drinking Water System could threaten the integrity of the water in the Region of Peel Municipal Drinking Water System and could prevent such water from meeting the requirements of the prescribed drinking water standards; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Regional Municipality of Peel enacts as follows: DEFINITIONS 1. In this By-law: Authorized Functions List means the list of the classes of Persons and their associated qualifications together with the functions they are authorized to perform attached as Schedule A to this By-law; Backflow means the flowing back of, or reversal of the normal direction of flow of water or any other substance, into the Municipal Drinking Water System; Backflow Prevention Device means a testable device approved by the Region that is connected to a Drinking Water System or to Plumbing for the purpose of Backflow prevention; Backflow Prevention Device Report means a report completed by a Qualified Person on a form as approved by the Commissioner,
14-3 -2- By-law Number 10-2017 containing the details and findings of quality control and assurance tests performed Backflow Prevention Device; Building shall have the same meaning as set out in the Building Code Act; Building Code Act means the Building Code Act, 1992, S.O. 1992, c. 23, as amended, and any successor thereto, and all current Ontario Regulations made under the authority of such Act; Certificate of Compliance means a document completed by a Qualified Person, in a form as approved by the Commissioner, and containing the opinion of the Qualified Person as to whether or not an Owner is in compliance with this By-law; Commissioner means the Commissioner of Public Works of the Region of Peel; Cross-Connection means any actual or potential connection between a Potable Water supply or system and any source of pollution or contamination and includes any by-pass, jumper connection, removable section of pipe, swivel or changeover device and any other temporary or permanent connecting arrangement through which Backflow may occur; Cross-Connection Survey means an investigation of a Drinking Water System or of Plumbing to determine the presence or absence of any existing or potential Cross-Connections and to evaluate the need for ; Cross-Connection Survey Report means a report completed by a Qualified Person on a form as approved by the Commissioner, containing the details and findings of a Cross-Connection Survey; CSA Standards means the CSA International Standards B64.10, Manual for the Selection and Installation of Backflow Preventers, as amended and B64.10.1, Manual for the Maintenance and Field Testing of Backflow Preventers, as amended or equivalent standards as published by the CSA; Drinking Water has the same meaning as provided for by the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, as amended; Drinking Water System means a system of works, excluding plumbing, that is established for the purpose of providing users of the system with drinking water and that includes, (a) (b) any thing used for the collection, production, treatment, storage, supply or distribution of water; any thing related to the management of residue from the treatment process or the management of the discharge of a
14-4 -3- By-law Number 10-2017 substance into the natural environment from the treatment system; and (c) a well or intake that serves as the source or entry point of raw water supply for the system; Enforcement Officer means any person employed to enforce Regional by-laws as designated in the Region s By-law 48-2014, as amended or replaced from time-to-time, and also known as a By-Law Enforcement Officer Land means any real property situated in the Region of Peel and includes buildings and structures; Low-Risk Land means real property: (a) that contains no Buildings other than residential Buildings of three or fewer storeys in building height and having a building area not exceeding 600 m 2 ; and (b) that is not subject to any condition or circumstance which, in the opinion of the Commissioner, may be hazardous or detrimental to the Municipal Drinking Water System; Minor Hazard means any type of Cross-Connection or potential Cross- Connection that involves a substance that constitutes only a nuisance and that results, or could result, in a reduction in only the aesthetic qualities of the water. This category includes those connections listed as Minor Hazards in the CSA Standards and any other connections as determined from time to time by the Commissioner; Moderate Hazard means any type of Cross-Connection or potential Cross-Connection that has a low probability of becoming a Severe Hazard. This category includes, but is not limited to, connections involving water where the aesthetic qualities of water have been, or could be, reduced and, under certain conditions, can create a danger to health. This category includes those connections listed as Moderate Hazards in the CSA Standards and any other connections as determined from time to time by the Commissioner; Municipal Drinking Water System means the Drinking Water System, or part of a Drinking Water System, owned by the Region, as defined by the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002; Owner means the registered owner of any real property situated in the Region of Peel that is connected to the Municipal Drinking Water System, save and except for Low-Risk Land; Person means an individual or a corporation; Plumbing means a system of works,
14-5 -4- By-law Number 10-2017 (a) (b) that comprise a water system for the purposes of the definition of plumbing in subsection 1 (1) of the Building Code Act, 1992, other than equipment installed in plumbing to treat water; and that are connected to a Drinking Water System. Premise Isolation means isolation of the water located within Land from the Region of Peel s Municipal Drinking Water System; Qualified Person means a Person authorized to undertake a task or duty pursuant to the Authorized Functions List; Region or Region of Peel means the incorporated municipality known as The Regional Municipality of Peel or the geographical area whose inhabitants are incorporated, as the context requires; Severe Hazard means any type of Cross-Connection or potential Cross-Connection involving water that has additives or substances that, under any concentration, can create a danger to health. This category includes those connections listed as Severe Hazards in the CSA Standards and any other connections as determined from time to time by the Commissioner; Source Isolation means isolation, from any Potable Water system, of the water located within or having flowed through a source or potential source of contamination, including a device, machine, water system or the like, on Land; Water Meter means a device supplied and owned by the Region that measures the flow and quantity of Drinking Water that passes through it. Zone Isolation means isolation of the water located on Land, from any Potable Water system located on such Land. CROSS-CONNECTION SURVEYS 2. Every Owner shall, at the Owner s expense, ensure that: (a) a Cross-Connection Survey is undertaken by a Qualified Person, whenever required by this By-law; (b) a Cross-Connection Survey Report is completed and submitted to the satisfaction of the Commissioner in respect of each such Cross- Connection Survey; and (c) the completed Cross-Connection Survey Report is submitted to the Commissioner within fourteen (14) days after the survey is carried out.
14-6 -5- By-law Number 10-2017 3. Every Owner shall, at the Owner s expense, ensure the completion of an initial Cross-Connection Survey in respect of the Owner s Land within one year of the date when this By-law comes into effect or within the time limit specified by the Commissioner in a notice delivered to the Owner. 4. Where a Severe Hazard is present, the Owner shall, at the Owner s expense, ensure the completion of a subsequent Cross-Connection Survey in respect of the Severe Hazard within every three years of the previous Cross-Connection Survey or at such greater frequency as required by the Commissioner. 5. Where either a Moderate Hazard or Minor Hazard is present, the Owner shall, at the Owner s expense, ensure the completion of a subsequent Cross-Connection Survey in respect of the Moderate Hazard or Minor Hazard within every five years of the previous Cross-Connection Survey or at such greater frequency as required by the Commissioner. 6. Every Owner shall notify the Region within fourteen (14) days of any change in circumstances that would create or revive a pre-existing Minor Hazard, Moderate Hazard or Severe Hazard. 7. In every year subsequent to an initial Cross-Connection Survey except for years in which a follow-up Cross-Connection Survey is completed, the Owner shall submit to the Commissioner a Certificate of Compliance within fourteen (14) days of the anniversary date of the last Cross- Connection Survey. ISOLATION OF HAZARDS 8. Every Owner shall, at the Owner s expense, ensure that a Backflow Prevention Device is installed whenever required by this By-law. 9. (1) Where, in the sole discretion of the Commissioner, a risk of contamination to the Municipal Drinking Water System exists, an Owner upon receiving notice from the Commissioner, shall follow the direction contained in the notice and ensure the installation of the required number and type of Backflow Prevention Devices. (2) Without limiting subsection 9(1), where either a Severe Hazard or a Moderate Hazard is identified, a minimum of two of the following shall be required: Source Isolation, Zone Isolation or Premise Isolation. BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES 10. (1) The appropriate model of Backflow Prevention Device shall be selected by a Qualified Person in accordance with: (a) the CSA Standards; or
14-7 -6- By-law Number 10-2017 (b) when the type of Cross-Connection is not identified in the CSA Standards, by a Qualified Person having regard for the principles for backflow prevention contained in the CSA Standards. (2) Notwithstanding subsection 10(1), the Commissioner may dictate that a particular type of Backflow Prevention Device be used in respect of any particular Cross-Connection. 11. Every Qualified Person installing a Backflow Prevention Device shall ensure that: (a) such device is installed in accordance with acceptable engineering practices and the requirements of the Building Code Act, the CSA Standards, and this By-law; (b) such device is installed in such a way as to mitigate the potential for freezing; (c) such device is located in such a manner that, in the event of Backflow, the device prevents contamination of the Municipal Drinking Water System and any other Drinking Water System; (d) where such device is installed in respect of Source Isolation or Zone Isolation, all piping between the point of contamination or potential contamination and the point at which the device is located is labelled Non-Potable Water ; (e) where such device is installed in respect of Premises Isolation, such device is located downstream of the Water Meter, and any meter bypass, no closer than four times the diameter of the pipe and no further than 3.0 metres from such meter or by-pass, except where circumstances require the device to be installed upstream of the Water Meter and such location is to the satisfaction of the Commissioner; and (f) where such device is installed in respect of Premises Isolation, all piping between the Water Meter and such device is clearly labelled No Connection Permitted. 12. Every Owner of Land upon which is installed a Backflow Prevention Device shall ensure that such device is maintained in good repair at all times. 13. Every Owner of Land upon which is installed a Backflow Prevention Device, the proper functioning of which is capable of being tested, shall ensure that: (a) the device is tested by a Qualified Person when it is first installed and annually thereafter, within fourteen (14) days of the anniversary date of such installation, or as required by the CSA Standards, or earlier if
14-8 -7- By-law Number 10-2017 requested by the Commissioner, and also when the device is cleaned, repaired, overhauled or relocated; (b) for each test of a Backflow Prevention Device, a Backflow Prevention Device Report of such test is submitted to the Commissioner within fourteen (14) days after installation; and (c) for the initial test and each subsequent test, a Backflow Prevention Device Report of such test is retained on the premises for inspection by an Enforcement Officer for a period of not less than five (5) years from the date of the test. 14. Every Qualified Person who tests a Backflow Prevention Device shall, upon finding that such device is malfunctioning or otherwise not in proper working order, immediately notify the Owner of the device and the Commissioner by submitting the Backflow Prevention Device Report to each of them and contacting each of them by telephone, whereupon the Owner shall immediately notify the Commissioner in writing and by telephone of the Owner s response to the reported malfunction. 15. When testing demonstrates that a Backflow Prevention Device is malfunctioning or otherwise not in proper working order, the Owner of the device shall ensure that the device is repaired or replaced in accordance with the recommendations of a Qualified Person as needed within the time limit specified by the Commissioner. 16. All equipment used to test Backflow Prevention Devices shall be verified or calibrated for accuracy, as required by the CSA Standards and the Building Code Act. 17. Where a Backflow Prevention Device is required pursuant to this By-law, no Person shall remove, or cause or permit the removal of the Backflow Prevention Device or any part thereof after it has been installed unless: (a) the removed device is immediately replaced with a device that meets or exceeds the requirements of this By-law; and (b) the water supply is turned off for as long as the device is removed. APPLICATION OF CSA STANDARDS 18. The selection, installation, maintenance and field testing of Backflow Prevention Devices pursuant to this By-law shall be performed in accordance with the CSA Standards. 19. Wherever the CSA Standards and this By-law are in conflict, the more stringent provisions shall prevail. PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO CARRY OUT WORK
14-9 -8- By-law Number 10-2017 20. No Person shall carry out, and no Owner shall cause or permit any Person to carry out on the Owner s Land, any function pursuant to this By-law set out in the Authorized Functions List unless such Person is a Qualified Person. 21. Any Person who carries out work outlined in the Authorized Functions List shall produce, upon request by the Commissioner, applicable current credentials to establish the Person s qualifications to carry out such work. DELEGATION 22. The Commissioner is authorized to approve all policies, procedures and forms and other documents and to make such decisions and approvals, and to exercise such discretion on behalf of the Region as necessary to administer this By-law. 23. The Commissioner is further authorized to delegate the responsibility for the administration of this By-law to any employee or agent of the Region. ENFORCEMENT 24. The Commissioner, Enforcement Officers and any other Region staff members shall make all approvals, refusals, opinions, decisions and other actions required or permitted by this By-law, based on sound engineering principles and Regional Standards, policies and By-laws. 25. (1) If an Enforcement Officer is satisfied that a contravention of this Bylaw has occurred, he or she may make an order requiring the Person who contravened this By-law or who caused or permitted the contravention, or the Owner or occupier of the Land on which the contravention occurred to discontinue the contravention. (2) An order under subsection 26(1) shall set out: (a) reasonable particulars of the contravention adequate to identify the contravention and the location of the Land on which the contravention occurred; and (b) the date and time by which there must be compliance with the order, which may be of immediate effect should the Enforcement Officer determine that it is warranted in the circumstances. 26. (1) If an Enforcement Officer is satisfied that a contravention of this Bylaw has occurred, or that an adverse condition exists on any Land that may allow contamination of the Municipal Drinking Water System, he or she may make an order requiring the Person who contravened this By-law or who caused or permitted the
14-10 -9- By-law Number 10-2017 contravention or the Owner or occupier of the Land on which the contravention occurred to do the work to correct the contravention or adverse condition. (2) An order under subsection 27(1) shall set out: (a) reasonable particulars of the contravention adequate to identify the contravention and the location of the Land on which the contravention occurred; (b) the date and time by which there must be compliance with the order, which may be of immediate effect should the Enforcement Officer determine that it is warranted in the circumstances; and (c) the work to be completed which may include but is not limited to the requirement that: i. prior to the performance of any work, all necessary permits or other approvals be applied for an obtained by the Person identified in the order; ii. a Cross-Connection Survey be completed; iii. a Backflow Prevention Device be installed, tested, repaired or replaced; iv. a Backflow Prevention Device Report be completed and submitted to the Region; or v. arrangements be made with the Region for shutting off the supply of water from the Municipal Drinking Water System under the work ordered to be done is complete. 27. Where an Enforcement Officer is satisfied that an offence of this By-law has been committed by a Person, the Enforcement Officer may require the name, address, and proof of identity of that Person, and the Person shall supply the required information. 28. Where a time period is set out in this By-law or in an order for carrying out any action, an Enforcement Officer or the Commissioner may extend the time for compliance beyond the established time period provided such extension is reasonable in the circumstances. 29. (1) Where a Person does not comply with a direction or a requirement, including an order, under this By-law to do a matter or thing, the Commissioner, with such assistance by others as may be required, may carry out such direction, requirement or order at the Person s expense.
14-11 -10- By-law Number 10-2017 (2) The Region may recover the costs of doing a matter or thing under subsection 30(1) by action or by adding the costs to the tax roll and collecting them in the same manner as property taxes and such costs shall include interest calculated at a rate of 15 per cent, calculated for the period commencing on the day the Region incurs the costs and ending on the day the costs, including interest, are paid in full. 30. Without limiting the generality of any other section of this By-law, where the Commissioner has determined, in his or her sole discretion, that an immediate risk of contamination to the Municipal Drinking Water System exists that may endanger public health and safety, the Commissioner may shut off the water supply to any Land until the threat of contamination has been eliminated to the Commissioner s satisfaction. POWERS OF ENTRY 31. (1) An Enforcement Officer may, at reasonable times, enter on Land, either alone or accompanied by a Person possessing special or expert knowledge or skills, for the purpose of performing inspections to locate existing or potential Cross-Connections. (2) An Enforcement Officer may enter on Land at any reasonable time for the purpose of carrying out an inspection to determine whether or not the following are being complied with: (a) this By-law; (b) a direction or order of the Region made under the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 or this By-law; or (c) an order made under section 431 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25. (3) For the purposes of an inspection under this By-law, an Enforcement Officer may: (a) require the production for inspection of documents or things relevant to the inspection; (b) inspect and remove documents or things relevant to the inspection for the purpose of making copies or extracts; (c) require information from any Person concerning a matter related to the inspection; and (d) alone or in conjunction with a Person possessing special or expert knowledge, make examinations or take tests, samples or photographs necessary for the purposes of the inspection.
14-12 -11- By-law Number 10-2017 (4) In addition to any other provision of this By-law, and subject to the provisions of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, a provincial judge or justice of the peace may issue an order authorizing the Region to enter on Land, including a room or place actually being used as a dwelling, for the purpose of carrying out an inspection to determine whether or not the following are being complied with: (a) this By-law; (b) a direction or order of the Region made under the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 or this By-law; or (c) an order made under section 431 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 (5) Without limiting any other provision of this By-law, for the purposes of this section, the Region may shut off or reduce the supply of Drinking Water to the Land. (6) If the Region lawfully decides to cease the supply of Drinking Water to any Land, an Enforcement Officer, either alone or accompanied by a Person possessing special or expert knowledge or skills, may enter on the Land: (a) to shut off the supply of Drinking Water; (b) to remove any property of the Region; or (c) to determine whether the Municipal Drinking Water System has been or is being unlawfully used. OBSTRUCTION 32. No Person shall hinder or obstruct, or attempt to hinder or obstruct, an Enforcement Officer lawfully carrying out a power, duty or direction under this By-law. OFFENCES 33. Every Person other than a corporation who contravenes any provision of this By-law, is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable, for every day or part thereof upon which such offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $10,000 for a first offence; and not and not more than $25,000 for any subsequent conviction. 34. Every corporation which contravenes any provision of this By-law, is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable, for every day or part thereof upon which such offence occurs or continues, to a fine of not more than $50,000 for a first offence and not more than $100,000 for any subsequent conviction.
14-13 -12- By-law Number 10-2017 35. Without limiting any other section of this By-law, every Person who contravenes any provision of this By-law is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable to a fine in accordance with the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.33. 36. If any Person is in contravention of any provision of this By-law, and the contravention has not been corrected, the contravention of the provision shall be deemed to be a continuing offence for each day or part of a day that the contravention remains uncorrected. 37. Where any Person contravenes any provision of this By-law, such Person shall be responsible for all costs incurred by the Region directly related to the contravention. SEVERABILITY 38. If any section or sections of this By-law, or parts thereof are found by any court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal or beyond the power of Regional Council to enact, such section or sections or parts thereof shall be deemed to be severable from this By-law and all remaining sections or parts of this By-law shall be deemed to be separate and independent therefrom and to be properly enacted and to be of full force and effect. CONFLICT 39. In the event of a conflict between any provision of this By-law and any applicable Act or regulation, the provision that is the most restrictive prevails. SCHEDULES 40. This By-law includes Schedules A and B attached hereto which forms part of the By-law. EFFECTIVE DATE 41. This By-law shall come into force and take effect on April 1, 2017.
14-14 -13- By-law Number 10-2017 SHORT TITLE 42. This By-law may be referred to as the Backflow Prevention By-law. READ THREE TIMES AND PASSED IN OPEN COUNCIL this 9 th day of February, 2017. Regional Clerk Regional Chair
14-15 Schedule A - Authorized Functions List Item Authorized Function by Qualified Person Professional Engineer Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Certified Engineering Technologist Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards 1 Licenced Master Plumber Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Journeyman Plumber Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards 2 Apprentice Plumber Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Fire System Sprinkler Fitter Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Lawn Irrigation System Installer Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Steamfitter Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards Region of Peel Staff Licensed in Accordance with CSA Standards 1 Perform Cross- Connection Survey 2 Install, relocate or replace backflow prevention device 3 Repair backflow prevention device 4 5 6 7 Test backflow prevention device Complete items 1, 2, 3, 4 in relation of fire protection systems Complete items 3 and 4 in relation to lawn sprinkler systems Complete items 1, 2, 3, 4 in relation to heating and cooling systems 1 Required to be under the direction of a professional engineer. 2 Required to be employed by a licenced plumbing contractor or licenced fire sprinkler contractor. 3 Required to be employed by a licenced plumbing contractor and under the direct supervision of a journeyman lumber or master plumber.
14-16 Schedule B PART I: PROVINCIAL OFFENCES ACT THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL BY-LAW NUMBER 10 2017 A BY-LAW TO REGULATE THE MUNICIPAL DRINKING WATER SYSTEM IN THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL ITEM COLUMN 1 Short Form Wording 1. Failure to submit a completed Cross Connection Survey Report 2. Failure to submit a Certificate of Compliance 4. Failure to ensure installation of a Backflow Prevention Device 5. Failure to maintain a Backflow Prevention Device in good repair 6. Failure to submit a Backflow Prevention Device Report 7. Unauthorized removal of a Backflow Prevention Device 8. Unauthorized performance under Authorized Functions List COLUMN 2 Provision Creating or Defining Offence s. 2 $250 s. 6 $250 s. 8 $500 s. 12 $400 s. 13 $250 s. 18 $500 s. 21 $500 COLUMN 3 Set Fine 1
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