Regular Meeting

Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made forthwith, as applicable.

Be it resolved that Council approves and accepts the proposed fee schedule by the Chute-a-Blondeau recreation committee.

WHEREAS the Township of East Hawkesbury declares as surplus the portion of land subject to the offer received for the (Salle des Fermières in St-Eugene). AND WHEREAS the amount of money offered for the property in St-Eugene known as salle des fermières will be recognized as a contribution from the Miner Familly to the construction of the new St-Eugene community centre. THEREFORE the council of the Township of East Hawkesbury gives authority to Mayor and CAO to proceed with the division and sale of the property specifies in the offer attached.

WHEREAS t he Township of East Hawkesbury is experiencing significant delays with their project as well as increased costs for supplies/materials to build the St. Eugene community centre. Original approved project activities will not be able to be completed by project deadline and/or CCRF program timeline (March 31, 2023). AND WHEREAS Rescoped project is being proposed with reduced activities at same level of FedDev financing. THEREFORE t he Council of the Township of East Hawkesbury authorises the CAO and Mayor to act as fallows: Phase 1 – to be completed by March 31, 2023 Detailed plans are approved. Public tender is completed and permits are obtained. Contract is awarded and construction materials are ordered. Construction including foundation slab, framing, roofing, windows and door are completed. Phase 2 – to be completed by March 31, 2024 Plumbing, electrical and HVAC work completed. Interior including finishing walls, ceiling, floors, kitchen, bar, washrooms and exterior finish of walls is constructed. Exterior civil works, grading, draining, parking and sidewalks completed Appliances are installed, building is commissioned and deficiencies identified. Building is ready for occupancy. THEREFORE t he Council of the Township of East Hawkesbury authorizes the CAO and Mayor to request, if additional funds becomes available under the CCRF program, up to $750 000 (maximum grant available on this program) The Township of East Hawkesbury contribut

WHEREAS the Township of East Hawkesbury received numerous delegations from constituents about excessive noise that are causing inconveniences to the neighbors. AND WHEREAS, the Township of East Hawkesbury has a noise by law that is outdated. THEREFORE, be it resolved that the council of the Township of East Hawkesbury instructs the Clerk to revise a noise By-Law and add Provincial offences.

WHEREAS the Township of East Hawkesbury received numerous delegations from constituents about poorly managed short-term rentals that are causing inconveniences to the neighbours. AND WHEREAS, the Township of East Hawkesbury received legal advice on this matter. THEREFORE, be it resolved that the council of the Township of East Hawkesbury ask the Clerk in collaboration with Vice Hunter LLP firm to prepare a short-term rentals By-Law to regulate by adding short-term rental licensing, limiting rentals to principal residences, imposing limits on the number of guest and Imposing time restrictions on visitation by additional guests.

Be it resolved that by-Law No. 2022-47 being a by-law to amend 2020-72 By-Law to authorize the civil marriage solemnization services by adding Josée Lalonde, be read a first, second and third time and passed in Open Council.

Be it resolved that the accounts paid for the accounts payable be approved as follows: for the August 5, 2022 to August 31. 2022 $527,569.68.

Sauvé Be it resolved that Council approves and accepts that the discretionary funds of the United Counties of Prescott and Russell be distributed as discussed at the September 12, 2022 meeting. Organization Allocation Friends of the MacDonell-Williamson House $500 Comité de la journée Antique $4000 Prescott County Plowmen`s Association $500 Fermière Chute-a-Blondeau $1500 Diner communautaire $500 Fête du Canada $2000 Comité de la veille du jour de l' an $1000

Be it resolved that Council approves and accepts the reappointment of Jean-Jacques Lacombe as Integrity Commissioner for the Township of East Hawkesbury for the year 2023 to 2024.

Be it resolved that Council approves the recommendation to develop a Tree Planting Program for 2023 And that Council approves the purchase of 800 plants from the reforestation budget, paid for by the municipality.

Be it resolved that the present meeting be adjourned for a closed session for the following purpose(s): The security of the property of the municipality or local board

WHEREAS the Township of East Hawkesbury owns 870 county Rd 10. AND WHEREAS the land has potential for development. THEREFORE the council of the Township of East Hawkesbury instructs the CAO and Clerk to get information from professionals on the exact development potential of the property.

Be it resolved that By-Law No. 2022-49 being a By-law to confirm Council proceedings at its regular meeting of Sepember 12, 2022 be read a first, second and third time and passed in Open Council.

Be it resolved that the present meeting be adjourned at 8h25 p.m.