The following resolution was…

The following resolution was ratified by Council of the Township of Woolwich on June 27, 2023:

That the Council of the Township of Woolwich, considering Report DS27-2023 respecting Proposed changes to the Aggregate Resources Act – To expand self-filling activities and new policies, provide the following comments in response to the associated ERO posting:
1. That the increases to the maximum annual tonnage by 5%, or temporary maximum increases of annual tonnage by 10%, proposed as not significant, be considered as significant given that such changes can impact traffic and increase noise issues;
2. That an entrance/exit change may only be permitted where it will not negatively impact/alter haul route noise; and
3. That the MNRF continue to ensure all gravel extraction operations are following the approved plans and to react in a timely manner to any concerns.

Please find attached a copy of the respective report.