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   "headline": "Council to hear Bedrock/Capstone on proposed CAES project amid resident concerns",
   "summary": "This special meeting of Bluewater Council is focused on the proposed Bayfield and Stanley Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) project by Bedrock Energy Corp. and Capstone Infrastructure Corporation. Council will receive a presentation from company representatives, consider a petition and correspondence from residents, and review an administration report on the project. The agenda also includes a confirmatory by-law for the meeting itself.",
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   "date": "2026-08-11",
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   "headline": "Committee to recommend removal of heritage elm tree in Bayfield",
   "summary": "The Heritage Advisory Committee will consider recommending to Council the removal of the heritage-designated elm tree at 19 Bayfield Main Street North, based on an arborist report citing Dutch elm disease. The committee will also review minutes, financial statements, and reports on heritage activities and property listings, and will appoint members to a nominations subcommittee.",
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   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council hears CAES project presentation and resident concerns",
   "summary": "Council is receiving a presentation from Bedrock Energy Corp. and Capstone Infrastructure Corporation about the proposed Compressed Air Energy Storage (CAES) project, followed by a delegation from a concerned citizen. The agenda also includes consent items, management reports, and a notice of motion on short-term rental licence compliance. A closed session is scheduled for OCWA contract negotiations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85921/Council%20-%2010%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=B2D1ED9882C54AE0B5CE28150ABBED03",
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   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "Special Meeting of Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt Genoch Drain Improvement report and assess landowners $973,100",
   "summary": "Bluewater Council will decide whether to adopt the Genoch Drain Improvement, 2026 engineer’s report and pass a confirmatory by-law authorizing $1,155,000 in drainage works along Elmslie Drive to the Lake Huron bluffs. The project aims to replace aging pipes, stabilize eroding ravine banks, and install a 750 mm steel outlet pipe. After grants, landowners will be billed approximately $973,100.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85769/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2005%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=CEDEA7C7B4A54FBFB355C2C10FF494D6",
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   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Special Meeting of Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss organizational structure and employee matters",
   "summary": "The Council will meet in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual and labor relations or employee negotiations. The meeting also includes the adoption of By-law 67-2026 to confirm Council actions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85577/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=0E750A5BA2A14103BB8614A43A36CF17",
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   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses Smith-Rader Municipal Drain improvements",
   "summary": "The Council is reviewing an engineer's report regarding proposed improvements to the Smith-Rader Municipal Drain. The project includes replacing a road culvert, replacing a farm crossing, and implementing erosion control measures.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85575/Council%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=15F1C21F30514CC19C99EBC3F025C5CF",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=772"
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   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee of Adjustment discusses minor variance applications for Bayfield properties",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several minor variance applications, including a request to build a washroom facility at 33810 Paul Bunyan Rd. The meeting also includes discussions regarding accessory structures and site conditions for properties on Glass St., Edward St., and Delevan St.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85573/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=CB9D36DDE54F47FC80519FA8E95DB817",
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   "headline": "Council discusses organizational structure review in closed session",
   "summary": "The council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss personal matters and labour relations, specifically an organizational structure review and recruitment services with KPMG. The open session will only consider a confirmatory bylaw to ratify proceedings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85331/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2029%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0978DDBC2811459E811FBC10EFB50920",
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   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Short Term Rental Application Appeal Hearing",
   "headline": "Appeal hearing for short-term rental at 33736 Staffa Road",
   "summary": "Council will hear an appeal regarding a short-term rental application for 33736 Staffa Road. The meeting is an appeal hearing, and council may decide on the application.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85080/Short%20Term%20Rental%20Application%20Appeal%20Hearing%20-%20.pdf?handle=7E806787F76D45898C751E408BCD3377",
   "minutes_url": null,
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   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $250K pledge for Huron County MRI campaign",
   "summary": "Council will hear a delegation from the Magnetic Moments MRI campaign requesting a $250,000 pledge over five years for a new MRI at Alexandra Marine & General Hospital. They will also review the annual update of the Short Term Rental Licensing By-law, consider lease renewals for the Bayfield International Croquet Club and Bayfield Farmers Market, discuss a Development Charge Reduction Program, and receive a notice of study for Highway 21 intersection improvements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/85084/Council%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=7E56AD114CA447C7B618BD550D0AEB0F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=771"
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   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Heritage Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Heritage committee reviews properties at risk of losing heritage status",
   "summary": "The Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss and potentially approve a commemorative bench program map for Bayfield Main Street, review listed properties that may be removed from the heritage register after January 1, 2027, and accept a member's resignation. They will also receive a draft annual report and discuss rising insurance trends.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84806/Heritage%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=93C8BD028B1844C4A1B4402A9DE527E6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=757"
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   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Special Meeting of Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss organizational structure review in closed session",
   "summary": "At this special meeting, Council will enter closed session to discuss an organizational structure review and recruitment services conducted by KPMG. The discussion involves personal matters about an identifiable individual and labour relations or employee negotiations. No public decisions are scheduled; only a confirmatory by-law and adjournment follow.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84804/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2008%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=7BF059716FA145C9A9ECB687D2FD476D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=814"
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   "date": "2026-06-05",
   "body": "Communities in Bloom and Environmental Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss environmental strategy update and tree planting program",
   "summary": "The Communities in Bloom and Environmental Committee will receive an update on the municipality's Environmental Strategy. They will also consider an Expression of Interest for a Community Led Tree Planting Program. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84601/Communities%20in%20Bloom%20and%20Environmental%20Committe.pdf?handle=7B783B13F66B4A5E83DF89BDBB072A74",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=807"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-01",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Smith-Rader Municipal Drain engineer's report",
   "summary": "Council is reviewing the first quarter water and wastewater operational reports, considering an engineer's report for the Smith-Rader Municipal Drain, and addressing correspondence on short-term rental location limits. They will also award contracts for masterplans, discuss a motor grader procurement, and consider a farmland lease agreement among other administrative items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84561/Council%20-%2001%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=69A8D959491E45A69F6F6968F21D115E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=770"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to award Bayfield Marina operator contract",
   "summary": "Council will hear the Huron Shores Area Transit 2025 annual report and consider several tenders. Key decisions include awarding the Bayfield Marina operator RFP, deciding on a public art/monument for Clan Gregor Square, and approving an election signs by-law. The meeting also includes a closed session for land acquisition and negotiations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84293/Council%20-%2019%20May%202026.pdf?handle=28EDABCD18DF45048ABAE8BFE68E2E35",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=769"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "Special Meeting of Council",
   "headline": "Council discusses organizational models in closed session",
   "summary": "This special meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session to discuss organizational models options under the Municipal Act, covering personal matters and labour relations or employee negotiations. Council then passes a confirmatory by-law to adopt actions taken.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84169/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2014%20May%202026.pdf?handle=1C7008D2669947438A0082CDEEEC1E6C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=808"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Bayfield Marina Operator RFP Evaluating Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss confidential marina operator RFP info in closed session",
   "summary": "The committee will meet to potentially decide on the Bayfield Marina operator contract. They will enter closed session to review trade secret and commercial information from the RFP proposals. Adoption of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/84066/Bayfield%20Marina%20Operator%20RFP%20Evaluating%20Committ.pdf?handle=EA3A626E9DC343E686B735615C6D51FC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=804"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Short Term Rental Application Appeal Hearing",
   "headline": "Appeal hearing for short-term rental at 72599 Stanley Street",
   "summary": "This is a hearing to consider an appeal of a short-term rental application for a property at 72599 Stanley Street. Council will hear arguments and decide on the application.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83925/Short%20Term%20Rental%20Application%20Appeal%20Hearing%20-%20.pdf?handle=F5CFFA737A434C2C9AD54A1E126B2651",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=809"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-04",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $351,071.60 tender for Stanley Landfill final cover",
   "summary": "The Bluewater Council met on May 4, 2026 to consider a range of items. It approved the award of a $351,071.60 contract to McCann Redi-Mix for the Stanley Landfill final cover and authorized a 15% construction contingency. The council also adopted the 2026 tax rates and passed several by‑law amendments, including speed limit changes and a water‑and‑wastewater allocation policy. Additional items included a by‑law exemption for a Bayfield fundraiser and a request to extend heritage designation deadlines.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83947/Council%20-%2004%20May%202026.pdf?handle=4D172DC15A194B49A5148D5CEDCB398B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=768"
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   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to consider minor variance for accessory building at 30 Glass St.",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will review a request for a minor variance at 30 Glass St. in Bayfield. The applicant seeks to build an accessory structure with increased height and reduced setbacks to accommodate a car lift and a future additional residential unit.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83672/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2020%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=C739C0152297467D9E7B4732F2D81909",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=806"
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   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Bluewater Council to discuss 2026 tax rates and zoning amendments",
   "summary": "Council will review the 2026 tax rates and a zoning by-law amendment for John Street N in Zurich. The meeting includes a presentation from Huron Hospice requesting advocacy for the funding of two closed beds.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83711/Council%20-%2020%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=BA84402318C341BDAE544345C20D1FE1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=767"
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   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Special Meeting of Council",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83420/Special%20Meeting%20of%20Council%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=3B9AE7559C9042A7BC03493FB6A8F7BA",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=802"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Heritage Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Heritage committee learns 21,000+ properties face removal from register",
   "summary": "The Bluewater Heritage Advisory Committee receives a survey showing over 21,000 listed heritage properties across Ontario will lose protection by Jan 1, 2027 unless designated. They also consider a resolution from the Town of Lincoln requesting a provincial deadline extension to 2030. Other items include a commemorative bench request, rising insurance trends, and 2026 community engagement goals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83381/Heritage%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=15F18928426E486595AB7B0F31E703A6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=756"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Bayfield Marina Operator RFP Evaluating Committee",
   "headline": "Closed session to evaluate Bayfield Marina operator RFP",
   "summary": "This committee meeting consists primarily of a closed session to discuss confidential commercial information related to the Request for Proposals for operation of the Bayfield Marina. No public decisions are expected during the open portion of the meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83374/Bayfield%20Marina%20Operator%20RFP%20Evaluating%20Committ.pdf?handle=B442C8AB989F417D932932543A288FAE",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=801"
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  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $459,900 contract and $482,853 budget boost for Salt/Sand storage",
   "summary": "The Bluewater Council approved a contract with Van Pelt Construction for a new salt/sand storage structure at $459,900 (excluding HST) and increased the capital budget for the project to $482,853.03. The Council also reallocated funds from the Tuyll/Troy Street Drain Project reserve to cover the shortfall and adopted amendments to the Active Transportation Fund agreement and sidewalk funding. Additional approvals included a community garden license at 2 Jane Street, Bayfield, and a zoning by‑law amendment for Zurich‑Hensall Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/document/83211/Council%20-%2007%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=A4C86FE8068A409092F06E68819D72CC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://bluewater.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=766"
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