Committee of the Whole

That the agenda for the Committee of the Whole meeting of September 7, 2021, be approved.

Resolved that the question be called on the adoption of the Grimsby Green Advisory Committee minutes. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Kadwell, Sharpe, Vardy and Mayor Jordan No: Councillors Ritchie and Vaine

Resolved that the Grimsby Green Advisory Committee of August 11 be received. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Kadwell, Sharpe, Vardy and Mayor Jordan No: Councillors Ritchie and Vaine

Be it resolved that Report FIN 21-25, Appointment of Auditors, dated September 7, 2021 be received; and That the firm Grant Thornton LLP Chartered Professional Accountants be appointed as the Town Auditor for an additional two-year term representing fiscal years of 2021 and 2022;and That staff be directed to prepare the necessary By-law. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Kadwell, Ritchie, Sharpe, and Vaine No: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Vardy, and Mayor Jordan

WHEREAS the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its final report on June 2, 2015, which included 94 Calls to Action to redress the legacy of residential schools and advance the process of Canadian reconciliation; Page 4 of 9 Committee of the Whole September 7, 2021 AND WHEREAS the recent discoveries of remains and unmarked graves across Canada have led to increased calls for all levels of government to address the recommendations in the TRC’s Calls to Action; AND WHEREAS all Canadians and all orders of government have a role to play in reconciliation; AND WHEREAS Recommendation #80 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission called upon the federal government, in collaboration with Aboriginal peoples, to establish, as a statutory holiday, a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to ensure that public commemoration of the history and legacy of residential schools remains a vital component of the reconciliation process; AND WHEREAS the Federal Government has announced September 30th, 2021, as the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (National Orange Shirt Day) and a statutory holiday; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Grimsby does hereby commit to recognizing September 30th, 2021, as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (National Orange Shirt Day) by sharing the stories of residential school survivors, their families, and communities. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Kadwell, Ritch

Whereas the Town of Grimsby is a vibrant growing community with pent- up demand for year-round aquatic programs for all ages of residents; and Whereas, in the Town of Grimsby swimming is a popular activity that is enjoyed by all ages, and indoor pools should be a core recreational and health related service; and Page 5 of 9 Committee of the Whole September 7, 2021 Whereas in recent surveys around the country, 60% of households participate in swimming at indoor aquatic facilities, including learn‐to‐ swim, special interest (e.g., diving, synchronized swimming, etc.), swimming leadership, aquatic fitness, and community rentals; and Whereas, currently, the Lion’s Club community pool is only accessible 2- 3 months of the year; and because it’s an outside pool is also hampered by weather thus a closure factor even in summer; and the YMCA is private and expensive and inaccessible for most residents; therefore, our residents must travel outside of Grimsby in the offseason; and Whereas, learning how to swim can be a lifesaver and death by drowning continues to be one of the top killers of kids in the summer months and while accidents do happen, giving children a place to take swimming lessons close to their homes can save lives in the future. Whereas, our community is on Lake Ontario, and according to the national statistics, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death to children ages one through 14 years, so it is crucial that all kids learn how to sw

Resolved that the correspondence item regarding COVID-19 vaccination policy update be

Resolved that the resolution regarding COVID-19 vaccination policy be amended to include that all persons be required to have rapid antigen testing. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Ritchie, Sharpe, Vaine, and Vardy No: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Kadwell, and Mayor Jordan

Resolved that that the correspondence under Administration and Finance pertaining to Niagara Region Memorandum CAO 17-2021 COVID-19 Vaccination Policy Update, be received; and That staff, in consultation with the Regional Municipality of Niagara, be directed to develop and implement a policy, and any required procedures, to require all Town employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, at the earliest opportunity, subject to and in compliance with any applicable legal directives and requirements, including but not limited to applicable human rights obligations, accommodation of employees legally entitled to accommodation, MFIPPA and PHIP; and That the applicable provisions of the abovementioned vaccination policy include members of Council who wish to attend in-person meetings (including Committee and Council), conduct business on Town property or facilities, or attend official events in their capacity as a Town Councillor. RECORDED VOTE requested by Mayor Jordan. Yes: Councillors Bothwell, Freake, Kadwell, and Mayor Jordan No: Councillors Ritchie, Sharpe, Vaine, and Vardy

Resolved that the correspondence under Administration and Finance pertaining to the United Way Flag Raising Request; be received; and Page 8 of 9 Committee of the Whole September 7, 2021 That Council approve the request.

Resolved that the following correspondence items be recieved: • Niagara Region CLK-C 2021-138 By-law 2021-66, By-law 2021- 67, be received.

Resolved that the following correspondence items be recieved • Notification - Premier Ford - Comprehensive Marine Strategy; and • Niagara Region Report CLK-C 2021-132 PDS 32-2021 Update on Niagara Official Plan Further Draft Policy Development • Niagara Region Report CLK-C 2021-144 PDS 34-2021 Regional Response – Proposed Land Use Compatibility Guideline; and • Niagara Region Report PDS 33-2021 Niagara Official Plan Land Needs Assessment and Settlement Area Boundary Review Update, be received. • NRT OnDemand Dashboard - West Niagara, be received.