Council - Committee of the Whole

THAT the content of the Council-Committee of the Whole Agenda for April 8, 2026 be adopted as amended: Revision of the Motion in Item 14.1 Recognizing Achievement of Collingwood Resident at the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympic Winter Game; Addition of Item 14.3 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion; Addition of Item 14.4 Update Flood Modelling Standard; Addition of Item 14.5 Use of 2-D Flood Modelling for Town Projects; Addition of Item 14.6 Land Acquisition Review

THAT the minutes of Council-Committee of the Whole meeting held March 23, 2026 (excluding Committee of the Whole recommendations) and Council Meeting held March 30, 2026, be approved as amended: Correction - Councillor Ring moved RES-096-2026 on the March 23, 2026 meeting minutes.

THAT the Committee of the Whole recommendations from its meeting held March 23, 2026, be hereby approved as presented. CAO2026-04 Operational Plan - 2025 Year End & 2026 Year Start Strategic Plan Update P2026-10 Resolution of Non-Decision 3 - Black Ash Creek Special Policy Area C2026-03 Participation in the Joint Compliance Audit Committee –Municipal and School Board Election Reports/Minutes of Other Committees and Boards

DELETE : and support submitting her nomination to the Hall of Fame Awards Committee.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to review options to formally recognize athletic achievements of Collingwood residents and report back to Council with recommendations, including any associated costs and considerations.

WHEREAS Michaela Gosselin, a resident of Collingwood, represented Canada at the 2026 Milano Cortina Paralympic Winter Games and earned a bronze medal in Women’s Slalom (Standing), achieving a significant milestone in her athletic career, and the community wishes to recognize her efforts and accomplishments; AND WHEREAS the Community Based Strategic Plan is seeking action to encourage and support events, festivals, and celebrations that bring people together, foster inclusion, and showcase the richness of our culture, diversity, heritage, and community; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council invite 2026 Paralympian Michaela Gosselin to a future meeting of Council to be recognized for her significant achievement.

WHEREAS the Royal Canadian Legion nationally is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, marking a century of service to veterans, their families and communities since its incorporation in July 1926; AND WHEREAS the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #63, Collingwood is celebrating its 100th anniversary having been officially chartered on September 21st, 1926; AND WHEREAS Collingwood Branch #63 has been an integral part of our community with sponsorships in sports, the arts and community needs in addition to its support of veterans and their families; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to collaborate with Royal Canadian Legion Branch #63 and return with a recommendation(s) as to how the Town of Collingwood can recognize their historic milestone, their significant community contributions, and their integral role in our community for the past hundred years.

THAT Council directs Staff to provide a response and recommendation(s) regarding the following BMWT requests to a Committee of the Whole meeting as soon as practicable following receipt of the Huntingwood Trails OLT decision pending imminently. THAT Council of the Town of Collingwood request that the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) review and update its flood modelling standards to require the use of two-dimensional (2D) flood modelling, particularly in complex or high-risk floodplain areas. THAT Council direct staff to investigate the feasibility, implications, and potential costs of incorporating two-dimensional (2D) flood modelling into applicable Town-initiated projects where, at the Town’s discretion, enhanced modelling may provide a clear and demonstrable benefit over one-dimensional (1D) approaches, and to report back to Council with recommendations. AND THAT the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust (BMWT) requests be

THAT "the Mayor supported by" be removed from the following recommendation: THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT Council agree that the Mayor supported by senior staff select and confer with volunteer experts as may be helpful, for the purpose of receiving strategic advice related to potential property acquisition, in support of the development of recommendations to be made to Council related to the Multi‑Use Recreation Facility (MURF) and Arts Centre projects.

THAT the following be added to the recommendation: AND THAT Senior Staff report on an ongoing basis to Council on expert advise received.

WHEREAS the Community Based Strategic Plan identifies exploring the creation of a Mulit-Use Recreation Facility (MURF) and potential development of an Arts Centre; and WHEREAS Council is seeking locations for uses including an Arts Centre and a Multi-Use Recreation Facility; and WHEREAS there are experts in Collingwood who would volunteer their expertise to support Town projects, including in land acquisition, development, and building; THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT Council agree that Senior Staff select and confer with volunteer experts as may be helpful, for the purpose of receiving strategic advice related to potential property acquisition, in support of the development of recommendations to be made to Council related to the Multi‑Use Recreation Facility (MURF) and Arts Centre projects, AND THAT any such consultations are subject to robust Non‑Disclosure Agreements that protect confidentiality, and preclude participation in future procurement processes related to the projects; AND THAT Senior Staff report on an ongoing basis to Council on expert advice received.

THAT Council herein move into Committee of the Whole Session.

THAT Staff Report CCS2026-02 , 2026-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan – Operational Update and Consultation Findings, be received.

THAT Staff Report T2026-01 , Long Term Strategic Financial Plan – Part One, be received; AND THAT Council approve the recommended revisions to existing financial policies as outlined in Appendix A - Recommended Revisions to Existing Policies; AND THAT Council direct staff to develop and prepare draft versions of the following policies for Council’s review and consideration: Tax Arrears Collection and Tax Sale Policy User Fee Setting Policy Non-Tax Revenue Collection Policy Development Charge Credit Policy Municipal Act Part XII Capital Charges Policy AND THAT Council direct staff to consider the findings of the User Fee Comparator Analysis when developing recommendations for amendments to the Fees and Charges By-law for 2027, ensuring that proposed updates reflect comparative market data, industry practices, and alignment with Council’s service delivery objectives; AND THAT Council approve the recommendations outlined in Chapter Four of Appendix C with respect to the Town’s Reserve and Reserve Funds, including those proposed to be continued, modified and combined, newly created, and terminated and bring forward the necessary by-law amendments for Council consideration where applicable.

THAT Staff Report P2026-11, “Proposed Concurrent Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments – Gateway Centre (853 and 869 Hurontario Street; 7564 Poplar Sideroad)”, dated April 8, 2026 be received; AND THAT Official Plan Amendment 2 attached as Appendix “A” to this Report, be adopted and submitted to the County of Simcoe for approval; AND THAT an amending Zoning By-law, attached as Appendix “B”, to this Report be enacted and passed.

THAT Council provide relief to certain provisions of the Tree Permit under By-law 2012-084 that would allow for permit issuance prior to the County of Simcoe rendering a decision on the Official Plan Amendment, with appropriate conditions as outlined in Staff Report P2026-11.

THAT Staff Report T2026-02, 2026 Council Community Grant Award, be received; AND THAT Council award eligible 2026 applicants funding based on the average amount allocated by each member of Council, from the 2026 operating budget, totaling $102,626.

MacCulloch THAT Staff Report IN2026-03 , Semi-Annual Water and Wastewater Uncommitted Hydraulic Reserve Capacity Update, dated April 8th, 2026, be received.

THAT the following minutes of Other Committees and Boards be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved: Minutes - Collingwood Heritage Committee - March 5, 2026 Minutes - Downtown Collingwood BIA Board of Management - March 12, 2026 Minutes - Collingwood Public Library Board - February 26, 2026

THAT Council herein rise from Committee of the Whole and return to the regular Council meeting.

THAT By-law No. 2026-025 , being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the regular meeting of Council held April 8, 2026, be enacted and passed this 8th day of April, 2026.

THAT the Council meeting be hereby adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to review options to formally recognize athletic achievements of Collingwood residents and report back to Council with recommendations, including any associated costs and considerations.

THAT Staff Report IN2026-03, Semi-Annual Water and Wastewater Uncommitted Hydraulic Reserve Capacity Update, dated April 8th, 2026, be received.