{ "city": "Alnwick/Haldimand", "state": "ON", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/alnwickhaldimand/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-21", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-09-02", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1582" }, { "date": "2026-09-08", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1528" }, { "date": "2026-09-14", "body": "Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1566" }, { "date": "2026-09-15", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1538" }, { "date": "2026-09-22", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1555" }, { "date": "2026-10-13", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1529" }, { "date": "2026-10-19", "body": "Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1567" }, { "date": "2026-11-09", "body": "Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1568" }, { "date": "2026-11-24", "body": "Inaugural Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1531" }, { "date": "2026-12-08", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1530" }, { "date": "2026-12-15", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1539" }, { "date": "2026-12-22", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1556" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-08-18", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Council meets in closed session to discuss CUPE union negotiations", "summary": "This special meeting is called solely to address CUPE union negotiations. Council will move into closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations, receive a report from the Mayor, and pass a confirmatory by-law. No public agenda items or specific financial details are listed.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187617/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2018%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=EBF6720BC56444D5894CE6550CE43730", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1608" }, { "date": "2026-08-17", "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1587" }, { "date": "2026-08-17", "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee", "headline": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee to meet Aug 17, 2026", "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting on August 17, 2026, at the Vernonville Community Centre. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes, disclosures of interest, and updates from working groups and the Manager of Parks, Recreation & Facilities. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily procedural.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187615/Parks%20_%20Recreation%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2017%20Aug%20.pdf?handle=0CBDEAE8B1B74DB5886A1B2D66072EA0", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1609" }, { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": "Fundraising committee discusses events, donor tracking, and grant applications for arena", "summary": "The Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee will discuss committee events and review updates from working groups. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, as well as disclosures of pecuniary interest.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187452/Haldimand%20Memorial%20Arena%20_%20Recreational%20Complex.pdf?handle=6835659E6F5A4C91BE217691E7A15A0D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1607" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Committee of Adjustment / Land Division Meeting", "headline": "Committee to review consent amendments for residential lot creations", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment / Land Division is meeting to discuss amendments to existing consent approvals. The body will consider adding development agreement requirements for one property and extending a fulfillment deadline for another.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187334/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20_%20Land%20Division%20Meeting.pdf?handle=8A9D00CFD0D34823B4C4D8177B798001", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1602" }, { "date": "2026-07-28", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to pass zoning by-laws and authorize arena repair funds", "summary": "The Township of Alnwick/Haldimand Council will consider passing four zoning by-law amendments and a development agreement, along with authorizing a $10,000 withdrawal for arena repairs.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187336/Municipal%20Planning%20_%20Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%20.pdf?handle=1F5451384F5A4CF5BD98323DA3D14BC3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1554" }, { "date": "2026-07-20", "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee", "headline": "Update on Nawautin sanctuary and Vernonville hall maintenance", "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will hear an update from the Manager of Parks, Recreation & Facilities regarding maintenance at Nawautin sanctuary and Vernonville Community Centre. The committee will also approve the June 15, 2026 minutes and receive working group updates. No other new business or public hearings are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/187040/Parks%20_%20Recreation%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2020%20Jul%20.pdf?handle=5AC917C124D54CD28FA38A9A042C4222", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1586" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to set remuneration for 2026-2030 term", "summary": "Council will vote on a by-law setting remuneration for the 2026-2030 council term and a development agreement for Leach Road. They will also consider a motion to provide $2,260 to support the town crier attending a world championship. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss staffing position re-alignments.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/186680/Council%20Meeting%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=D546DB7382FC47E0B785D786CCBFE8F1", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1527" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": "Arena fundraising committee approves donation recognition levels", "summary": "The Haldimand Memorial Arena Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee meets to approve routine items and continue planning. Previous decisions included adopting donation recognition levels for contributions up to $250,000+ and preparing for a Canada Day event booth.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/186493/Haldimand%20Memorial%20Arena%20_%20Recreational%20Complex.pdf?handle=6712067532784CA38BEAD237FB6909DB", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1581" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to vote on zoning changes and local funding requests", "summary": "The Council will consider two zoning by-law amendments and a road allowance closure. They are also reviewing quarterly reports from planning, public works, and fire services, as well as funding for community events and maintenance.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/186426/Municipal%20Planning%20_%20Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%20.pdf?handle=2CC615A78F7F48DCB2C85458FE54B4D2", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1553" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Committee of Adjustment / Land Division Meeting", "headline": "Fife consent application for lot addition and easement up for approval", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider a single consent application by Melissa and Robert Fife to sever a parcel for a lot addition and create an easement in Part Lot 16, Concession 2, Alnwick Township. The agenda recommends approval subject to conditions including a registered survey, legal opinion, and tax clearance. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda, minutes from the previous meeting, and other procedural items.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/186377/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20_%20Land%20Division%20Meeting.pdf?handle=804B87461B9248A9829A3E2EFF426BB0", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1600" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews park facility upgrades, arena project, and sanctuary volunteer work.", "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will review updates on park facility assessments, volunteer coordination at Nawautin Nature Sanctuary, and the Haldimand Community Memorial Arena project. Staff will also report on outstanding council resolutions regarding park signage, energy upgrades, and the Adopt a Park program expansion. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and working group updates.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/186139/Parks%20_%20Recreation%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2015%20Jun%20.pdf?handle=B67CCC651CD1450BB368ED83CF4D8837", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1585" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to vote on $60,000 for union talks, boat launch fees", "summary": "Council will decide on an additional $60,000 for HR and legal support for union contract negotiations, funded from reserves. They will also consider a timeline for dredging the Wicklow Boat Launch and exploring a fee system for 2027. Other items include approving a donation policy, supporting infrastructure fund extensions, and appointing an interim Integrity Commissioner. The meeting includes a closed session for union negotiations and other confidential matters.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185891/Council%20Meeting%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=C77BA458C3774491A34C442E1FAD175A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1526" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board", "headline": "Library board approves May minutes, reviews June programs and Canada Day event plans", "summary": "The Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board will approve the May meeting minutes and receive routine CEO and finance reports. The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate, focusing on administrative updates, program attendance statistics, and summer event planning. Staff will also discuss preparations for the June 28 Canada Day pop-up library and parade float.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185717/Alnwick_Haldimand%20Public%20Library%20Board%20-%2008%20Jun.pdf?handle=9E817050B2ED44C79393A89EB7B4E256", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1565" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": "Canada Day event planning for arena fundraising", "summary": "The committee will discuss Canada Day event plans for June 28, 2026, to promote arena fundraising. They will also review and approve previous meeting minutes from May 6 and May 21 where sponsorship recognition levels and communications materials were finalized.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185512/Haldimand%20Memorial%20Arena%20_%20Recreational%20Complex.pdf?handle=90609BA0907E4466A1BD19D95E707CD4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1580" }, { "date": "2026-05-29", "body": "Special Council Meeting", "headline": "Township to adopt 2026 municipal tax rates", "summary": "Council is meeting to finalize the 2026 tax rates and levy. The proposed municipal levy for the year is set at $9,252,082, with specific rates established for residential, commercial, industrial, and farmland property classes.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185510/Special%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2029%20May%202026.pdf?handle=D0F91B3422AE410B88BD45D89A6F6AF6", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1599" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to consider 8-lot subdivision on Station Road, Grafton", "summary": "Council will hold public hearings on a plan of subdivision and zoning by-law amendment for 8 residential lots on Station Road, Grafton, and a separate zoning amendment for John Michael Apostolides. Other business includes awarding a $157,160 contract for road materials, adopting 2026 tax rates, and appointing an Integrity Commissioner.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185229/Municipal%20Planning%20_%20Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%20.pdf?handle=97771FA556EC4B92AAA6EB2C643AF1DA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1552" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Committee of Adjustment / Land Division Meeting", "headline": "Committee to defer residential lot severance on Station Road in Grafton", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will vote on three consent applications: one to defer a proposed residential lot severance (AH-01/2026) pending further reviews, and two to approve severances for natural heritage conservation (AH-03/2026, AH-04/2026 & AH-05/2026) with conditions including a $300 fee each. They will also approve the agenda and previous minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185237/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20_%20Land%20Division%20Meeting.pdf?handle=9900BFEC7FBA46BAB149F33CF09FEB86", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1596" }, { "date": "2026-05-25", "body": "Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss $2.3M arena project update, Canada Day 2026", "summary": "The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss plans for Canada Day 2026, volunteer groups for Nawautin Sanctuary, and an update on the Haldimand Community Memorial Arena project, including the RFP award for $2.3 million in renovations.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185263/Parks%20_%20Recreation%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2025%20May%20.pdf?handle=7086C3D58C6C4C6A9134A16D22DEA0FE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1584" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss arena sponsorship levels and Canada Day events", "summary": "The Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss sponsorship recognition levels and plan community events for Canada Day. No votes on contracts or ordinances are expected.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/185112/Haldimand%20Memorial%20Arena%20_%20Recreational%20Complex.pdf?handle=8DCC678D24CF4D0E8E6BAFE7524B9476", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1595" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Non-union compensation review presented; closed session to discuss", "summary": "The committee receives a presentation on the 2026 non-union compensation review, including job evaluation and market survey results. A closed session will discuss personal and labour matters related to part two. Other items include a request to dredge the Wicklow Boat Launch using reserve funds and approval of $60,000 for HR and legal support for union negotiations.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/184910/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=FD53633EB9CC412AAB35BB79FC9998A3", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1535" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "Council Meeting", "headline": "Council to award $759,900 Grafton well replacement contract", "summary": "Council will vote on awarding a $759,900 contract for the Grafton Well Replacement to Peak Construction. They will also consider reallocating $110,000 for pedestrian and roadway improvements in Grafton Hamlet, adopting several by-laws, and discussing personnel matters in closed session.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/184762/Council%20Meeting%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=3A2B65CDFED8498CBF1B653D81948149", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1525" }, { "date": "2026-05-11", "body": "Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board - Regular Session", "headline": "Library board reviews HR policies, plans closed session on personnel", "summary": "The Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library Board will consider updates to several HR and operational policies, including hiring, compensation, workplace violence, and safety/security. The board will receive reports from the CEO, finance, council, parks and recreation, and fundraising committees. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personal matters, labour relations, and potential litigation. New business includes planning for a Canada Day event.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/184764/Alnwick_Haldimand%20Public%20Library%20Board%20-%20Regula.pdf?handle=FBE2944182A642448D1C9E05E93329D9", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1564" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Haldimand Memorial Arena & Recreational Complex Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews $3 million ice‑rink floor replacement project and funding options", "summary": "The Haldimand Memorial Arena Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee will approve its agenda and minutes, then discuss the Ice Rink Floor Replacement Project, which has a $3 million cost estimate and an RFP open until April 17 2026. Members heard about provincial grant programs, including a $300 million announcement for similar projects, and an Ontario Rural Development Grant offering a 30% cost‑share up to $1 million for retrofits. The committee also reviewed donor outreach progress and the need for a business case before approaching sponsors.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/184395/Haldimand%20Memorial%20Arena%20_%20Recreational%20Complex.pdf?handle=AA0FEF8ECE384CF3A0A6714C46F1BD82", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1579" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "Municipal Planning / Regular Council Meeting", "headline": "Council awards $2.257M contract for Grafton Arena floor replacement", "summary": "Council will decide on removing the holding zone for Rice Lake Estates Phase II, enabling housing development near Rice Lake. They are expected to award a $2.257 million contract for the Grafton Arena rink slab replacement. A fee and charges by-law update for building and planning fees is also on the agenda. Council will move into closed session to discuss CUPE negotiations and an Ontario Land Tribunal matter.", "agenda_url": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/document/184349/Municipal%20Planning%20_%20Regular%20Council%20Meeting%20-%20.pdf?handle=AB52DEEA60C14FADA58E01EB339D3971", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://alnwickhaldimand.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1551" } ] }