Addington Highlands public meetings in 2024
43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Kaladar Barrie Joint Fire Committee
The Kaladar Barrie Joint Fire Committee approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from September 12, 2024. It received administrative reports on conference takeaways, fuel costs, radio repeater issues, and tanker bids. The committee also set the dates and times for its 2025 meetings.
- Approval of the December 20, 2024 agenda
- Adoption of minutes dated September 12, 2024
- Setting 2025 meeting dates and times for the Joint Fire Committee
- Receipt of a fuel‑cost report comparing bulk ($1.41) and retail ($1.44, $1.39) diesel prices
- Receipt of a tanker bids report (no bids attached)
Regular Meeting
The Addington Highlands Council is meeting to decide on the 2025 salary grid for non-unionized employees and a 4% remuneration increase for Council. The body will also review a presentation on attainable housing and various requests for funding and support.
- Proposed 4.0% increase in Council remuneration
- Approval of a $250 donation to the Denbigh Festival of Lights and Memorial Tree fireworks
- By-law 0953/2024 for a licence agreement for travel over an unopened road allowance in Kaladar
- Review of the 2025 OPP Detachment Board Budget
- Presentation by Segal Construction regarding attainable housing
Properties and Recreation Facilities
The Properties and Recreation Facilities Committee will consider awarding a contract for new playground equipment at Tracey Park and Heritage Park to Playground Planners, and approve the purchase and installation of accessibility items at the Addington Highlands Community Centre (AHCC). The committee will also review budgetary control reports for the AHCC, Northbrook Medical Centre, and Recreation services.
- Award playground installation contract to Playground Planners ($50,106 total)
- Approve purchase and installation of Kid Timbers, Accessible Ramp, and Cedar Weave at AHCC ($21,154.39)
- Review budgetary control for Addington Highlands Community Centre - Denbigh
- Review budgetary control for Northbrook Medical Centre
- Review budgetary control for Recreation facilities
Regular Meeting
The council will review requests for holiday alcohol sales at Northbrook Foodland and a land-use agreement for the Mazinaw Powerline Snowmobile Club. Other business includes the 2025 meeting schedule and the sale of shore road allowances.
- Request from Northbrook Foodland to sell alcohol during statutory holidays
- Memorandum of Understanding with Mazinaw Powerline Snowmobile Club for O'Donnell Road use
- Adoption of $117,000 WSIB maximum insurable earnings ceiling for volunteer firefighters in 2025
- RFP for an ATV for the Denbigh Fire Department
- Proposed sale of Shore Road Allowance abutting Weslemkoon Lake to Peter Dann
Regular Meeting
The Township of Addington Highlands is reviewing requests for community donations and several provincial resolutions regarding rural funding and safety. Council will also consider a noise by-law exemption for fireworks and a master services agreement for blue box materials.
- Proposed $750 donation to Denbigh Griffith Lions Club Christmas Hamper Program
- Proposed $750 donation to Land O'Lakes Community Services Christmas Hamper Program
- Request for noise by-law exemption for fireworks at Denbigh Festival of Lights on Dec 14, 2024
- By-law #0947/2024 to authorize a Master Services Agreement with Circular Materials Ontario
- By-law #0948/2024 to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with Griffith Matawatchan Snow-Dusters
AHEAD Committee
The Addington Highlands AHEAD Committee will review information on the 2024 Community Builder Award, accept nominations, and select award recipients. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, adoption of minutes, and disclosure of pecuniary interests.
- Review and recommend Community Builder Award categories and past recipient information (Item 7.1)
- Accept written nominations for Community Builder Awards (Item 7.2)
- Select recipients for the Community Builder Awards (Item 7.3)
- Approve the AHEAD Committee agenda (Item 2.1)
- Adopt minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting (Item 3.1)
Regular Meeting
The council is discussing a partnership with the County for a high-density social housing project, including the potential donation of municipal land. Other business includes reviewing a waste services agreement and a conservation budget.
- Proposed donation of municipal properties in Kaladar, Flinton, Northbrook, or Denbigh for social housing
- Blue Box Depot Services Agreement with Circular Materials for Jan 1 to Dec 25, 2025
- Quinte Conservation 2025 Preliminary Budget, Asset Management Plan, and Fee Policy
- Request from Northbrook Gas & Variety to sell alcohol on statutory holidays for 2024 and 2025
- Memorandum of Understanding renewal with Griffith Matawatchan Snowmobile Club for E102 trail
Working Group - Waste Management/Waste Diversion
The Working Group will review the Circular Materials Agreements with Circular Materials Ontario and make a recommendation to council on whether to accept or reject the contract. The agreement includes a monthly payment of $25,789 plus adjustments, and CMO will provide $1 per household for promotion and education. The township would contribute $61,164 to operate the recycling depot in 2025, while Stewardship Ontario funding will be $0 that year. The group will discuss the financial impact and policy implications before advising council.
- Proposed payment of $25,789 per month plus adjustments under the agreement
- CMO to pay $1 per household ($2,700) for promotion and education
- CMO payment calculator shows $459,302 expected from CMO in 2025
- Township contribution of $61,164 to operate the recycling depot in 2025
- Stewardship Ontario funding will be $0 in 2025
Regular Meeting
The body is reviewing a presentation on affordable housing services and considering a request to manage Eurasian Water-Milfoil. Council will also vote on several resolutions from other municipalities regarding public health and provincial regulations.
- Presentation by Lynn Chenier on high-density and affordable housing projects
- Request to manage Eurasian Water-Milfoil and pursue a $16 million provincial grant
- Approval of a 4-foot high chain link fence at the Flinton Library
- 2025 Annual Billing Statement Package from the Ontario Provincial Police
- Engineering design update for the Denbigh Rink
AHEAD Committee
The AHEAD Committee will consider a presentation by Marlean McLean on the Economic/Environmental/Tourism Plan that includes a community garden and growing dome. The committee will also receive information on the Edible Trees Grant from Tree Canada. Additional items include a report on the My Main Street funding application, a Lennox & Addington County report, and a Community Builder Awards report with a call for nominations.
- Presentation by Marlean McLean on Economic/Environmental/Tourism Plan (community garden and growing dome)
- Presentation by Marlean McLean on Edible Trees Grant (Tree Canada)
- Report on My Main Street funding application – application was not successful
- L&A County Report presented by Rob Plumley
- Community Builder Award report and call for nominations in the Frontenac News
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider a partnership for high density social housing and seek legal advice regarding Algonquin land claim negotiations. The meeting also includes several requests for noise by-law exemptions and a rental fee waiver.
- Request to seek legal advice on Township representation for Algonquin land claim negotiations
- Discussion on a 42-unit high density social housing project with the County of Lennox & Addington
- By-law #0943/2024: Development Agreement for potable water with Jason and Carol-Anne Bell
- Noise by-law exemptions for Lions Club fireworks (Nov 23) and a Trunk or Treat event (Oct 31)
- Request to waive Flinton Hall rental fee for a meet and greet with the LACGH CEO on Oct 19
Committee of Adjustment
The Addington Highlands Committee of Adjustment will decide on Application SEV 2024/05 submitted by Thomas, Bruce and Susan Knight. The application seeks to create a new lot and a right‑of‑way easement on the property at 93 Buckshot Drive. The Committee has recommended granting consent subject to several conditions, including survey, tax payment and zoning amendment requirements. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as approval of the agenda and minutes.
- Application SEV 2024/05 – consent to sever a 2‑acre parcel and create an easement at 93 Buckshot Drive
- Condition: provide two metric survey copies signed by an Ontario Land Surveyor
- Condition: pay all taxes, debentures or other amounts owing to the Township on the land
- Condition: obtain an entrance permit for access from Buckshot Drive
- Condition: apply for a Zoning By‑law Amendment to address reduced frontage and zoning classification
Regular Meeting
The Township of Addington Highlands is reviewing requests for land sales, a wireless communications tower, and various community event permits. Council will also discuss provincial resolutions regarding doctor recruitment and wetland protections.
- Proposed wireless communications tower at 1417 Hughes Landing Road for Rogers Communications
- Application to purchase shore road allowance at Ashby White Lake (Showell)
- Request to transfer a portion of Oborne Point Road to the Township (Dobby)
- By-law #0941/2024 to close and sell shore road allowance at Skootamatta Lake
- Fee waiver and property use for 7th Annual Trunk or Treat in Flinton
Properties and Recreation
The Properties and Recreation Facilities Committee is meeting to discuss playground equipment designs funded by an Ontario Trillium grant. The body will also consider a community garden proposal and select a vendor for new tables and chairs at Flinton Hall.
- Approval of playground equipment designs and colors for Heritage Park, Tracey Park, and Addington Highlands Community Centre
- Selection of a vendor for replacement tables and chairs at Upper Level Flinton Hall
- Review of a community garden/growing dome proposal from Marlean McLean
- Review of budgetary control for Recreation, AHCC-Denbigh, and Northbrook Medical Centre as of August 31, 2024
- Discussion regarding Rink Custodians for Ward 1 and Ward 2
Special
The Township of Addington Highlands is considering By-law #0940/2024 to authorize a Medical Services Agreement with Dr. Richard Weldon. The agreement aims to address a shortage of family physicians by securing full-time medical services for residents.
- By-law #0940/2024 to authorize a Medical Services Agreement with Dr. Richard Weldon
- Annual payment of $15,000 for a five-year term, totaling $75,000
- Services to be provided at Northbrook Medical Centre (12357 Hwy 41) and 31 Central Street, Denbigh
- Agreement term from September 16, 2024, to September 16, 2028
Kaladar Barrie Joint Fire Committee
The Kaladar Barrie Joint Fire Committee is meeting to receive routine updates, including the fire chief's report on training and equipment, and financial reports for January to August 2024. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss the fire chief's 2024 performance evaluation and adopt minutes from a previous closed meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Closed session to discuss Kaladar Barrie Fire Chief's 2024 performance evaluation
- Receive fire chief's 'Quick Updates' report on training, PPE, and officer vacancies
- Receive treasurer's budgetary control and general ledger reports for Jan-Aug 2024
- Discussion of email from Bill Irving about portable radio coverage limitations
- Adoption of minutes from June 7, 2024 meeting
Joint Councils Meeting
The Township of North Frontenac and Township of Addington Highlands are holding a joint council meeting to discuss shared services and regional issues. Topics include waste management, mandatory septic inspections, road maintenance agreements, the Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department budget, by-law enforcement, doctor recruitment incentives, cell coverage, affordable housing, economic development, short-term accommodations, renewable energy, and a request from the Mazinaw Property Owners Association regarding Eurasian milfoil treatment. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented, with no formal decisions listed except for agenda approval and adjournment.
- Cloyne Waste Site shared service and Blue Box Program discussion
- Mandatory septic inspections
- Roads maintenance agreements
- Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department budget and role
- Doctor recruitment incentive program and request to province for reimbursement (Resolution #129-24)
Regular Meeting
Addington Highlands Council will hear a presentation from the Mazinaw Property Owners Association requesting the township issue official tax receipts for donations toward a $115,000 Eurasian milfoil treatment on Mazinaw Lake. Council will also consider several resolutions of support, including calls for a halt to NORM transportation, more OINP spots, and doubled federal infrastructure funding. Several contracts for road and facility work are up for approval.
- Presentation from Mazinaw Property Owners Association on Eurasian milfoil and request for tax receipts; treatment cost $115,000
- Resolution supporting Nairn and Hyman/Baldwin call to halt NORM transport to ALTMA site
- RFP 2024-03: $30,500 plus HST to Hamilton Smith for Northbrook Garage heating system
- 2024 Winter Sand RFQ: Danford Construction at $19.50/tonne and RJ Selle at $11.49/tonne
- Report on keeping backyard chickens; staff to develop a questionnaire
Committee of Adjustment
The Addington Highlands Committee of Adjustment will consider two consent applications: a deferral request for SEV 2024/06 (McNeill) due to site concerns, and a recommendation to approve SEV 2024/07 (Borutski) for a lot addition along Highway 41. The meeting also includes routine approval of agenda and minutes.
- SEV 2024/06 - McNeill: Deferral recommended for proposed severance at 80 Chatson Drive due to wet conditions and unidentified structures
- SEV 2024/07 - Borutski: Lot addition of ~1 acre from 83.53-acre parcel to 24683 Highway 41, increasing frontage to ~167 m
- MTO conditions: 0.3-meter strip along Hwy 41 to be deeded to MTO, no direct access from severed lands
- All taxes and amounts owing to Township must be paid in full as condition of approval
Regular Meeting
The Addington Highlands Township Council is holding its regular meeting on August 6, 2024, to consider several items, including noise by-law exemptions for the North of 7 Challenge and a private event, a request to create an access route over an unopened road allowance, and a request for a growing dome for a community garden. The council will also receive the public consultation package for a proposed Rogers wireless communications site at 1417 Hughes Landing Road, and vote on several by-laws, including one to authorize a licence agreement for travel over an unopened road allowance. The agenda includes multiple resolutions from other municipalities seeking support on issues like basic income, physician shortages, and OPP funding.
- Noise by-law exemption for North of 7 Challenge on Aug 31-Sep 1, 2024, 9 am-7 pm
- Noise by-law exemption for Darryl and Natalie Tryon on Oct 5-6, 2024, 7:30 pm-12 am
- Request to create access route over unopened road allowance (Farnden/Brown, Kaladar)
- Rogers wireless site public consultation package for 1417 Hughes Landing Road
- By-law #0934/2024 to authorize licence agreement with Wendy Malcolm for road allowance travel
Regular Meeting
The Addington Highlands Council is reviewing several municipal matters including a wireless tower site report and requests for conservation program participation. The meeting also covers significant capital expenditures for a new fire truck, a backhoe, and gravel contracts.
- Approval of a maximum $800,000 budget for a new fire tanker
- Approval of a Case 695 SV backhoe purchase for a maximum of $220,000
- Awarding of gravel tender 2024-02 to Danford Construction at $11.00/tonne
- Review of a Rogers Communications wireless tower site report for 1417 Hughes Landing Rd.
- Request from Lions Club of Land O'Lakes for a noise by-law exemption on August 17, 2024
AHEAD Committee
The AHEAD Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss business arising from past meetings. The agenda includes a verbal update regarding My Main Street funding and a report from L&A County.
- Verbal update on My Main Street Funding from P Gray
- L&A County Report from Rob Plumley
Regular Meeting
The Council will review several provincial resolutions, adopt a new energy conservation plan, and consider local requests for donations and by-law exemptions. They will also receive updates on tax policy and the establishment of an OPP Detachment Board.
- Approval of a $500 donation for the Mazinaw Lake Swim Program
- Request for a Noise By-law exemption for Saint John the Evangelist fireworks on Dec 1, 2024
- Adoption of the Energy Conservation & Demand Management Plan 2024 - 2029
- Resolution supporting a province-wide permit system for motorized trail use
- By-law #0930/2024 regarding a licence agreement with Helga and Christopher Wybrow
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several applications for minor variances and land consents. Key items include a request to reduce a waterbody setback for an accessible deck and a recommendation for deferral on two consent applications.
- Minor variance for 190 5th Concession Road North to reduce waterbody setback from 30m to 21m
- Minor variance application for 510 Henniger Road
- Consent applications SEV 2024/01 and SEV 2024/02 for 13586 Highway 41
- Staff recommendation for deferral regarding the Hook consent applications
- Request to revise conditions for SEV 2022/08 (Morrison/McLeod)
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider a request from the County of Lennox & Addington to collaborate on a GIS Strategic Plan. They will also discuss a request from the Mazinaw Powerline Snowmobile Club to use Township property via a Memorandum of Understanding.
- Request for Township staff to collaborate with County staff on a GIS Strategic Plan
- Mazinaw Powerline Snowmobile Club request for use of Township property via MOU
- Review of the draft July 2024 newsletter
- Discussion of a resolution from the City of Belleville regarding family physician compensation
- Request to draft a new Seasonal Load Restriction By-law
Regular Meeting
The Council will review the 2023 Audit Findings Report and Consolidated Financial Statements prepared by KPMG. The meeting also includes discussions on road naming, requests for donation and rental fee waivers, and several applications regarding township road allowances.
- Review of 2023 Audit Findings Report and Consolidated Financial Statements by KPMG
- Delegation regarding road naming, civic addressing, and road transfer
- Request for donation from Cloyne and District Historical Society
- Request for rental fee waivers and funding support from NAEC School Advisory Council
- Request for noise by-law exemption from Denbigh Recreation
Special
The Council is reviewing requests from Bence Motors regarding their 2nd Annual Parking Lot Party Fundraiser scheduled for May 25, 2024. The requests include designating the event as municipally significant to allow for a beer tent and granting a noise by-law exemption for a live band.
- Request to designate Bence Motors 2nd Annual Parking Lot Party Fundraiser as a Municipally Significant Event
- Request for a Noise By-law exemption for an outdoor concert on May 25, 2024, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- Proposed donation of all fundraiser proceeds to two local food banks
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance for Iain and Joseph Howieson to increase a guest cabin's maximum area from 20 sq. m to 38.8 sq. m. The proposal includes installing a new Class 4 sewage disposal system to service both the existing seasonal dwelling and the new cabin. Approval is subject to specific conditions regarding slope stability and sediment control.
- Minor Variance MV 2024/01: Increase guest cabin area from 20 sq. m to 38.8 sq. m at 221 Mazinaw Lake
- Installation of a new Class 4 sewage disposal system to replace an existing privy
- Requirement for sediment control measures and preservation of slope vegetation
- Requirement to install eaves troughing on the guest cabin to direct runoff away from the slope
Regular Meeting
The Council is reviewing the 2024 Consolidated Budget, which includes a net levy of $3,882,082. The meeting also addresses a report on excluding specific expenses from the budget under Ontario Regulation 284/09.
- Adoption of 2024 Consolidated Budget with $7,517,759 in estimated expenditures
- Establishment of a $3,882,082 net levy and 2024 taxation rates
- Adoption of report regarding the exclusion of amortization and benefit expenses from the budget
- Request to use Denbigh Ball Diamond for parking on June 1, 2024
- Request for a flashing light at Highway 41 and Addington Road 5
Regular Meeting
The Council will review applications for the Community Safety Committee and consider several resolutions from other municipalities. Discussion includes requests for insurance for local recreation events and support for provincial-level policy changes.
- Community Safety Committee 2024 appointments
- Insurance request for Denbigh Recreation Committee ATV Poker Run and Horse Pull
- Cloyne Recreation Club request for Roads and Fire Department participation in 'Meet the Machine' event
- Resolution regarding provincial phase-out of free private well testing
- Resolution regarding a Municipal Accessibility Fund
Budget
Council is reviewing the 2024 draft General Budget and various departmental budget reports. The meeting includes discussions on capital needs, asset management progress, and strategic planning updates.
- 2024 draft General Budget
- 2024 draft Capital Budget
- Denbigh Fire operating Budget
- Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department 2024 draft budget
- 2024 Emergency Preparedness Budget
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider several resolutions from other municipalities regarding provincial funding, healthcare, and energy policy. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on local programs and the adoption of a new salary grid for non-unionized staff.
- Adoption of By-law #0918/2024 for the 2024 Non-Unionized Staff Salary Grid
- Request to waive rental fees for North Addington Education Centre at Flinton Ball Diamond
- Review of North Frontenac resolution regarding provincial reimbursement for doctor recruitment
- Review of Hastings Highlands resolution supporting funding for a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner
- Review of Adelaide Metcalfe resolution to increase the Tile Loan limit to $100,000
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider several minor variance applications and a request for a cancellation certificate. One primary application seeks to exceed the 20 square metre limit for a guest cabin to build a 38.3 square metre bunkie.
- Minor Variance MV 2024/01: Bunkie area increase at 221 Mazinaw Lake
- Minor Variance MV 2024/02: Jones application
- Minor Variance MV 2024/03: Sodtka/Fraser application
- Cancellation Certificate request: 445 Oborne Point Road (Lot 1, Plan 947)
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider the 2024 Operational and Capital Budgets and a proposed 7.0% salary increase for non-unionized employees. Other business includes requests for black bear study permissions and various municipal resolutions.
- Approval of 2024 non-unionized employee salary grid and a 7.0% Council remuneration increase
- Ministry of Natural Resources request to use road allowances for black bear demographic studies
- Skootamatta District Ratepayers Association request to repair the Trail's End Boat Launch
- Flinton Recreation Club request to paint court lines at the Flinton rink
- By-laws #0915/2024 and #0916/2024 to close and sell designated shore road allowance lands
Working Group - Waste Management/Waste Diversion
The Waste Management/Waste Diversion Working Group is reviewing four potential models for the upcoming Blue Box transition involving Circular Materials Ontario (CMO). The group is evaluating whether the Township should manage its own recycling depots, enter into operations or collections agreements, or allow CMO to take over all services.
- Review of Blue Box Transition report with four service options
- Review of 2023 Summary of Waste Sites provided to MECP
- Discussion of mattress and large furniture disposal options
- Report on the approval of a Diabetes Canada Textile bin for Macavoy Waste Site
Properties and Recreation Facilities
The Properties and Recreation Facilities Committee is reviewing draft 2024 budgets for recreation, the Northbrook Medical Centre, and the Addington Highlands Community Centre in Denbigh. The committee is also considering a letter from the Denbigh Recreation Committee regarding playground and rink upgrades.
- Draft 2024 Recreation budget with a net amount to levy of $274,009
- Draft 2024 Northbrook Medical Centre budget with a net amount to levy of $37,345
- Denbigh Recreation Committee request for playground equipment and rink upgrades
- Denbigh Recreation Committee commitment of $5,000 toward playground equipment
- Proposed capital projects including a $175,000 rink cover for Denbigh Rink
AHEAD Committee
The committee is reviewing a staff report regarding a My Main Street Community Activator funding application. The proposed project involves installing historical plaques and beautification efforts along Highway 41 in Northbrook.
- My Main Street Community Activator funding opportunity of up to $250,000.00
- Proposed installation of 10 historical plaques along Highway 41 in Northbrook
- Proposed community beautification event involving professional junk removal services
- L&A County Report by Rob Plumley
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing an application to sever a 3.1 hectare parcel of land from a larger 38.8 hectare property at 2834 Flinton Road. The proposal seeks to create one new lot for future residential use. Staff recommend approval subject to several conditions, including road widening and water supply requirements.
- Consent application SEV 2023/05 to create one new residential lot at 2834 Flinton Road
- Consent applications SEV 2023/06 and SEV 2023/07 for Glastonbury Road
- Proposed road widening of 13.1m (43ft) along County Road 29 frontage
- Requirement for applicant to establish a well on the severed parcel
Regular Meeting
The Council is reviewing several community requests, including funding for the Land O'Lakes Garden Club and mental health awareness initiatives. The meeting also includes discussions on provincial recycling regulations and funding for libraries and museums.
- Land O'Lakes Garden Club funding request (deferred to budget)
- Resolution to support Township of Perry's request to amend Blue Box recycling regulations
- Resolution to support Town of Lincoln's request for increased library and museum funding
- By-law #0913/2024 to stop up, close, and sell part of the Shore Road Allowance at Skootamatta Lake
- Approval of the 2024 Kaladar/Barrie Fire Department budget
Regular Meeting
The Council will consider several requests, including rental fee waivers and a grant request from Land O'Lakes Community Services. Members will also review resolutions regarding rail transit, water system sustainability, and firefighting strategies.
- Grant request from Land O'Lakes Community Services for $1.75 per household
- Rental fee waiver request for Flinton Ball Diamond and Canteen
- Resolution regarding VIA and Metrolinx priority over freight rail lines
- Resolution regarding rural water and wastewater system sustainability
- Resolution regarding provincial and national firefighting strategies
Regular Meeting
The Council will review an update on industrial wind turbines and the IESO's upcoming long-term energy procurement process. Staff are seeking direction on how the Township should provide feedback regarding municipal support resolutions and community engagement.
- Renewable energy update regarding IESO LT2 procurement
- Official Plan Review verbal update
- Request to waive Denbigh Hall rental fees for St. Luke's United Church
- Request to waive Denbigh Hall and Community Centre fees for Eastern Ontario Homesteading Conference
- Resolution supporting Municipal Equipment Operator Course development
Working Group - Waste Management/Waste Diversion
The Waste Management/Waste Diversion Working Group is reviewing costs for disposing of mattresses and large metal furniture. They are also discussing three options for recycling hauling as the township transitions to producer responsibility in 2025.
- Review of mattress disposal costs: Kimco offers $140/tonne plus $1200/trip trucking
- Comparison of mattress disposal between Kimco, Napanee Waste Solutions, and local landfill
- Discussion of recycling haul options for the 2025 transition to Circular Materials Ontario
- Review of recycling haul cost analysis for locations including Kaladar, Vennachar, and MackAvoy
Regular Meeting
The Ministry of Transportation presented data showing a traffic signal is now warranted at the intersection of Highway 7, Highway 41, and County Road 41. Council will also discuss requests regarding unmaintained road allowances and a $1,000 donation request from the Lions Club of Land O Lakes.
- MTO presentation on Highway 7, 41, and County Road 41 intersection warrants
- Ken Chatson presentation regarding use of unmaintained road allowance
- Township of North Frontenac letter of support for Highway 41 and 7 traffic lights
- Lions Club of Land O Lakes request for $1,000 donation
- Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority 2024 Draft Budget review