{ "city": "Algonquin Highlands", "state": "Ontario", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/algonquinhighlands/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-26", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-08-13", "body": "Airport Committee", "headline": "Airport Committee to review Summer Fly-In and plan Fall 2026 event", "summary": "The Airport Committee is meeting to review food and merchandise sales and aircraft rides from the June 27th Summer Fly-In. The body will also discuss logistics and planning for a Fall 2026 Fly-In.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450892/Airport%20Committee%20-%2013%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=27AB9E0823864DA89A9FA133E3FBA5AA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5130" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "Special Meeting", "headline": "Council holds closed session on CAO recruitment", "summary": "The Algonquin Highlands Council will meet in a special session to approve its agenda, hear the mayor's remarks, and address any pecuniary interests. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personal matters related to the recruitment of a new Chief Administrative Officer. The council will also adopt a confirmatory by‑law (No. 2026‑74) that ratifies all actions taken at this special meeting. The meeting will adjourn after these items are completed.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450863/Special%20Meeting%20-%2021%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=8A9DA194C72148529B2DD65A710D3C9C", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5127" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to consider airport development and administrative appointments", "summary": "The Township of Algonquin Highlands Council will discuss airport development proposals and hangar options. The body is also deciding on several administrative appointments and amendments to the Clean and Clear By-law.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450777/Regular%20Council%20-%2016%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=80B8ECC084054045B048B033840894AE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5066" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Airport Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews June 27 Summer Fly‑In and plans Fall 2026 Fly‑In", "summary": "The Airport Committee will review the recent Summer Fly‑In held on June 27, covering food and merchandise sales, aircraft rides, and other comments. It will also discuss logistics for the upcoming Fall 2026 Fly‑In. Items in progress such as sponsorships, volunteers, and food supplies will be updated.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450528/Airport%20Committee%20-%2016%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=89202B600377492BB3F6F4E98CEE90FC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5124" }, { "date": "2026-07-10", "body": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee", "headline": "Stanhope Museum Committee to select new chair and discuss terms of reference", "summary": "The Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee will meet to discuss the resignation of the current chair, select a new chair, and review the committee's terms of reference. The meeting will also cover volunteer recruitment and a closed session regarding a municipal employee appointment.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450644/Stanhope%20Heritage%20Museum%20Committee%20-%2010%20Jul%20202.pdf?handle=5DA821C41F2E4A14914398214A9A7236", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5126" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Airport Committee", "headline": "Committee finalizes Summer Fly-In logistics for June 27", "summary": "The Airport Committee is discussing final preparations for the upcoming Summer Fly-In on June 27, 2026. Items include advertisement, volunteer coordination, food supplies and health unit requirements, and vendor arrangements such as aircraft rides and local artisans. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the previous meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450385/Airport%20Committee%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=D217DE05030B4AE7ABAAFF311A1B029C", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5121" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Public hearing on zoning by-law amendment for Kawagama Lake property", "summary": "Council will hold a public meeting and later vote on a zoning by-law amendment (Falkenberg) for lands on Kawagama Lake. A two-hour facilitated session with EORN will gather input on community-wide affordability and governance. A by-law authorizing a two-fire-department response agreement with neighbouring townships is up for approval, along with a new purchasing policy and multiple shore road allowance closings. Council will also enter closed session for litigation, personnel, and solicitor-client advice.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/450421/Regular%20Council%20-%2018%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=DE5109064D6C474DBBD0C292D900340A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5065" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee", "headline": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee discusses exhibits and maintenance", "summary": "The committee is reviewing museum operations including upcoming exhibits, community outreach events, and heritage garden maintenance. Discussions also addressed volunteer recruitment and potential contingency planning regarding the county governance review.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449800/Stanhope%20Heritage%20Museum%20Committee%20-%2015%20Jun%20202.pdf?handle=E61CB444BA544AA98F46FFE3ADD709C4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5118" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Airport Committee", "headline": "Committee to finalize Summer Fly-In plans and begin Fall Fly-In logistics", "summary": "The Airport Committee will discuss final preparations for the Summer Fly-In on June 27, 2026, including poster review, volunteer assignments, food supplies, and vendor coordination. They will also start detailed planning for the Fall 2026 Fly-In, covering sponsorships, vendors, entertainment, and site logistics.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449849/Airport%20Committee%20-%2011%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=FBEC5509476D479E97B103AD263C59CE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5119" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "CANCELLED - Special Meeting", "headline": "Special council meeting on June 9, 2026 cancelled", "summary": "This special meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council was cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449437/Special%20Meeting%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=22C70A4BBF6643E08E03D343FA114649", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5064" }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to decide four minor variance applications", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide four minor variance applications seeking relief from zoning by-law requirements for properties on Bear Lake, Kushog Lake, Kawagama Lake, and in Stanhope Township. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a land acknowledgment.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449525/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2029%20May%202026.pdf?handle=6EAAF44FBF934316A6ADCE5DF7A3441A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5108" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Environment and Stewardship Committee", "headline": "Organic waste diversion summer outreach plan to be discussed", "summary": "The Environment and Stewardship Committee will discuss new business items including a summer outreach plan for organic waste diversion, a pesticide-free pledge promotion, and invasive species research results. Also on the agenda is the County Affordability Study. No decisions are indicated; items are listed for discussion.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/448614/Environment%20and%20Stewardship%20Committee%20-%2026%20May%20.pdf?handle=E9B6F383DCAE4F69B1E9808FAFB463E7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5105" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Dorset Heritage Museum", "headline": "Committee to discuss $35,000 funding for Friends' Gazebo Project and Heritage Day", "summary": "The Dorset Heritage Museum Committee will review the budget, including a $35,000 shortfall for the Friends of the DH Museum Gazebo Project, and discuss a $30,000 donation commitment. They will also plan Heritage Day on June 27, 2026, and consider committee membership, exhibits, advertising, and volunteer schedule changes.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449576/Dorset%20Heritage%20Museum%20-%2026%20May%202026.pdf?handle=AF600AD3BC3343188C938532927C96BB", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5114" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee", "headline": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee reviews finances, exhibits, and maintenance updates.", "summary": "The Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee will review routine operational updates, including the financial report, marketing, and website status. Members will discuss 2026 exhibit plans, community outreach, and heritage garden maintenance. The agenda also covers building repairs, collections management, and volunteer recruitment.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/449119/Stanhope%20Heritage%20Museum%20Committee%20-%2019%20May%20202.pdf?handle=08A06292AB344EC5B44B3C0D5291489D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5109" }, { "date": "2026-05-07", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to consider surface treatment tender results for road work", "summary": "The Township of Algonquin Highlands Regular Council will discuss and decide on several operational items, including public works contracts, by-laws, and policy updates. Delegations will address source water protection and road maintenance. Key decisions include a joint compliance audit committee appointment and a road naming by-law.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/448966/Regular%20Council%20-%2007%20May%202026.pdf?handle=384720405F684C5DA744C95FDA95D190", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5063" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "Dorset Heritage Museum", "headline": "Dorset Heritage Museum Committee discusses budget, opening, and Tourism Passport", "summary": "The Dorset Heritage Museum Committee will discuss the museum's budget, the Friends of the Dorset Heritage Museum project update, exhibits, advertising, and plans for the 2026 season opening on the Victoria Holiday weekend and Heritage Day on June 27. The committee will also consider joining the County's Cultural Tourism Passport program.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/448522/Dorset%20Heritage%20Museum%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=5321096C463349F8A1E141F780B583C5", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5103" }, { "date": "2026-04-24", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee considers variances for Kawagama Lake properties", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two minor variance applications for properties on Kawagama Lake. One application seeks relief from high water mark and side lot line setbacks for a screen porch and sleeping cabin. The other application is also on Kawagama Lake but details are not provided in the agenda. The meeting will also approve previous minutes and set the next meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/448345/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2024%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=899BA26F82434E6A9660F0193C7B89BF", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5088" }, { "date": "2026-04-20", "body": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee", "headline": "Stanhope Heritage Museum Committee meets for routine updates", "summary": "The committee will review a financial report, discuss marketing and promotion, museum websites, 2026 exhibits, community outreach, heritage gardens, building repairs, and collections. The meeting follows a prior session where no financial report was given and exhibit research began.", "agenda_url": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/document/448433/Stanhope%20Heritage%20Museum%20Committee%20-%2020%20Apr%20202.pdf?handle=179799BFAC7B4809819389749195A9D0", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://algonquinhighlands.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=5102" } ] }