Brighton public meetings in 2025
133 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Brighton Council will consider several staff reports, including a $5,000 allocation for the Accessibility Community Improvement Plan and a resolution to create school zones with time‑of‑day speed limits. It will also endorse the use of the Hops Barn facility, receive a report on Bill 68 from the Environmental Registry of Ontario, and repeal two outdated municipal policies. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, tax write‑off adjustments, and grant summaries.
- Allocation of $5,000 for the Accessibility Community Improvement Plan (recommended by the Accessibility Committee)
- Resolution to approve a time‑of‑day speed limit reduction and School Zone By‑law for Brighton roads
- Endorsement of Hops Barn Facility Use for community groups including the Codrington Community Association
- Receipt of staff report on Environmental Registry of Ontario Notice (025‑1257) – Bill 68 (Plan to Protect Ontario Act)
- Repeal of the Employee Assistance Program Policy and the Parking Ticket Review Policy
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area board will meet to review committee reports and new business. Discussions include planning for the 2026 Presqu’ile Guide and the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
- Planning for Presqu’ile Guide 2026
- Planning for AGM 2026
- Follow-up on Sobeys parking lot upgrades
- Follow-up on Memorial Park lights and stage wall sign
- Follow-up on post office upgrades
Homelessness Taskforce
The taskforce will approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes, then discuss a homelessness training session scheduled for December 11, 2025 at 2:30 pm. Members will also present a report to Council that includes a recommendation to hire a Coordinator to support accessibility, JEDI, and homelessness initiatives. Additional discussion will cover contributions from local service providers and a warming room available at the Northumberland County Building.
- Homelessness Training Session – December 11, 2025 at 2:30 pm
- Taskforce Report to Council with recommendation to hire a Coordinator
- Member organization contributions: Brighton Food Share, Trinity St. Andrew's Church, Supper's Ready
- Introduction to Community Safety and Well‑being Plan concept
- Warming room at Northumberland County Building open nightly Oct 31–Mar
Council PLANNING Meeting
Council is reviewing several land use and zoning applications, including a proposed residential condominium at 214 Ontario Street. The body is also considering new bylaws for animal control and clean yards, as well as the allocation of Automatic Speed Enforcement funds.
- Allocation of $1,444,364.75 in Automatic Speed Enforcement revenue for budget offsets and streetscape designs
- Proposed residential condominium development at 214 Ontario Street
- Zoning amendment to change 1208 Richmond Street from Rural to Rural Residential
- New Animal Control By-law to regulate cats and dogs
- Replacement of Clean Yards By-law No. 029-2012 to add Naturalized Area provisions
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee will receive updates on several municipal initiatives, including land sales for new industrial facilities, event recaps, budget and grant applications, and the wastewater treatment plant project. The committee will note the $51 million municipal cost and $35 million external grant for the wastewater plant. No formal motions or approvals are listed for these items at this meeting.
- WWTP groundbreaking: $51 million municipal cost, $35 million external grant funding
- Purchase of Lot 28/29 in Sharp Road Industrial Park for an 8,000 sq ft raw dog food facility
- Purchase of Lot 26 for Mistral Communities industrial headquarters (5,000 sq ft)
- Heritage Canada grant request of $12,000 for Brighton Canada Day event
- Renewal of 100.9 MyFM media package including 988 radio/digital ads
Council Meeting
The Brighton Council will vote on a new School Zones by‑law that creates time‑of‑day speed limits on municipal roads. It will also amend the 2026 operating budget to allocate $50,000 for the Brighton Homelessness Task Force, funded by grant revenue. Additional items include a presentation on the ALTO high‑speed rail project, a request to repurpose space for a Men’s Shed, and a proclamation of International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
- Adopt School Zones By‑law (088‑2025) establishing speed‑limit reductions on municipal roads
- Amend 2026 budget to add $50,000 for Brighton Homelessness Task Force recommendations
- Presentation on ALTO High Speed Rail Project for the Peterborough‑to‑Québec corridor
- Request from Rene Schmidt to repurpose an unused building or garage for a Brighton Men’s Shed
- Proclamation of December 3 2025 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities and staff directive to highlight inclusive businesses
Council PLANNING Meeting
The Council Planning meeting will address several land use applications and the commencement of a 5-year review of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. Decisions are pending on a development agreement for Division Street North and a subdivision extension.
- Authorization to begin the 5-Year Review of Official Plan and Zoning By-law
- Development Agreement and By-law for 28-30 Division St North (9814353 Canada Inc.)
- Three-year extension of Draft Plan approval for Brighton Meadows Subdivision (SUB-2019-03)
- Consent application B11-2024 for a driveway easement at 175A Ontario Street
- Adoption of a potential Street Name List for future use
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, review financial and CEO reports, and discuss policy updates. The board will also hear a teen report and a report from the BDA, including reserve requests.
- Financial report including balance sheet and budget vs actual to Nov 7, 2025
- Policy updates: FP-01, GOV-04, OP-03, OP-04, OP-15, OP-17, OP-22, OP-24
- BDA report and reserve request(s)
- Report from Council Reps (Councillor MacAusland and Councillor Wright)
Special Council Meeting- Budget
This special council meeting is dedicated to the 2026 Mayor's Budget, providing residents an opportunity to comment and ask questions. Council will also receive a presentation from Lower Trent Conservation (LTC) on its 2026 draft budget, which proposes a total budget of $3,077,776, a 3% increase from 2025. The meeting includes a public meeting for community input and potential council amendments to the proposed budget.
- LTC 2026 draft budget totals $3,077,776, up $89,670 (3%) from 2025
- LTC municipal levies increase by $155,862 to $1,646,871; Brighton's share rises $26,743 to $266,103
- LTC staffing costs rise 5% to $2,213,416; operations decrease 9% to $711,140; capital up 56% to $153,220
- Public meeting for comments on the 2026 Mayor's Budget
- Council may propose amendments to the Mayor's proposed budget
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first, A11-2025, seeks to increase the number of guest rooms at a short-term accommodation at 306 Raglan Street from 3 to 6, and to adjust parking requirements. The second, A12-2025, concerns a property at 400 Coltman Road. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 30, 2025 meeting.
- Application A11-2025: increase guest rooms from 3 to 6 at 306 Raglan Street short-term accommodation
- Application A11-2025: parking variance for additional guest rooms, with cash-in-lieu option
- Application A12-2025: minor variance for property at 400 Coltman Road
- Approval of minutes from July 30, 2025 meeting
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will receive the Mayor's 2026 Municipal Budget for information and consider eliminating the Physician Recruitment Incentive program while offering rent reductions to retain doctors. They will also hear a notice of motion opposing provincial Bill 68 on conservation authorities, and consider staff reports on school zone signage, accessibility, and a homelessness training recommendation.
- Mayor's 2026 Municipal Budget presented for information
- Proposal to eliminate $100K physician recruitment incentive, offer $10K/year rent reduction to doctors at 170 Main Street
- Notice of motion opposing Bill 68 and conservation authority amalgamation
- Staff report on school zone signage and potential Community Safety Zones
- Adoption of 2026-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to review the draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2026-2030, discuss the 2026 National AccessAbility Week event, and receive updates on playground and trail compliance. The committee will also hold a closed session to review an Accessibility Improvement Fund application, which involves personal matters about an identifiable individual. The agenda includes standard approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Review of 2026-2030 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- In camera review of Accessibility Improvement Fund application
- Discussion of 2026 National AccessAbility Week event
- Compliance plans for playgrounds and trails
- Municipal update on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area board is meeting to approve minutes, hear reports, and discuss the 2026 budget. They will also consider potential upgrades to the Sobeys parking lot, Memorial Park lights, and the post office, as well as a Beacon Fundraising initiative.
- 2026 Budget review
- Additional waste and recycle containers
- Draw for tree sponsors and new picture panels
- Potential upgrades: Sobeys parking lot, Memorial Park lights, post office
- Beacon Fundraising
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will discuss the upcoming Santa Claus Parade, sub-committees, and ways to include or highlight cultural diversity in the events roster. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, with no delegations or correspondence scheduled.
- Discussion of Santa Claus Parade logistics
- Discussion of sub-committees
- Discussion on including or highlighting cultural diversity in events roster
- Approval of minutes from October 21, 2025 meeting
Recreation Facility Advisory Committee
The Recreation Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss concept options for a recreation facility, following up on prior work including site reviews and a public engagement strategy. The agenda includes a recap of the September 9 meeting, context on secondary plans and development, and discussion of next steps. This is a working session with no formal decisions listed.
- Presentation of concept options for discussion
- Context information on secondary plan, new municipal road, and development to the east
- Recap of September 9, 2025 meeting
- Discussion of next steps
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will decide on the final municipal logo, adopt a development charge deferral and interest rate policy, and consider assuming lands for road widening at Lakeshore Road and Rabbit Run Road. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, reports, and correspondence, plus a request to waive a rental fee for a youth centre event.
- Select one of two final municipal logo concepts as official logo
- Adopt Development Charge Policy for deferral, prepayment, and interest rates
- Enact by-law to assume lands for public highway at 619 Lakeshore Road and Rabbit Run Road
- Approve 2026 Council and Planning Meeting Schedule
- Waive rental fee for Owen Gibb Community Centre for Beacon Youth Centre silent auction on Nov 21
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Homelessness Taskforce
The Brighton Homelessness Taskforce will hear from member organizations about their services, review the Community Safety and Well-being Plan, and discuss a report for Council. The meeting includes approval of the previous minutes and standard procedural items.
- Member organizations services/contributions to local safety net
- Introduction to Community Safety and Well-being Plan (CSWB)
- Introduction to report for Council
- Approval of September 15, 2025 minutes
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting, and to receive reports from members on event planning areas such as the Children's Village, entertainment, and the car show. The agenda includes no new business items or public delegations, and is primarily procedural with updates from committee members.
- Approval of agenda for October 22, 2025 meeting
- Approval of minutes from August 6, 2025 meeting
- Reports from Children's Village (Tiffany/Kayla/Doug), Entertainment (Dennis), Car Show (Sherry)
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will discuss the 2025 Santa Claus Parade, including its route and logistics, and hear a presentation from the Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee on highlighting cultural diversity in the events roster. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting.
- Santa Claus Parade scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., with route map provided
- Presentation by Councillor Jeff Wheeldon and Mohamed Khan on cultural diversity in events
- Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025 meeting
- Next meeting date set for November 4, 2025
Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
The Northumberland OPP Detachment Board will meet on October 17, 2025, to discuss several items with MPP David Piccini, including safety concerns on Highway 401 for first responders, emergency detour routes, and concerns about the Premier's announcement to remove speed cameras. The board will also review the OPP report for September 2025 and consider its 2026 budget.
- Discussion with MPP David Piccini on 401 safety for first responders (letter from Hamilton Township)
- Discussion on emergency detour routes
- Concerns regarding Premier's announcement to remove speed cameras (letter from Mayor Brian Ostrander)
- OPP report for September 2025
- Northumberland OPP Detachment Board Budget 2026
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee will hold a hearing for an appeal (File No. PSA-2025-003) regarding a property at 113 Prince Edward Street, owned by Greg McConnell. The committee will hear presentations from the bylaw enforcement officer and the appellant before making a decision. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting, and a closed session to discuss personal matters.
- Appeal hearing for 113 Prince Edward Street (PSA-2025-003)
- Approval of February 10, 2025 minutes
- Closed session under Municipal Act for personal matters
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton Council's Planning meeting on October 14, 2025, includes a closed session, statutory public meetings, and decisions on several planning applications. Key items include a consent application for 28-30 Division Street North, a zoning by-law amendment for 58 Walt Street, and a deferral for applications at 1208 Richmond Street. Council will also discuss a draft Secondary Plan, a proposed cat control by-law, and a land bank program.
- Consent application B04-2025 for 28-30 Division Street North to create one new residential lot with additional residential units.
- Zoning by-law amendment Z02-2025 for 58 Walt Street to rezone from 'Future Development' to 'Special Hamlet Residential Holding'.
- Deferral of consent applications B05-2025, B06-2025, and zoning amendment Z07-2025 for 1208 Richmond Street pending environmental study.
- Proposed cat control by-law with $12,000 in additional costs funded from General Reserve, sole-sourcing Northumberland Humane Society.
- Development agreement for 619 Lakeshore Road (Leclerc and Hebert) to be authorized for execution.
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the results of a rural residents survey and a proposed CBM subdivision in Codrington. The survey, which had 153 responses, identified rural municipal roads and high-speed internet access as top priorities. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Discussion of Rural Residents Survey results
- Discussion of CBM Sub-Division in Codrington
- Approval of minutes from September 18, 2025 meeting
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
This is the Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) board's monthly meeting, covering standard procedural items: approving the agenda and prior minutes, declarations of interest, and reports from the president, treasurer, and committees. No specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from September 11th, 2025
- Committee reports including Beautify Brighton and Light up Brighton
- Marketing/advertising update by Gerry Drage on script confirmation
- Municipality update from Emily Rowley
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will set the 2026 budget schedule, including a public input meeting on November 24 and final draft on December 16. They will also consider approving several policies (records management, equity/diversity/inclusion), a land purchase/sale agreement on Sharp Road, and an encroachment agreement for 14 Ferguson Hill Road. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and committee reports, plus a recommendation to support Bill 21 (Protect Our Food Act) and a $2,000 training budget request from an advisory committee.
- 2026 Budget Schedule: Special Council meeting Nov 24 for public comments, final draft Dec 16
- Bylaw to authorize encroachment agreement for 14 Ferguson Hill Road
- Bylaw to authorize Medical Services Funding Agreement with Dr. Smita Sauve
- Bylaw to authorize Purchase and Sale of Land Agreement on Sharp Road (Part of Lot 33, Concession B)
- Recommendation to support Bill 21 (Protect Our Food Act) and draft terms of reference for agricultural impact assessments
Health Services Advisory Committee
The Health Services Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with no delegations or correspondence. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a discussion led by Chair Councillor Wright. The meeting is largely procedural with no substantive decisions or proposals listed.
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2025 meeting
- Discussion led by Chair Councillor Wright
- No delegations or correspondence scheduled
Special Council Meeting - Strategic Plan Review
This is a special council meeting where the CAO will present the Strategic Plan Priorities Update for September 2025. The report covers progress on goals across health, parks, customer service, economic development, transit, public safety, housing, infrastructure, and environment. Council is expected to receive the update for information only, with no decisions required.
- Tru by Hilton hotel confirmed at 27 Elizabeth Street, construction starting fall 2025
- RFP for recreation center feasibility study awarded to RAW Design
- WWTP construction begins October 2025
- CIP grants awarded to two downtown Main Street projects
- Rural broadband installation underway
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to review financial reports, including a draft 2026 budget, and to consider updates to several policies. The board will also discuss a Teen Board representative and receive updates from the BDA Committee and Council representatives.
- Draft Budget 2026
- Policy updates: GOV-06, OP-05, OP-06, OP-08, OP-09, OP-11, PER-04, PER-05 (mileage rate)
- Discussion on Teen Board representative
- BDA Committee update
- Report from Council Reps
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will discuss and shape the sustainability vision, including goals for buildings, waste, energy, transportation, and climate adaptation, and will review the 2025 budget to recommend changes for 2026. They will also receive updates on public engagement for the sustainability plan, a proposed resolution on Bill 21, and correspondence about the Presqu'ile Key Biodiversity Area.
- Discussion to identify elements of the sustainability vision (WHY, WHAT, HOW) and high-level goals across eight themes
- Review of 2025 budget with $3,000 honoraria and $21,100 miscellaneous expenses to inform 2026 recommendations
- Update on Sustainability Plan Public Engagement
- Primer on Bill 21 and proposed resolution in support
- Correspondence from KBA Canada Coalition regarding Presqu'ile Key Biodiversity Area
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to review its 2025 budget and provide recommendations for 2026, review the heritage property inventory, and discuss research on Young Street East and West narratives and sample plaques. The committee will also discuss the position of Chair. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and land acknowledgement.
- Review of 2025 budget and recommendations for 2026
- Review of Heritage Property Inventory
- Research on Young Street East and West narratives and sample plaques
- Discussion of position of Chair
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee will review responses from the Brighton Rural Resident Survey, which gathered input from about 150 rural residents on topics like roads, high-speed internet, fire response, and communication. The committee will also discuss rural emergency response and rural broadband. The meeting is largely a discussion and review session, with no votes on new policies or spending expected.
- Review of Rural Survey Responses: 47.68% of respondents identified rural municipal roads as their highest priority; 39.07% identified high-speed internet access
- Discussion of Rural Emergency Response
- Discussion of Rural Broadband
- Approval of minutes from May 22, 2025 meeting
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and provide comments on the draft Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, which will guide municipal practices. They will also review attendance at the 2025 Applefest and plan a multicultural event. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review of draft Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
- Discussion of committee attendance at 2025 Applefest
- Planning for a multicultural event
- Approval of minutes from June 12, 2025 meeting
Homelessness Taskforce
The Homelessness Taskforce will discuss changes to Transition House, the Brighton Public Library's role as a supportive organization, and the taskforce's final report. They will also review a staff report on a proposed mobile foodbank at the Alice Street municipal lot. The meeting includes approval of the June 6, 2025 minutes and a brainstorming session.
- Discussion of changes to Transition House (Bill Smith / Warden Ostrander)
- Review of Brighton Public Library as a supportive organization
- Staff report on mobile foodbank: proposed Fridays 12:30-2:00 PM at Alice Street lot, no financial impact
- Taskforce final report discussion
- Approval of June 6, 2025 minutes
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider a motion calling on federal and provincial governments to adopt proportional representation, and will hold a closed session to discuss a proposed land sale in the Industrial Park on Sharpe Road. The council will also receive staff reports on a rain barrel program, communication boards, and updates to provincial growth projections, and hear a delegation seeking reimbursement for tree removal at 146 Cedar Street.
- Motion to urge federal/provincial governments to adopt proportional representation
- Closed session: proposed sale of land in Industrial Park, Sharpe Road
- Delegation from Claudia Kusiak re: reimbursement for tree removal at 146 Cedar Street
- Staff report on establishing a rain barrel program with 2025 fund carryover
- Staff report on proposed updates to Projection Methodology Guideline for PPS 2024
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review the AccessAbility Awareness Day event, discuss the committee's 2025 goals, and receive an update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2026-2030. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Review of AccessAbility Awareness Day Event
- Review of 2025 Committee Goals
- Update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2026-2030
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, reports from the president and treasurer, and updates from committees. Correspondence from Rene Schmidt regarding the Beacon youth centre will be discussed.
- Approval of minutes from July 10, 2025
- Correspondence from Rene Schmidt about Beacon youth centre
- Committee reports: Municipality (Emily Rowley), Beautify Brighton (Wayne Jefferson), Light up Brighton (Wayne Jefferson), Marketing/Advertising (Gerry Drage), Economic Development Committee
- New business and follow-up action list
Recreation Facility Advisory Committee
The Recreation Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss an updated work plan and Gantt schedule, review municipally owned and potential privately owned sites, consider connections with existing facilities, and develop a public engagement strategy. The agenda includes approval of the May 5, 2025 minutes and declarations of interest. This is a working session focused on planning for recreation facilities.
- Review of municipally owned sites
- Review of potential privately owned sites
- Review of potential connection with existing facilities
- Public Engagement Strategy
- Approval of May 5, 2025 minutes
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will meet to discuss and review several items, including the 2026 budget, a grant application for 2026, and the Santa Claus Parade. They will also review past events like Movie in the Park and Concerts in the Park. The agenda includes correspondence about a Sports Wall/Hall of Fame inquiry and thank-you notes for Concerts in the Park.
- Review of Movie in the Park
- Review of Concerts in the Park
- Grant Application for 2026
- 2026 Budget
- Santa Claus Parade items
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton's Planning Council will consider adopting Official Plan Amendment No. 18, which sets new community engagement and complete application policies for Planning Act applications. The council will also review updates on recent site plan approvals, the Northumberland housing and homelessness taskforce, and proposed policies for additional residential units. A by-law to assume public roads and utilities for Rosslyn Estates Phase 2B is also on the agenda.
- Adoption of OPA No. 18 (Community Engagement and Complete Application policies)
- Site plan approvals update: Omni Health Care long-term care facility (20 Georgina St, 256 beds), Hilton Tru-Hotel (147 Elizabeth St, 85 rooms), Empire Gateway (2 Empire Blvd, 10 units), Presqu'ile Animal Hospital (74 Sharp Rd), Barns of Brighton (406 County Rd 64)
- Proposed revised policies for Additional Residential Units, including public consultation and future zoning by-law amendment
- Assumption for public use of roads and utilities for Rosslyn Estates Subdivision Phase 2B (Registered Plan 39M-933)
- By-law investigations report for March to July 2025
Cancelled - Heritage Advisory Committee
This September 8, 2025 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting was cancelled. The agenda would have included reviewing the 2025 budget for 2026 recommendations, reviewing the heritage property inventory, discussing research from Dan Buchanan on Young Street plaques, and discussing the position of Chair. No decisions were made at this cancelled meeting.
- Review of 2025 budget for 2026 recommendations
- Review of Heritage Property Inventory
- Research from Dan Buchanan on Young Street West and East sample plaques and narratives
- Discussion of position of Chair
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from June and July, receive a municipal update from staff, and hear a Downtown Brighton Improvement Area (DBIA) update. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main business being staff reports.
- Approval of minutes from June 5 and July 10, 2025 meetings
- Municipal update report from Economic Development staff
- DBIA update on downtown activities
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will hold a closed session for personal and legal matters, then an open session to consider staff reports, including an asset management plan update, policy updates, and a notice of motion calling for electoral reform. The council will also vote on several requests, including waiving fees and appointing a treasurer.
- Notice of motion by Councillors Wheeldon and Rowley urging federal and provincial governments to adopt proportional representation
- Approve 2025 Levels of Service Update Report as addendum to 2022 Corporate Asset Management Plan
- Adopt updated Workplace Violence and Workplace Harassment policies
- Request to waive $4,000 building permit penalty fee for Sandra Sualim
- Request to waive King Edward Arena rental fees for United Way campaign
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting, and to receive reports from members on event areas including Children's Village, Entertainment, Car Show, and Economic Development. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled. The meeting is primarily procedural, with updates on ongoing Applefest planning.
- Approval of August 6, 2025 minutes
- Reports from Children's Village, Entertainment, Car Show, Economic Development
- Next meeting dates: September 17, 2025 (option for September 10) and October 15, 2025
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will meet on August 11, 2025, to consider routine items and a delegation from Friends of Presqu'ile regarding a Green Municipal Fund application for reforestation. Council will also receive staff reports on stormwater, grants administration, and capital projects, and may approve a contribution to the tree-planting project. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a physician recruitment agreement update.
- Delegation from Friends of Presqu'ile on Green Municipal Fund application for tree planting (Growing Canada's Community Canopies Program)
- Potential council contribution to Friends of Presqu'ile for Presqu'ile Park Restoration project (amount blank)
- Staff report on Annual Stormwater Report for 2024
- Direct staff to investigate options for administering Grants in Aid program, with recommendation by April 2026
- Closed session: physician recruitment agreement update (personal matters)
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to review updates from subcommittees for the upcoming festival, including a quote for a Zorb track and a dance academy's offer to perform. Members will also discuss area-specific plans, maps, and volunteer needs. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Zorb Track quote from Main Event Fun Games Inc.: $1,745 + HST for track, 2 staff, and generator
- Astounding Heights Dance Academy offers 40-minute or multiple 20-minute performances at Children's Village
- Committee members to submit area maps, item lists, and volunteer numbers
- Next meetings scheduled for August 20, September 17, and October 15, 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Brighton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider four minor variance applications. Staff recommend approval for all four, which seek relief from zoning by-law requirements such as parking, setbacks, and lot coverage. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- A07-2025: Stalwood Homes seeks reduced parking (22 vs 27 spaces) for mixed-use building at 2 Empire Blvd
- A08-2025: Davis seeks reduced interior side yard (5.4m) for reconstruction at 8 Bayshore Road
- A09-2025: Amanda Strachan (Fidelity Homes Inc) seeks variance at 60 Sanford Street
- A10-2025: Mary Biggs seeks variance at 2 Langdon Avenue
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2025 meeting
Council PLANNING Meeting
Council will hold a statutory public meeting and vote on a zoning by-law amendment and consent application for 14861 Little Lake Road, which would sever a 0.48-hectare parcel for a future home and rezone the retained lands. Council will also review results of a cat by-law public consultation and consider a 50% reduction in planning fees for a consent application at 28-30 Division Street North. The meeting includes a closed session for personal matters and potential land purchases or exchange.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z06-2025 and Consent B03-2025 for 14861 Little Lake Road: rezone severed lands from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR), retained lands to Rural Exception No. 67 (RU-67)
- Cat By-law public consultation results (Staff Report PD2025-118)
- Request for 50% reduction in Planning Act fees for consent application B14-2022 at 28-30 Division Street North (Owner: 9814353 Canada Inc)
- Closed session under Municipal Act for personal matters and proposed land acquisition/disposition, including two potential land purchases and a land exchange
Council Meeting
Council will vote on awarding a $50.1 million contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion, approve two Community Improvement Plan grants totaling about $20,000, and decide on purchases for a new fire truck and a used aerial platform truck. The agenda also includes heritage designations for two properties, a mobile foodbank location, and several routine reports and resolutions.
- Award $50,122,781.00 RFP to North America Construction (1993) Ltd. for WWTP expansion
- Approve $89,690.20 purchase of 2025 GMC Sierra K1500 4X4 fire truck from Dependable Emergency Vehicles
- Allocate up to $100,000 for pre-owned 2007 Aerial Platform Truck purchase
- Approve two CIP applications (Brighton Sports and Wellness, Philex Drugs Inc.) with ~$20,000 funding
- Designate 15 Chapel Street and 20 Centre Street/58 Chapel Street under Ontario Heritage Act
Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
The Northumberland OPP Detachment Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the Ontario Provincial Police report for May and June 2025, and review correspondence. New business includes discussions on the OAPSB Spring Conference, a speed limit reduction in Edville, and ongoing disturbances in Bewdley. The board will also enter a closed session under Section 68(1) of the COPSA Act, 2019.
- OPP report for May and June 2025
- Email re: CDSA warrant results in seizure of loaded handgun
- Speed limit reduction in Edville
- Ongoing disturbances in Bewdley
- Closed session under Section 68(1) COPSA Act, 2019
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to discuss updates on festival components like the Children's Village, entertainment, car show, and economic development. They will also review the Apple Seed fundraising program and consider correspondence about a wrestling event and a dance group's participation. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review of Children's Village, entertainment, and car show updates
- Discussion of Apple Seed Fundraising Program applications
- Correspondence from Astounding Dance about participating in Applefest
- Proposal from Jesse Steele-Amato for a pro wrestling event at Applefest
- Next meeting dates scheduled for August 20, September 17, and October 15, 2025
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee will consider recommending that Brighton Council designate two privately owned properties under the Ontario Heritage Act: 15 Chapel Street and 20 Centre Street / 58 Chapel Street. The committee will also receive updates on the 2025 Ontario Heritage Conference and property research. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from previous meetings.
- Designation report for 15 Chapel Street, a 19th-century Gothic cottage, recommending heritage designation
- Designation report for 20 Centre Street / 58 Chapel Street, a Gothic Revival residence, recommending heritage designation
- Update from Jennifer on the 2025 Ontario Heritage Conference
- Update from Dan on property research and tourist pamphlets
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area board is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine approvals, reports from the president and treasurer, and committee updates. New business includes a discussion about a Memorial Park stage sign, and the board will also follow up on the Art in the Park event scheduled for August 2nd.
- Discussion of Memorial Park stage sign
- Fall advertising plans (Grapevine/Watershed)
- Follow-up on Art in the Park – August 2nd
- Committee reports from Beautify Brighton and Light up Brighton
- Municipality update from Emily Rowley
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to review Community Accessibility Improvement Fund applications from Brighton Sports and Wellness and Philex Drugs Inc/Brighton Apothecary in closed session, and will report recommendations for the Community Improvement Program afterward. The agenda also includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Closed session review of Community Accessibility Improvement Fund applications: Brighton Sports and Wellness and Philex Drugs Inc/Brighton Apothecary
- Recommendation for Community Improvement Program (CIP) to be reported from closed session
- Approval of minutes from June 5, 2025 meeting
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will discuss updates on several upcoming events, including Canada Day, Movie in the Park, Barns2Beaches, Concerts in the Park, and the Santa Claus Parade. They will also review a follow-up list from the June 17 meeting. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled.
- Canada Day review and follow-up on action items
- Movie in the Park updates
- Barns2Beaches event updates
- Concerts in the Park updates
- Santa Claus Parade discussion
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to receive the annual audit presentation from Baker Tilly, review the CEO and financial reports, and consider policy updates including a new home delivery service. The board will also hear updates from the BDA Committee and council representatives. This is a regular business meeting with no major public hearings or land-use decisions.
- Audit presentation by Baker Tilly
- Financial report: balance sheet and budget vs. actual to May 31, 2025
- Policy updates: OP-07 Unattended Children, OP-23 Home Delivery Service (new), VOL-01 Volunteer Program
- CEO report for May/June
- BDA Committee update and council rep reports
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation from Ontario Nature on wetland conservation in Brighton, discuss ecological restoration sites, and receive an update on the Sustainability Plan. The agenda also includes correspondence from Ontario Nature and Ozero about aquatic invasive species training.
- Delegation: Sarah Hasenack, Ontario Nature, on wetland conservation in Brighton
- Business item: Ecological Restoration Sites
- Business item: Sustainability Plan Update
- Correspondence: Letter from Ontario Nature on wetland conservation (May 6, 2025)
- Correspondence: Letter from Ozero on training and awareness activities for aquatic invasive species
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting focused on an economic development familiarization tour, where council members will visit local businesses and sites by bus. The agenda includes the tour, a question period, and a confirmatory bylaw to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Tour stops include Pine Glen Farms, Simple Life Homes, Presqu'ile Park Place, and Presqu'ile Waddling Arts Centre
- Outdoor picnic lunch at Memorial Park on Main Street
- Confirmatory bylaw to approve meeting proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The Brighton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider Minor Variance Application A06-2025 for 74 Sharp Road, which requests a reduced front yard setback to build a 654m² animal hospital. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Staff recommend approval of the variance.
- Public hearing for Application A06-2025: reduced front yard setback from 15.0m to 13.9m at 74 Sharp Road for a 654m² animal hospital
- Approval of minutes from May 28, 2025 meeting
- Land acknowledgement and declarations of pecuniary interests
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will hold a closed session at 5:00 p.m. for personal matters and land negotiations, then an open meeting at 6:30 p.m. to decide on several staff reports, including a grant application for Harbour Street infrastructure, an updated debt management policy, a new procurement bylaw, and an emergency messaging agreement with a local church. Council will also consider advisory committee recommendations, including purchasing a 2-Spirited Pride flag, and receive various reports and correspondence.
- Endorse application for provincial Health and Safety Water Stream grant to fund up to 73% of Harbour Street Phase 3 Reconstruction Project (Walas Street to Prince Edward Street)
- Approve updated Municipal Debt Management Policy changing debt servicing limit from 10% to 25%
- Approve updated Procurement By-law and give third reading to By-law 060-2025
- Approve Emergency Communication Signage Agreement with Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church, waiving $75 Signage Fee
- Reschedule July Council meeting to July 21 and Planning meeting to July 23
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and to receive updates from members on event planning areas such as the Children's Village, entertainment, car show, and economic development. The agenda is largely procedural, with no delegations or correspondence, and the main business is hearing progress reports and discussing next steps for the 2025 Applefest.
- Approval of minutes from May 21, 2025 meeting
- Children's Village updates: Paw Patrol costumes, Zoo to You extended, balloon person $750
- Car Show updates: 50/50 draw application, registration forms
- Economic development: St. John's Ambulance quote $850-$1550, vendor vetting
- Next meetings scheduled: July 15, August 20, September 17, October 15, 2025
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee is meeting to discuss updates for upcoming events, including Canada Day celebrations at King Edward Park, Movie in the Park, and the Barns2Beaches event on August 8th. They will also review correspondence from Presqu'ile Park and the Brighton Lions regarding participation in Canada Day. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and standard procedural items.
- Canada Day layout map for King Edward Park to be reviewed
- Request from Presqu'ile Park for a Canada Day booth
- Request from Brighton Lions for a food concession at Canada Day
- Movie in the Park updates (theme selected: 'Three Amigos')
- Barns2Beaches event updates for August 8th
Health Services Advisory Committee
The Health Services Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with no delegations or correspondence. The agenda includes approval of the agenda and the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Approval of the June 16, 2025 agenda
- Approval of the May 12, 2025 minutes
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton Council's planning meeting will decide on several items, including a zoning amendment to allow a hotel up to 22.5 metres at 129 Elizabeth Street, a road closure and sale on Bryce Drive, a consent application on Little Lake Road, and a part lot control exemption for McDonald Homes. Council will also consider passing by-laws for automated speed enforcement and a farmland lease, and discuss provincial housing bills.
- Zoning amendment for hotel at 129 Elizabeth Street (max height 22.5m)
- Road closure and sale of municipal road allowance on Bryce Drive (RC01-2025)
- Consent application B03-2025 at 14861 Little Lake Road
- Part lot control exemption for Block 57, Plan 39M-960 (Brighton Meadows)
- Automated Speed Enforcement By-law and AMPs amendment
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) board is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports, as well as new business on a Code of Conduct and Procedural Bylaw, and Art in the Park. There will also be follow-up discussions on the Pride Pop Up, Rainbow Bench, and Garden Club 100 Celebration.
- Code of Conduct – Procedural Bylaw discussion
- Art in the Park discussion
- Follow-up on Pride Pop up
- Follow-up on Rainbow Bench
- Follow-up on Garden Club 100 Celebration
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will discuss a draft Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, plan a multicultural food event, an Applefest booth, and involvement in local Pride events, including a flag raising. The meeting includes routine approval of agenda and minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting.
- Review of draft Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
- Planning for multicultural food event
- Applefest booth discussion
- 2025 Pride Flag Raising Event and future event planning
- Committee involvement at local Pride events
Homelessness Taskforce
The Brighton Homelessness Taskforce is meeting to discuss reports from an asset mapping session, a pocket resource guide from Quinte West, and a program in Hastings County. They will also receive updates on Bill 6 and share member updates. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approval of agenda and minutes.
- Report from asset mapping session on Brighton Public Library as a supportive organization
- Pocket Resource Guide from Quinte West
- Report on Next Steps program in Hastings County
- Update on Bill 6
- Member updates, questions, or ideas
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from municipal staff and the Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA). The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and routine administrative items, with no delegations or correspondence scheduled.
- Municipal update from Ben Hagerman, Economic Development and Communications Manager
- DBIA update on downtown entry and vinyl sign installation
- Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting
- Next meeting set for September 4, 2025
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will hold a closed session for personnel and land matters, then an open meeting to receive presentations on the County Rd 64/Prince Edward Street reconstruction and a housing solutions report. Key decisions include awarding a $1,137,449.86 surface treatment tender to The Miller Group, approving a $136,428.49 truck purchase, and authorizing a cost-sharing agreement with Northumberland County for the road reconstruction. Council will also consider a variance for a second mobile canteen at Codrington Park and several policy approvals.
- Award Tender PW-2025-07 to The Miller Group for $1,137,449.86 for 2025-2026 surface treatment
- Authorize cost-sharing agreement with County of Northumberland for County Rd 64/Prince Edward Street reconstruction
- Award Tender PW-2025-04 to Scott Drummond Motors for $136,428.49 for two pick-up trucks
- Variance to permit a second mobile canteen at Codrington Park
- Approve Accountability and Transparency, Sale and Disposition of Land, and Tree Canopy policies
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications: one for 34 Bayshore Road to allow an addition with reduced setbacks, and one for 5 Cardinal Court to permit an existing shed with a reduced side yard. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Minor variance A04-2025 for 34 Bayshore Road to allow reduced front, side, and exterior side yards for an addition
- Minor variance A05-2025 for 5 Cardinal Court to allow a reduced interior side yard for an existing 6.48 sq m shed
- Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting
- Public hearing for both applications
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive the CEO and financial reports, and review several policy updates. The board will also hear updates from the BDA committee and council representatives.
- Policy updates: BL-03 Terms of Reference for Officers, GOV-08 Advocacy Duties, GOV-09 Delegation of Authority to CEO, GOV-10 CEO Evaluation, OP-07 Unattended Children
- Financial report: Balance Sheet and Profit/Loss Budget vs Actual to April 30, 2025
- CEO report includes Home Delivery Service update by Heather and Kim
Special - Heritage Advisory Committee
The Brighton Heritage Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Ontario Heritage Conference, scheduled for June 19-21, 2025 in Prince Edward County. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and declarations of pecuniary interests, with the main topic being the conference.
- Discussion of Ontario Heritage Conference, June 19-21, 2025 in Prince Edward County
- Next regular meeting dates: July 7, 2025 at 1pm and September 8, 2025 at 3pm
Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
The Northumberland OPP Detachment Board is meeting to review OPP reports for March and April 2025, discuss correspondence, and consider new business including procurement and website matters. The board will also revisit several policies, including those on training, complaints, records management, and intimate partner violence. The meeting includes a closed session and is largely procedural.
- OPP report for March & April 2025
- Review of policies 0030, 0075, 0076, 0085
- New business: procurement and website
- Correspondence from OAPSB and OPP
- Closed session
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss rural broadband, drainage and flooding, a rural survey update, and municipal emergency response in rural areas. They will also review a letter from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness about agricultural system implementation. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Discussion of rural broadband, including the Northumberland Broadband Project construction by Axle Telecom
- Discussion of rural drainage and farmland drainage and flooding
- Rural survey update
- Municipal emergency response in rural areas
- Letter from OMAFA on Agricultural System implementation under the Provincial Planning Statement, 2024
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee will meet to hear updates from members on entertainment, the Children's Village, the car show, and economic development, and to review a follow-up list of action items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Entertainment update: 8 submissions received, deadline June 2
- Children's Village: Zoo to You contract confirmed at $2,312.00 total
- Car show: application sent to school board for space use
- Economic development: over 200 vendor applications received
- Follow-up list review includes budget concerns and event logistics
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider several staff reports and motions, including a $33,900 contract for a recreation facility feasibility study, a streetlight project for Brighton by the Bay, and adoption of 2025 tax rates. Council will also vote on motions opposing Strong Mayor powers and the repeal of the Endangered Species Act, and receive updates on the Shed Canteen, Love Local Week, and physician recruitment.
- Award RFP REC 2025-01 for Indoor Multi-Use Recreation Facility Feasibility Study to RAW Design Inc. for $33,900.00
- Direct staff to secure contractor for Brighton by the Bay streetlight project and develop a review program
- Pass By-law 048-2025 to adopt 2025 tax rates with penalty and interest provisions
- Approve partnership agreement with Docs by the Bay Physician Recruitment and Retention Program
- Motion opposing Strong Mayor powers and motion opposing repeal of Endangered Species Act
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will review the May 1 Volunteer Service Recognition Event, discuss movie options for Movies in the Park (Western theme), and receive updates on Canada Day and Barns2Beaches. The agenda is mostly discussion and updates, with no formal decisions listed.
- Review of Volunteer Service Recognition Event held May 1
- Movie options for Movies in the Park: Western theme, including 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' (1969), 'High Noon' (1952), 'Shane' (1953), 'Three Amigos' (1986), 'Rango' (2011)
- Canada Day celebrations update
- Barns2Beaches event on August 8 update
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton Council's planning meeting will hold a statutory public meeting for public feedback on proposed Community Improvement Plans (CIPs) for 2025-2026, including new accessibility funding. Council will also decide on a zoning by-law amendment and consent application by Brite Lights Solar Inc. for a lot line adjustment at 416 and 448 Old Wooler Road, and consider a variance for a second mobile canteen at Codrington Park. Additionally, staff will present a proposed cat control by-law for public consultation and a floodplain mapping study for Butler Creek and Arena Creek.
- Public feedback on 2025-2026 Community Improvement Plans: Façade Improvement Design Rebate (50% up to $3,000), Façade and Landscaping Improvement (50% up to $10,000), and new Community Accessibility Improvement Fund (50% up to $5,000)
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z04-2025 and Consent B02-2025 for 416 & 448 Old Wooler Road by Brite Lights Solar Inc. to swap lot portions and rezone from Rural Residential to Rural Exception No. 35
- Variance to permit a second mobile canteen (pizza food truck) at Codrington Park for Denis Gould & Brad Gordon, 1-year permit with renewal option
- Proposed Cat Control By-law: staff directed to initiate public consultation and sole-source animal services from Quinte Humane Society/Pierce Animal Control or Northumberland Humane Society
- Passing of By-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 18 (Community Engagement and Complete Application policies) and assumption of Orchard Gate Stormwater Facility
Heritage Advisory Committee
The committee will review research regarding a potential historical display for the Main, Young, and Prince Edward Street intersection. Members will also discuss historical plaques, street name suggestions, and a designation report for 523 Carman Road.
- Discussion of Main Street Arch research provided by Dan Buchanan
- Update on historical plaques
- Review of street name suggestions
- Designation advice for 523 Carman Road
Health Services Advisory Committee
The Health Services Advisory Committee is meeting to nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the agenda, and approve minutes from the April 11, 2024 meeting. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new substantive items listed.
- Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of May 12, 2025 agenda
- Approval of April 11, 2024 minutes
Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA)
The Downtown Business Improvement Area (DBIA) board is meeting to handle routine business including approving the agenda and minutes, receiving reports from the President and Treasurer, and hearing committee updates. Under new business, the board will discuss BACC rent, a Garden Club June event, and a request for sponsorship for a Pride Pop-Up on June 21st. The meeting is open to non-board members for questions on agenda topics.
- Discussion of BACC rent
- Garden Club June event
- Pride Pop-Up June 21st – request for sponsorship
- Municipal meeting with Clerk
- Committee reports: Beautify Brighton, Light up Brighton, Marketing/Advertising, Economic Development
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the AccessAbility Awareness Week event and review municipal updates, including the Accessibility Plan for update, an Accessibility Compliance Desk Audit, and the Customer Service Policy. The committee will also consider the Brian Todd Memorial Fund Grant and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- AccessAbility Awareness Week Event discussion
- Accessibility Plan review for update
- Accessibility Compliance Desk Audit
- Customer Service Policy / Accessible and Clear Print Guidelines
- Brian Todd Memorial Fund Grant
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee will discuss the Pride Flag Raising event and banners along Main Street, and consider correspondence about opportunities to support local Pride events, including a request from the Pride Committee of Brighton for sponsorship and use of the city logo. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and declarations of interest.
- Discussion of Pride Flag Raising event and banners along Main Street
- Correspondence: Opportunities to Support Local Pride Events, including a sponsorship request from Pride Committee of Brighton (levels $150, $250, $500)
- Approval of minutes from February 27, 2025 meeting
- Next meeting dates: June 19, 2025 and September 18, 2025
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider awarding a $2,832,622.12 contract to Dekeyser Excavating Ltd. for the reconstruction of Walas and Harbour Streets, and will receive updates on the Transportation Master Plan. The agenda also includes two notices of motion opposing provincial 'Strong Mayor' powers and the repeal of the Endangered Species Act, plus several routine items like minutes and reports.
- Award PW 2025-02 Reconstruction of Walas Street and Harbour Street to Dekeyser Excavating Ltd. for $2,832,622.12
- Receive final draft Transportation Master Plan and direct staff to submit to MECP for 30-day review
- Notice of motion opposing 'Strong Mayor' powers in Ontario municipalities
- Notice of motion opposing repeal of Endangered Species Act within Bill 5
- Purchase of extrication equipment for $74,495.00
Recreation Facility Advisory Committee
The Recreation Facility Advisory Committee will review feasibility study submissions and discuss correspondence from the Royal Canadian Legion regarding a community centre. The meeting includes routine approvals of agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Review of feasibility study submissions
- Email from Royal Canadian Legion President regarding Community Centre
- Approval of April 14, 2025 minutes
Homelessness Taskforce
The Brighton Homelessness Taskforce is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, review its terms of reference and related policies, and discuss the current state of homelessness, resource allocation, emergency shelter availability, mental health services, prevention, and community engagement. The taskforce is working toward a community action plan to aid those living rough in Brighton.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of Terms of Reference and Committees of Council Administration Policy
- Discussion of emergency shelter availability, including 310 Division Street in Cobourg
- Discussion of funding sources and budget allocations for homelessness programs
- Discussion of mental health and substance abuse services access
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss potential fish habitat restoration projects, ecological off-setting policies for Official Plan Amendments, an update on the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, and eco-friendly materials like bee bricks. They will also discuss Bill 5's changes to the Endangered Species Act using an EcoJustice primer. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting.
- Potential fish habitat restoration projects
- Potential OPA policies for ecological off-setting
- Integrated Community Sustainability Plan update
- Bee Bricks and other eco-friendly materials
- Discussion of Bill 5 - changes to the Endangered Species Act
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting with the primary purpose of entering a closed session to discuss a bidding opportunity for a fire truck on Gov Deal, citing trade secret and competitive position exemptions under the Ontario Municipal Act. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including agenda approval, a land acknowledgement, and a confirmatory by-law.
- Closed session to discuss bidding opportunity for a Fire Truck on Gov Deal
- Confirmatory by-law to confirm proceedings of the April 28, 2025 special council meeting
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to plan the 2025 Applefest, including entertainment, the Children's Village, the car show, and a request to use Memorial Park on the Sunday of the festival. They will also review follow-up items from the previous meeting and approve the agenda and minutes.
- Request from Bruce Tonkin to use Memorial Park on the Sunday of Applefest
- Zoo to You vendor agreement for Children's Village
- Balloon vendor and Main Event updates for Children's Village
- Entertainment update from Dennis Budgel
- Economic development update from Caroline Birch
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the CEO's report on March activities, safety and security in municipal spaces, and cybersecurity training, and review the financial report to March 31, 2025. Committee and council representative updates are also on the agenda.
- Approval of March 26, 2025 minutes
- CEO report: safety and security in municipal spaces
- CEO report: cybersecurity training update
- Financial report: balance sheet and budget vs actual to March 31, 2025
- Updates from Councillors MacAusland and Wright
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will hold a closed session on a land deal at Sharp Road Industrial Park, then an open meeting to consider several items. Key decisions include authorizing internet voting for the 2026 municipal election and amending the property standards by-law to add mould control provisions. Council will also receive reports on outdoor court agreements for tennis and pickleball clubs, and approve a Pride flag raising event.
- Closed session: proposed acquisition/disposition of land, Sharp Road Industrial Park
- By-law to authorize internet voting for 2026 municipal election
- Amendment to Property Standards By-law (099-2020) adding mould control provisions
- Staff report on Brighton Tennis Club and Brighton Pickleball Club draft agreements
- Request to waive $75 variance fee for Trinity St. Andrew's United Church LED sign
CANCELLED - Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
This meeting of the Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda had included a delegation from Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church requesting funding for Pride events and an LGBTQ+ support group, as well as discussion on supporting Pride events in Brighton and a Pride flag raising and banners along Main Street.
- Delegation from Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church requesting $300 for Pride events and $200 for LGBTQ+ support group
- Discussion on supporting Pride events in Brighton
- Pride Flag Raising event and banners along Main Street
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing preparations for the 2025 festival, including vendor contracts, entertainment, the car show, and financial updates. Members will also review follow-up items from the previous meeting and set future meeting dates.
- Zoo to You vendor agreement and contract for Children's Village
- Balloon vendor and Main Event photo booth follow-up
- Entertainment update from Dennis Budgell
- Car show update from Sherry Burkitt
- Finance update from Laura Knegt
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton's Council Planning meeting on April 14, 2025, will hold a statutory public meeting and consider staff recommendations on an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 21 Meade Street, proposing to convert an existing commercial-residential building into a fourplex. Council will also vote on a new Sign Control By-law and an amendment to the Property Standards By-law to add mould provisions. The agenda includes procedural items like land acknowledgement, declarations of interest, and confirmatory by-law.
- Public meeting and decision on OPA01-2025 and Z01-2025 for 21 Meade Street: rezone from 'Core Area Exception No. 7' to 'Urban Residential Three Exception No. 17 (R3-17)' and redesignate from 'Core Commercial' to 'Special Development Area - 17'
- Proposed conversion of existing building at 21 Meade Street into a fourplex with 7 parking stalls, no exterior changes
- Passing of Sign Control By-law (By-law 037-2025) to regulate signs and murals
- Amendment to Property Standards By-law No. 099-2020 to add mould definition and control provisions
- Notice of adoption of Northumberland County Official Plan Amendment No. 2 (By-law 13-2025)
Recreation Facility Advisory Committee
The Recreation Facility Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, review its Terms of Reference, the Committees of Council Administration Policy, and the Code of Conduct for Local Board and Committee Members. The committee will also receive applications for a feasibility study related to a new Multi-Use Recreation Complex. This is largely an organizational meeting with procedural items.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Review of Committee Terms of Reference
- Review of Committees of Council Administration Policy
- Review of Code of Conduct for Local Board and Committee Members
- Receive Feasibility Study Applications
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider Minor Variance Application A02-2025 for 16255 Telephone Road, seeking a reduced interior side yard to allow a 356.3 sq.m. addition. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and a land acknowledgement.
- Minor variance A02-2025 for 16255 Telephone Road to reduce interior side yard to 4.81m for a 356.3 sq.m. addition
- Public hearing for the variance application
- Approval of minutes from February 20, 2025 meeting
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including a $150,000 transfer for physician recruitment incentives, authorizing internet voting for the 2026 municipal election, and amending Community Improvement Programs. The agenda also includes presentations from the Home Rainbow Youth Centre and Northumberland County's 2025 budget, plus routine approvals of minutes and committee reports.
- Transfer $150,000 from Contingency Reserve for physician recruitment incentives to three practicing physicians, two anticipated physicians, one resident, and one medical student
- Authorize internet voting as the alternative voting method for the 2026 Municipal Election
- Amend Community Improvement Programs (2025-2026) to include Community Accessibility Improvement Fund and transfer $40,000 from CIP Reserve Fund
- Pass by-laws for Medical Services Funding Agreements with Dr. Naeem Ullah Khan, Dr. Anastasia Dobrinski, Dr. Ronak Brahmbhatt, Dr. Sidra Razi, and Medical Student Funding Agreement with Ron Dieba
- Receive Northumberland County 2025 Budget presentation from CAO Jennifer Moore
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee is meeting to discuss community service awards, including a closed session to review nominations, and to plan summer events like Concerts in the Park, Canada Day, and Movies in the Park. They will also receive an update on the Barns2Beaches concert event. The agenda includes standard procedural items like approving the agenda and minutes.
- Closed session to review Community Service Excellence Award and Spirit of Service Award nominations
- Discussion of Concerts in the Park, Canada Day Celebrations, and Movies in the Park
- Update on Barns2Beaches event, which has a $1,500 contribution from Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board
- Sub-committee update on Community Service Excellence and Spirit of Service Awards
- Next meeting dates scheduled through November 2025
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee will elect a Vice-Chair and discuss the Rural Roads and Transportation Master Plan, rural broadband, County Road 64 roadwork, and a communications/survey update. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting.
- Election of Vice-Chair
- Discussion of Rural Roads and Transportation Master Plan
- Discussion of rural broadband
- Discussion of County Road 64 roadwork
- Approval of minutes from December 12, 2024 meeting
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is meeting to approve the previous and current agendas, receive a CEO report covering February 2025 and cybersecurity, review updates to several policies, and discuss the financial report including a recommendation for a short-term GIC for 2025 funds. The board will also hear updates from the BDA Committee and council representatives.
- Policy updates: FD-01, OP-03, OP-10, OP-13, OP-14
- Financial report: balance sheet and budget vs actual to Feb 28, 2025
- Recommendation for short-term GIC for 2025 funds
- CEO report includes cybersecurity update
- Website tour by Andrea Wheeldon
Council Meeting
Brighton Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving the 2025 Tennis Club user agreement, receiving annual water and wastewater system reports, and renaming the Citizen of the Year Award. The agenda also includes delegations on street lighting, a visual identity refresh, and a legal matter regarding an OLT case, plus a closed session for litigation discussion.
- Approve 2025 Tennis Club user agreement
- Receive 2024 Brighton Springs Drinking Water System and Wastewater annual reports
- Rename Citizen of the Year Award to Community Service Excellence Award and add Spirit of Service Award
- Declare April 14-19 as Love Local Week
- In camera session on OLT-24-000093 litigation (JRB Williams Enterprises, Elgin St. Development)
Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
The Northumberland OPP Detachment Board is meeting to receive a presentation from a police services advisor, review the February 2025 OPP report, and discuss new business including the OPP detachment board naming process, board insurance, and the board website. They will also address old business on an emergency detour route and the OAPSB Spring Conference, and hold a closed session to discuss board policies.
- Presentation by Graham Wight, Police Services Advisor
- OPP report for February 2025
- Discussion of OPP Detachment Board Naming Process
- Board insurance discussion
- Closed session on board policies
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to discuss plans for the 2025 festival, including updates from subcommittees on the Children's Village, entertainment, car show, and street fair. They will also consider a sponsorship inquiry from BioPed and review the municipal sponsorship policy. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Vendor fee increases: Children's Village and Car Show vendors from $100 to $120; Local Vendors and Sports Clubs from $140 to $150; Visiting Vendors from $175 to $200; all food vendors from $225 to $250
- BioPed Footcare Peterborough expressed interest in sponsoring Applefest 2025
- Committee to review Municipal Sponsorship and Donations Policy (April 15, 2024)
- Applefest 2025 dates set for September 26-28
- Vendor application period tentatively April 1 to June 1, 2025
Council PLANNING Meeting
Council is holding a statutory public meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment and two consent applications for 619 Lakeshore Road, which would sever the property into two new residential lots. They will also discuss an Official Plan amendment on community engagement, a new surety bond policy, and a draft development charge deferral policy. Decisions will be made on these items after hearing public input.
- Zoning amendment (Z07-2022) and consents (B10-2022, B11-2022) for 619 Lakeshore Road to create two residential lots
- Official Plan Amendment No. 18 on community engagement policies and complete application requirements
- New policy to accept pay-on-demand surety bonds for development obligations
- Draft policy on development charge deferral, prepayment, and interest rates
- By-laws to appoint two by-law enforcement officers (Allen Magee, Samantha Sheppard)
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several accessibility initiatives, including planning for AccessAbility Awareness Week, a Community Improvement Plan presentation, and a review of the 2021-2025 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. They will also receive a municipal update covering a Stop Gap Foundation item, a grant application for accessible ground material at King Edward Park, and potential joint meetings with other committees. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and declarations of interest.
- Review of Accessible Brighton 2021-2025 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Discussion of Community Improvement Plan with Caroline Birch
- Grant application for accessible ground material at King Edward Park
- Planning for AccessAbility Awareness Week event
- Municipal update including Stop Gap Foundation and joint committee networking
Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several environmental items, including the purchase/raising of an Earth Day flag, the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, amendments to the Species at Risk in Ontario List, participation in Communities in Bloom Ontario, and an Earth Day event. They will also consider a vendor request from the Brighton Garden Club. The agenda includes routine approvals of previous minutes and a land acknowledgement.
- Purchase/raising of Earth Day Flag
- Integrated Community Sustainability Plan workshop materials
- Amendments to the Species at Risk in Ontario List
- Communities in Bloom Ontario participation
- Request from Brighton Garden Club (vendor request)
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Citizen of the Year sub-committee, Concerts in the Park, Canada Day celebrations, Movies in the Park, and the Barns2Beaches event. The agenda includes a recommendation to rename the Citizen of the Year Award to the Community Service Excellence Award and add a Spirit of Service Award, as well as formalize the voting process. No delegations or correspondence are scheduled.
- Recommendation to rename Citizen of the Year Award to Community Service Excellence Award and add Spirit of Service Award
- Barns2Beaches event scheduled for August 8, 2025, with $1,500 contribution from Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board
- Concerts in the Park: 10 bands booked for 13 Wednesdays, with alternate Thursday dates
- Canada Day celebrations: fireworks, bouncy castles, food vendors, and band moved to arena stage
- Movies in the Park: discussion of themes including western, Sound of Music, A League of Their Own
Economic Development Advisory Committee
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a staff update on municipal economic development activities, including the launch of a Community Improvement Plan, branding efforts, and a potential hotel project. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a DBIA update. No public delegations or correspondence are scheduled.
- Community Improvement Plan: three programs (façade design, façade improvement, accessibility improvements) to launch in spring 2025
- Branding: staff to recommend council authorize procurement of a branding consultant; RFP expected May 2025
- Hotel: potential 65+ room hotel development, possible formal announcement in 2025
- Municipal Accommodations Tax: over $7,000 collected to date; $50,000 revenue estimated for 2025
- New long-term care facility at Georgina Street and Hardy Lane, operated by Omni Quality Living, in rezoning phase
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Brighton Heritage Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the 28 Aranda Way heritage designation, a follow-up on a letter from Bruce Davis about a plaque for the 1904 archway at the Sobey's parking lot, and a delegation about the Heritage History Hunt 2025. They will also approve the agenda and minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting.
- Update on 28 Aranda Way heritage designation
- Follow-up on Bruce Davis letter requesting a plaque for the 1904 archway at Sobey's parking lot
- Delegation from Caroline Birch on Heritage History Hunt 2025
- Approval of minutes from January 13, 2025 meeting
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider final adoption of the 2025 budget by-law, which includes a 7.61% tax increase approved at the February 18 meeting. Council will also vote on water/wastewater fees, a grant agreement for wastewater treatment upgrades, and a request for proposals to lease a shed at King Edward Park.
- 2025 Budget By-law (7.61% tax increase)
- 2025 Water and Wastewater Fees and Charges Bylaw
- Grant Funding Agreement for Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund (wastewater treatment upgrades)
- RFP to lease Shed at King Edward Park for canteen services
- New Fire Station #1 / Paramedic Base progress update
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
The Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Pride flag, collaboration with other community Pride committees, and the use of the committee's full name. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes from the December 16, 2024 meeting. No decisions are expected on these discussion items at this meeting.
- Discussion on Pride Flag Update
- Discussion on collaborating with other community Pride committees
- Discussion on use of committee full name
- Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 meeting
Brighton Public Library Board
The Brighton Public Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve the previous meeting's minutes, hear the CEO's report on January activities and project updates, and review the financial report including the balance sheet and budget versus actuals as of January 31, 2025. Committee and council representative reports will also be presented.
- Approval of minutes from Jan 22, 2025 meeting
- CEO report on January 2025 activities and project updates
- Financial report: balance sheet and budget vs actual to Jan 31, 2025
- BDA committee report
- Reports from Council Reps Councillor MacAusland and Councillor Wright
CANCELLED: Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
This meeting of the Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee was cancelled. The agenda had included discussions on the Integrated Community Sustainability Plan, Earth Day events, and amendments to the Species at Risk in Ontario List, but no decisions were made.
- Integrated Community Sustainability Plan workshop 1 presentation
- Purchase/raising of Earth Day Flag
- Amendments to the Species at Risk in Ontario List
- Communities in Bloom Ontario participation
- Request from Brighton Garden Club for vendor
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting focused solely on a closed-session training session led by the Integrity Commissioner regarding the Conflict of Interest Act and the Council Code of Conduct. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as agenda approval, declarations of interest, and a confirmatory by-law. No decisions or public business are scheduled.
- Closed session under Ontario Municipal Act s. 239(3.1) for educational training on Conflict of Interest Act and Council Code of Conduct
- Confirmatory by-law to approve proceedings of the February 24, 2025 special meeting
Special Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing site plans for a new long-term care home at Georgina Street and Hardy Lane, and a site plan at 74 Sharp Road, to ensure they meet accessibility standards. They will also receive an update on the 2024 Accessible Vision and Goals. The meeting is advisory, with no final decisions made.
- Site plan review for 74 Sharp Road
- Site plan review for OMNI long-term care home at Georgina Street and Hardy Lane (4-storey, 256 beds, 16,550 m² GFA)
- 2024 Accessible Vision and Goals update
Northumberland OPP Detachment Board
The Northumberland OPP Detachment Board is meeting to approve the January minutes, receive the OPP report for January 2025, and discuss correspondence from the OAPSB. New business includes signing authority and a fire-related item (EDR). Old business covers community policing and the OAPSB Spring Conference. The board will also enter closed session to discuss board policies.
- OPP report for January 2025
- Correspondence re: Peel Police Human Rights and Police Governance Report
- Notice Call for Resolutions from OAPSB
- New business: Signing Authority and Fire-EDR
- Closed session: Board Policies
Rural Advisory Committee
The Rural Advisory Committee will elect a Vice-Chair and discuss rural roads and transportation, rural broadband, County Road 64 roadwork, and a communications/survey update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions listed on these topics.
- Election of Vice-Chair
- Discussion of Rural Roads and Transportation Master Plan
- Discussion of Rural Broadband
- Discussion of County Road 64 roadwork
- Discussion of Communications/Survey update
Committee of Adjustment
The Brighton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks a reduced rear yard setback for a sunroom addition at 3 Quick Lane, and the second seeks reduced rear and interior yard setbacks at 92 Sanford Street. The committee will hear from applicants and the public before making decisions.
- Application A03-2024: reduced rear yard/water yard setback to 1.0 m for a 20.6 sq.m sunroom at 3 Quick Lane
- Application A01-2025: reduced rear yard and interior yard setback at 92 Sanford Street
- Staff recommends approval of A03-2024, subject to 20-day appeal period
- Lower Trent Conservation requires floodproofing to 77.41 m CGVD28 for the sunroom at 3 Quick Lane
- Public hearing for both applications; no public comments received for A03-2024
Applefest Steering Committee
The Applefest Steering Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from October 16, 2024, and to receive reports from subcommittees (Children's Village, Entertainment, Car Show, Streetfair, Finance). They will also discuss correspondence from BioPed regarding sponsorship for Applefest 2025, which is scheduled for September 26-28. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed on the agenda.
- Applefest 2025 dates: September 26-28
- Sponsorship inquiry from BioPed (Alysha Duivesteyn)
- Reports from Children's Village, Entertainment, Car Show, Streetfair, Finance
- Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting
- Tentative 2025 meeting dates listed through October
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will receive presentations on the 2024 Development Charges Addendum and the 2025 Water and Wastewater Rate Study, and will consider approving the associated financial plans. The council will also hold a public meeting on the 2025 budget and vote on a bylaw to impose development charges. Other items include endorsing a grant application for active transportation infrastructure on Harbour Street, adopting a Homelessness Taskforce terms of reference, and a notice of motion on post-secondary education funding.
- Approve Brighton 2024 DC Addendum and 2025 Water and Wastewater Rate Study
- Public meeting on 2025 Municipal Budget
- Endorse application for Government of Canada Active Transportation Fund for Harbour Street Reconstruction
- Adopt Homelessness Taskforce Terms of Reference
- Pass bylaw to impose development charges
Community Events Steering Committee
The Community Events and Civic Awards Steering Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, and discuss several upcoming events. A key item is a report recommending renaming the Citizen of the Year Award to the Community Service Excellence Award and adding a Spirit of Service Award. The committee will also debrief the 2024 Santa Claus Parade and discuss plans for Concerts in the Park, Canada Day, and Movies in the Park.
- Report recommends renaming Citizen of the Year Award to Community Service Excellence Award
- Proposal to add Spirit of Service Award for nominees not selected for top award
- Formalized voting process for award selection proposed
- Debrief of 2024 Santa Claus Parade
- Discussion of 2025 events: Concerts in the Park, Canada Day, Movies in the Park
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton Council's planning meeting will receive a staff update on recent site plan approvals and consider a draft Official Plan Amendment and by-law to formalize community engagement and complete application requirements for Planning Act applications. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss a potential land purchase. No final decisions are expected on the planning items at this meeting.
- Site plan approvals summary: 70 Sharp Rd. industrial building approved; 2 Empire Blvd. mixed-use (10 units + commercial) in process; 11 Loyalist Dr. warehouse addition approved; 74 Sharp Rd. animal hospital in process; Omni long-term care facility (256 beds) in process; 128 Elizabeth St. hotel (85 rooms) pending
- Draft Official Plan Amendment for alternative public consultation and complete application information requirements
- Complete Application Information By-law to be considered at March 10 session
- Closed session under Municipal Act for potential land purchase
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee will hear an appeal (File PSA-2025-001) by property owner Larry Lee regarding an Order to Comply issued for 34 King Street. The order requires the owner to provide an engineer's report on structural soundness and a scope of work. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting.
- Appeal hearing for 34 King Street (PSA-2025-001) regarding property standards violations
- Order to Comply requires engineer's report and scope of work by November 20, 2024
- Property owner: Beaux Arts School of Creative Vision Christian School Inc.
- Previous notice of non-compliance issued July 29, 2024, with $350 administration fee
- Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole - 07 Feb 2025 - Budget Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2025 budget and several department presentations. A key staff report recommends maintaining the fall-to-spring ice schedule for the arena, with ice plant startup on September 2, 2025, rather than extending into warmer months, due to equipment limitations, energy costs, and low summer usage. The committee will also hear from community groups seeking funding and will direct staff to prepare for the February 18 public budget meeting.
- Staff report recommends maintaining fall-to-spring ice schedule, with ice plant startup September 2, 2025
- Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation requests $500,000 over 5 years for ER expansion
- University Hospitals Kingston Foundation presents on interventional radiology
- 2025 Budget second draft to be presented at public meeting on February 18, 2025
- Staff to monitor water depth at Bay St. Marina for dragon boat docking
Council Meeting
Brighton Council is meeting to consider several key items, including entering into a Municipal Access Agreement with Northumberland Networks LP for broadband infrastructure, passing a bylaw to establish a Property Standards Committee, and approving the 2025 Interim Tax Levy. Council will also hear presentations on the audited financial statements and a delegation regarding the Municipal Accountability Act, and will vote on a deferred motion about that act. Several advisory committee recommendations, including a heritage designation and a budget addition for accessibility, are also on the agenda.
- Municipal Access Agreement with Northumberland Networks LP for broadband network in municipal rights-of-way
- Bylaw to establish a Property Standards Committee, repealing By-law No. 074-2019
- Interim Tax Levy for 2025 and Temporary Borrowing Bylaw for 2025
- Deferred motion on Municipal Accountability Act (Bill 241) calling for provincial action
- Recommendation to add $25,000 to 2025 budget for Accessibility function of Community Improvement Plan
Committee of the Whole - 29 Jan 2025 - 2025 Budget Meeting
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the first draft of the 2025 operating budget. The draft proposes a 10.48% budget increase and a 7.67% tax increase, amounting to $962,938 in additional tax revenue. The meeting includes presentations and deliberations on the operating budget, with a public presentation scheduled for February 18 and a budget by-law for March 3.
- Draft 2025 operating budget with 10.48% budget increase and 7.67% tax increase ($962,938)
- Capital levy increase to 1% of prior year tax levy plus CPI up to 2%
- Accessibility projects: paved trails to playgrounds, sidewalk replacement on Prince Edward Street, Harbour between Edgewater and Walas Street, new sidewalk on Walas Street, one-stop accessible counter at 35 Alice Street
- Items not included: Grants-in-Aid ($183,605), Private Road Grant ($20,000), physician reserve transfer
- Assessment growth of $320,423 from MPAC for 2025
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee is meeting to elect a Chair, approve the agenda and minutes, and receive an overview of the committee's role and appeal process. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new appeals or property-specific items listed for this session.
- Election of Chair
- Approval of October 11, 2022 minutes
- Review of Committee Role and Appeal Process
Council PLANNING Meeting
Brighton Council's Planning meeting will hold a statutory public meeting and decide on two consent applications (severances) at 739 Smith Street and 12 Singleton Street, plus a part-lot control exemption for Hamilton Woods Phase 4. Council will also hear a delegation from Segal Construction about municipal affordable housing and receive updates on the strategic plan and by-law enforcement. The meeting includes an in-camera session on land acquisition and litigation.
- Consent B15-2024: sever 2.2 ha at 739 Smith Street (applicant John Kuipers)
- Consent B16-2024: sever at 12 Singleton Street (applicants James and Michelle Booth)
- Part Lot Control Exemption PLC03-2024 for Block 36, Plan 39M-959 (Hamilton Woods Phase 4)
- Delegation from Segal Construction on municipal affordable housing
- By-law to appoint building officials and agreement with RSM Building Consultants
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting is for Council to receive presentations from nine eligible candidates applying to fill a vacancy on Council. Each candidate has up to five minutes to present, followed by Council questions. Council may select a candidate by majority vote at this meeting or defer the decision to a special meeting on January 27, 2025. No public or media comments will be taken.
- Nine candidates: Laurie Caouette, Joyce Cassin, Jake DeGroot, Steph Hails, Mohamad (Mo) Khan, Laura Knegt, Doug Leblanc, Hannah MacAusland, Mary McEwan
- Each candidate has 5 minutes to present
- Council may vote to fill vacancy or defer to Jan 27 special meeting
- Confirmatory by-law to approve meeting proceedings
Special Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee
The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to review a draft resolution endorsing the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area (NMCA) for Lake Ontario and requesting a feasibility assessment. The resolution, if approved, would direct the Mayor and Council to send letters to federal and provincial officials urging prioritization of the NMCA and commissioning a feasibility study.
- Draft resolution endorsing a National Marine Conservation Area for Lake Ontario
- Request for a feasibility assessment of the NMCA
- Letters to be sent to federal and provincial ministers, including Steven Guilbeault and Doug Ford
- Resolution mentions Presqu'ile Point Lighthouse and HMS Speedy shipwreck as heritage assets
- Copy of resolution to be sent to nearby municipalities and First Nations
Accessibility Advisory Committee
The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review 2024 accessibility survey responses, set goals and directions for 2025, and plan for National AccessAbility Awareness Week 2025. The agenda also includes a municipal update and approval of previous minutes. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and planning.
- Review of Accessibility Survey Responses 2024
- Goals and directions for 2025
- Plan for National AccessAbility Awareness Week 2025
- Municipal Update
- Approval of minutes from September 13, 2024 meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is receiving the first draft of the 2025 Capital Budget for information. The draft proposes a 10.48% budget increase and a 7.67% tax increase, adding $962,938 to the tax levy. The meeting is the first in a series of budget deliberations, with a public presentation scheduled for February 18 and a budget by-law on March 3.
- 2025 capital budget draft with $62,246,646 total budget and $13,523,678 tax levy
- Tax increase of 7.67% ($962,938) proposed
- Capital levy increase to 1% of prior year tax levy plus CPI up to 2%
- External budget increases: policing +$173,038, library +$44,985, conservation authority +$29,964
- Service delivery increases: staffing +$429,772, medical expenses +$108,411
Heritage Advisory Committee
The Heritage Advisory Committee will discuss a draft designation report for 28 Aranda Way, a private rural residence, and continue discussions on other properties of historical interest. They will also hear a delegation from Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church. The meeting includes routine approvals of agenda and minutes.
- Discussion of draft designation report for 28 Aranda Way
- Delegation from Trinity-St. Andrew's United Church
- Continued discussion of properties with historical interest
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2024 meeting
Council Meeting
Brighton Council will consider a proposed Boundary Road Agreement with Cramahe Township for maintenance of five shared roads, approve a 5-year service contract with CIMCO Refrigeration, and discuss a request to support the Municipal Accountability Act, 2024. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, presentations, and committee reports.
- Boundary Road Agreement with Cramahe Township for Dale Rd, Pinewood School Rd, Boundary Rd, Waites Rd, Darling Rd
- Customer Service Agreement with CIMCO Refrigeration, 5-year term, $5,400 annual cost
- Special pricing for civil ceremonies on February 14, 2025
- Request to support Municipal Accountability Act, 2024
- Proposed sale of land in Industrial Park, Sharp Road (in camera)