Committee of the Whole

THAT the agenda for the Committee of the Whole meeting of September 25, 2025 be confirmed. Page 1 of 4 Minutes of the September 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting Adopted as circulated to Council on October 7, 2025

THAT the deputation by Sue Mathieu, Secretary, PEFAC Board of Directors regarding the PEFAC Annual Impact Report be received.

THAT Council designate the campaign to ensure continuity of PEFAC's operations at its current location a Project of Community Interest pursuant to FIN- 08 Donations Policy, and that Council authorize the CAO and Director of Finance to execute an agreement with PEFAC in accordance with the Policy and Canada Revenue Agency guidelines.

THAT the request from PEFAC for the designation of a Project of Community Interest be referred to staff for a report with additional information about the campaign and the terms of the agreement. Councillor Pennell requested a

THAT the comment from the audience be received.

1. THAT report DS-55-2025 regarding a review of rural area severance requirements be received; 2. THAT staff be directed to continue applying Official Plan policies related to hydrogeological reporting for the creation of new lots within the Rural Area; and Page 3 of 4 Minutes of the September 25, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting Adopted as circulated to Council on October 7, 2025 3. THAT staff be directed to conduct a review of all remaining standard condition requirements for Rural Area Severances and return with recommendations for Council's consideration.

1. THAT report OPS-18-2025 regarding proposed waste assistance for medical hardships pilot program be received; 2. THAT the Waste Assistance for Medical Hardships Pilot Program policy, available as Attachment 1 to this report, allowing a one-year pilot program for up to 20 residents to dispose of one additional bag at the curb for no cost be approved; and 3. THAT staff be directed to return to Council following completion of the pilot program with a report summarizing the results of the program and evaluating the applicability of such a program within the County.

THAT this meeting now adjourn at 3:37 p.m.