Central Huron public meetings in 2025
38 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will adopt the meeting agenda and consider the Hunking Municipal Drain report. It will vote on several service agreements, including a fire service contract with North Huron ($90,000 annually) and a drainage superintendent shared service with Bluewater ($30,750 annually). The council will also approve renewal of a dust‑control contract and authorize a tender for a new fire pumper estimated at $950,000.
- Accept Hunking Municipal Drain Report and schedule Court of Revision for Jan 12 2026
- Sign North Huron Fire Agreement – annual flat fee $90,000 plus call costs
- Sign Bluewater Shared Service Agreement for Drainage Superintendent – $30,750 per year
- Renew Dust Control Contract with Pollard Distribution Inc – total $92,200 including HST
- Approve tender for replacement fire pumper – estimated cost $950,000
Regular Council Meeting #1
The council will vote on a consolidated fee bylaw (By‑law 79‑2025) and an amendment to the Official Plan (By‑law 80‑2025). It will also consider a part‑lot control exemption by‑law (By‑law 81‑2025). The Official Plan amendment is deferred until provincial approval is received. Additional reports on 2026 fees, service club property taxes, and budget pre‑approvals will be received for information.
- Adopt By‑law 79‑2025 – consolidated fee bylaw for the Municipality of Central Huron
- Adopt By‑law 80‑2025 – amendment to the Municipality of Central Huron Official Plan
- Adopt By‑law 81‑2025 – exemption of certain lands from part‑lot control in the East Ward
- Defer Official Plan Review Amendment (Section 12.1.11) until provincial approval is obtained
- Receive 2026 Fees and Charges Review report and adopt the related fee bylaw
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will consider a third draft of the revised Official Plan and a cross-boundary water servicing agreement with the Municipality of Bluewater. The meeting includes public hearings for two minor variance applications and a report on Pollard Drain billing feedback.
- Minor Variance MV09-2025: Proposed detached garage in front yard at 35188 Old River Road
- Minor Variance MV10-2025: Proposed replacement chicken layer barn setback at 80349 London Road
- By-law 76-2025: Allocation of drainage works costs for the Pollard Flood Control Project
- By-law 77-2025: Cross-Boundary Service Agreement with Municipality of Bluewater for Dinsley Terrace and London Road
- By-law 75-2025: Site agreement with 5026274 Ontario Inc.
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The committee will meet to review the draft 2026 budget and plan for summer events. Discussions will also cover accessibility audit next steps and the Ball's Bridge animation project.
- Draft 2026 Budget
- 2026 Summer Events planning
- Accessibility Audit next steps
- Ball's Bridge Animation
- Giant Chairs Project additional chairs
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will consider two severance applications (C43-2025 and C44-2025) submitted by Steve Youngblut and D. Culbert Ltd., and recommend approval, denial, or deferral to the County of Huron along with municipal conditions. The Council will also receive and approve the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority Services and Programs Memorandum of Understanding (By‑law 73‑2025). Additional concrete work contracts are presented, including a sidewalk contract for $3,052.80 and a floor‑drain replacement for $13,920.77, with an estimated $2,000.00 for angle‑iron supply. Routine consent‑agenda items and monthly department reports are also scheduled for approval.
- Severance application C43-2025 (0.96 acres) submitted by Steve Youngblut/D. Culbert Ltd.; recommendation to County of Huron
- Severance application C44-2025 (0.91 acres) submitted by Steve Youngblut/D. Culbert Ltd.; recommendation to County of Huron
- Maitland Valley Conservation Authority Services and Programs MOU (By‑law 73‑2025) to be received and executed
- Sidewalk contract with Nicholson Concrete for $3,052.80 (incl. HST)
- Floor‑drain replacement contract with Nicholson Concrete for $13,920.77 (incl. HST) and angle‑iron estimate of $2,000.00
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Central Huron Council will vote on a severance application (C40‑2025) for a 4‑acre parcel owned by Brad Forbes, adopt a shared‑service fire‑inspection by‑law with the Town of Goderich, and approve financial items including a Pollard Drain billing by‑law and a $13,193.36 surplus donation to local schools. Routine consent‑agenda reports and monthly updates will also be received.
- Severance application C40‑2025 (4‑acre parcel, easement for southern entrance)
- By‑law 71‑2025 establishing a shared fire‑inspection service with Goderich (first, second, third readings)
- Pollard Drain Billing by‑law – prorated rate up to $1,500 and minimum $0 per property
- Clinton 150 surplus donation of $13,193.36 split equally ($3,298.34) among four schools
- Confirmatory By‑law 72‑2025 to record the October 20, 2025 meeting proceedings
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will hold a hybrid meeting to consider two minor variance applications for property setbacks and approve funding for town hall renovations and a pool removal. Staff will also present a report on a road infrastructure grant opportunity.
- Minor Variance MV06-2025: Increase porch encroachment from 2.5m to 7m at 41584 Byers St
- Minor Variance MV07-2025: Reduce side yard setback from 7.5m to 4m at 258 & 272 Huron St
- Town Hall Office Carpet Replacement: Approve $16,369.52 for carpet and $15,245.00 for cubicle redesign
- Clinton Pool Removal: Approve $80,379.26 for excavator rental and removal
- Connecting Links Program Grant: Apply for funding for Huron Street from Albert Street to West Town Limits
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The Destination Central Huron Team will review the Yarn Project that was postponed in April. It will also receive feedback on summer events, the Red Chairs program, the Murals Tour, and the Accessibility Audit (RTO4). Additional items include the Harvest Fest, Ball's Bridge animation, the Christmas Tree Project, and the relationship with the CCHBIA. The meeting will conclude with next steps for the committee.
- Discussion of Yarn Project (deferred from April 8 meeting)
- Summer Events Feedback
- Red Chairs Program
- Murals Tour
- Accessibility 'Audit' Feedback (RTO4)
Regular Council Meeting #2
The council will consider two lease agreements: a farm lease for approximately 9 acres of industrial land in Clinton and a parking lease for five spots at 12 King St. at $50 per month each. It will also hear two minor variance applications affecting agricultural properties on Huron Road and Porter’s Hill Line. Additional items include routine consent agenda items, a report to reappoint Seebach and Company for audit services from 2026‑2030, and other departmental reports.
- Minor Variance MV04-2025: reduce setback for a chicken layer barn on 35891 Huron Road
- Minor Variance MV05-2025: permit front‑yard residential unit on 77931 Porter’s Hill Line, includes $175 fee to ABCA
- Farm Lease for Clinton Industrial Lots: lease of approx. 9 acres to Marty Phillips
- Parking Lease Agreement for 12 King St.: five spots at $50/month per spot
- Audit Services Award: reappoint Seebach and Company for 2026‑2030
Special Council Meeting
The Central Huron Special Council will consider the Engineer's Report for the Pollard Flood Control Project and vote on By-law 67-2025 to provide for drainage works. Council will also read Confirmatory By-law 68-2025 for the special meeting. A public comment period is scheduled before the votes.
- Consideration of the Pollard Flood Control Project Engineer's Report (August 2025)
- First and second reading of By-law 67-2025 for the Pollard Municipal Drain
- Reading of Confirmatory By-law 68-2025 for the September 8 special meeting
- Public comment and question period on the flood control project
- Total estimated assessments for the project: $570,000.00 (including $82,315.81 municipal lands)
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council will conduct a public meeting to consider information and receive comments regarding the Official Plan Review. The body will also review the 2024 audited financial statements and consider several new by-laws.
- Public meeting for Official Plan Review and second draft amendment
- Acceptance of audited 2024 Financial Statements
- By-law 63-2025: Shared service agreement with Town of Goderich for Fire Inspections
- By-law 65-2025: Amending Site Plan Agreement with 2363769 Ontario Ltd
- By-law 64-2025: Appointment of Community Emergency Management Coordinators
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will vote on awarding the Innovation Hub consulting contract to Stilletto Consulting Ltd. for $252,873 (including HST) and direct staff to engage Lavis Contracting Co. for additional asphalt patch work under Contract CH-2025-04 for $1,332,415.79 (including HST). The council will also consider recommendations on a three‑year extension for the Moonhill Subdivision draft plan, severance applications for Holdale Farms and Groves, and a declaration that properties at 150 North St and 66 Smith St are surplus.
- Innovation Hub Consulting Award to Stilletto Consulting Ltd. – $252,873 total cost
- Additional Asphalt Patch Work – contract with Lavis Contracting Co. for $1,332,415.79
- Moonhill Subdivision (File 40T‑E‑06‑2025) draft plan approval extension recommendation
- Severance applications: Holdale Farms (C26‑2025, ~13 acres) and Groves (C28‑2025, ~1,022.7 m²)
- Declaration of surplus lands at 150 North St and 66 Smith St (Hawkins Park)
Strategic Planning
The Central Huron Council will adopt the meeting agenda, enter a closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition or disposition and review the Goderich Boundary Adjustment Agreement, and pass a confirmatory By‑Law 59‑2025. The agenda also includes correspondence from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization requesting municipal feedback on its proposed siting approach for a second deep geological repository.
- Adopt the Strategic Planning meeting agenda (Motion to adopt agenda).
- Closed Session to consider a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land (Central Huron Property Inventory Update).
- Closed Session to review the Goderich Boundary Adjustment Agreement.
- Pass Confirmatory By‑Law 59‑2025 to record the meeting proceedings.
- Review NWMO correspondence seeking feedback on siting approach for Canada’s second deep geological repository.
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Central Huron Council will consider several by‑law motions, including a zoning amendment, a bridge traffic restriction, new water and sewer rates, and the appointment of a clerk. A service agreement with Simply Voting Inc. for internet and telephone voting in the 2026 municipal election will also be voted on, with an estimated total cost of $14,069.15. All items will be read and adopted during the regular meeting.
- By‑law 53‑2025 to amend the zoning by‑law and remove a holding symbol on Winthrop Road
- By‑law 54‑2025 to restrict vehicular traffic over Ball’s Bridge
- By‑law 55‑2025 to adopt municipal water and sewer rates effective August 1, 2025
- By‑law 56‑2025 to appoint a Clerk for the Municipality of Central Huron
- Service Provider Agreement with Simply Voting Inc. for 2026 election voting system at an estimated cost of $14,069.15
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will hold public meetings and hearings to decide on two zoning by-law amendments and two minor variance applications. These requests involve residential development, a home-based retail business, and parking expansions.
- Z02-2025: Rezoning on Winthrop Rd from NE2 to NE3-15 for a single detached dwelling
- Z04-2025: Rezoning 76578 Bluewater Highway from R1 to R1-47 for major appliance retail and storage
- MV02-2025: Minor variance for 34153 Melena Beach Sideroad to reduce minimum lot area to 954 square metres
- MV03-2025: Minor variance for 135 James Street to increase driveway width and expand parking from 6 to 13 spaces
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Central Huron Council will adopt the consent agenda, receive several reports, and consider multiple motions. Key actions include approving a $47,670 tender for the Dykstra Municipal Drain, a $29,273.25 tender for the Pollard Municipal Drain Branch B, and adopting By-law 44‑2025 to exempt land at 130 North Street from Part Lot Control. The council will also amend cemetery fees (By-law 43‑2025) and authorize temporary road closures for July 4‑5 Homecoming events.
- Tender award to Hanna & Hamilton Construction for Dykstra Municipal Drain – $47,670.00 (plus HST)
- Tender award to McCann Redi‑Mix for Pollard Municipal Drain Branch B – $29,273.25 (plus HST)
- By‑law 44‑2025 to exempt Lots 735, 743, 736, 744 on Plan 331 (130 North Street) from Part Lot Control
- By‑law 43‑2025 to amend and update Cemetery Fees and Charges (Schedule G)
- Temporary road closures on July 4‑5 for Homecoming Opening Ceremonies (Rattenbury St, Isaac St)
Balls Bridge Board Meeting
The Balls Bridge Board will adopt the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. It will receive a formal report titled “Potential Funding Opportunities – Balls Bridge Board” that outlines options such as Ontario Heritage Trust and Trans Canada Trail funding streams. The board will also get an update on installing an accessible portable toilet on the ACW side of the bridge. No decisions beyond receiving the report are scheduled.
- Adopt minutes from the April 10, 2025 Balls Bridge Board meeting
- Receive formal report on potential funding opportunities, including Ontario Heritage Trust and Trans Canada Trail programs
- Report notes historic funding: $250,000 joint payment and $242,000 Rural Infrastructure Investment Initiative
- Update on installation of an accessible portable toilet on the ACW side of Balls Bridge
- Confirm agenda adoption for the June 12, 2025 special meeting
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will hear a public hearing on Minor Variance MV01‑2025 for a property at 167 William St. North. It will approve a $22,778.96 purchase of a zero‑turn lawn mower from Roberts Equipment. The council will also receive reports on the Bluewater Youth Centre RFP, adopt By‑law 41‑2025 (Proclamation Policy), and conduct a closed‑session on personal matters involving a municipal employee.
- Minor Variance Application MV01‑2025 for 167 William St. North (increase building setback to 24.2 m)
- Award of lawn mower contract to Roberts Equipment for $22,778.96 including HST
- Adoption of By‑law 41‑2025 to adopt the Proclamation Policy
- Third and final reading of By‑laws 26‑2025 and 27‑2025 for Dykstra and Pollard municipal drains
- Closed‑session to address personal matters about Brian Barnim
Court of Revision - Melena Beach Municipal Drain
The Central Huron Court of Revision will consider the engineer's report and any appeals regarding the Melena Beach Municipal Drain assessments. Members may confirm the assessment schedule, adjust individual property assessments, or defer decisions if notice is required. Property owners can present appeals and, if dissatisfied, may further appeal to the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Appeal Tribunal within the statutory period.
- Review of By-Law 31-2025 for drainage works (1st and 2nd reading)
- Hearing of any late appeals filed by property owners
- Engineer Stephen Brickman (Headway Engineering) presents assessment evidence
- Potential adoption or amendment of the assessment schedule for affected properties
- Right to appeal Court decisions to the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Appeal Tribunal within 21 days
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will hold a public meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for a property at 322 Londesboro Main Street. The proposal involves severing the existing house and rezoning the retained land and the house parcel to Residential Low Density.
- Public meeting on Zoning By-law Amendment Z01-2025 (322 Londesboro Main St)
- By-law 39-2025 to remove a holding symbol for application Z03-2025
- Water Plant Window replacement contract awarded to M & W Windows & Doors for $16,638.87
- Council to consider road closures for 2025 Santa Claus Parade and Remembrance Day Service
- Council to decline participation in Ministry of Education Child Care Funding Option
Dykstra Municipal Drain - Court of Revision
The Court of Revision will meet to hear appeals regarding property assessments for the Dykstra Municipal Drain. The body will decide whether to confirm, reduce, or alter the assessment schedule based on the engineering report.
- By-Law 26-2025 to provide for drainage works
- Estimated total cost of improvements: $119,300
- Net contribution from assessed owners: $119,300
- Municipal contribution: $0
- Engineering report dated March 7, 2025 by Headway Engineering
Pollard Municipal Drain Branch B Court of Revision - 05 May 2025 -
The Court of Revision will hear appeals regarding property assessments for drainage works on Pollard Municipal Drain Branch B. The body will decide whether to confirm, reduce, or increase assessments based on an engineering report.
- By-Law 27-2025 to provide for drainage works
- Estimated total cost of improvements: $112,000
- Municipal contribution to project: $0
- Engineering report dated March 21, 2025 by Headway Engineering
- Review of property assessments for the Pollard Municipal Drain Branch B
Regular Council Meeting #1
Council will adopt Dumping By‑law 36‑2025 and By‑law 37‑2025 for the Kitchigami Road agreement. The 2025 Façade Grant Program applications will be approved and options for the 2025 Donation Fund will be considered. A tender for milling and hot‑mix work will be awarded to Lavis Contracting Co. Ltd. for $1,332,415.79. Additional routine reports and items will be processed under the consent agenda.
- Adopt Dumping By‑law 36‑2025 prohibiting illegal dumping
- Approve 2025 Façade Grant Program applications (options for continuation or second intake)
- Decide on 2025 Donation Fund allocation (total requests $69,430; option to increase fund by $19,430)
- Award 2025 Milling and Hot Mix Tender to Lavis Contracting Co. Ltd. for $1,332,415.79
- Adopt By‑law 37‑2025 authorizing agreement with Van De Bruinhorst Acres Inc. for Kitchigami Road construction
Regular Council Meeting #2
The council will accept the Melena Beach Municipal Drain Engineer's Report dated April 8, 2025 and give first and second readings to the by‑law adopting the report, with a Court of Revision scheduled for May 20, 2025. It will also consider a minor amendment to a planning consent application (C003‑2025) to add an easement condition, receive a draft County Official Plan Amendment No. 6 for information, and discuss a development strategy for the former Bluewater Youth Centre property. Additional items include a decision on financial support for a local gravel‑pit dispute and the approval of two bylaws related to the Cemetery Line road allowance.
- Adopt Melena Beach Municipal Drain Report and advance related by‑law; Court of Revision set for May 20, 2025
- Recommend minor condition (easement) for Planning Consent Application C003‑2025
- Receive Draft County Official Plan Amendment No. 6 (PPS Conformity) for information
- Approve land‑development strategy and potential funding for former Bluewater Youth Centre property
- Approve By‑Law No. 32‑2025 to stop up, close, and convey a portion of Cemetery Line road allowance
Balls Bridge Board
The Ball's Bridge Board will meet to discuss potential funding opportunities and an update on a portable toilet installation. The meeting will be held in person at the Central Huron Council Chamber and online via Zoom.
- Discussion of potential funding opportunities
- Update on portable toilet installation at Balls Bridge
- Review of previous meeting minutes from October 3, 2024
- Hybrid meeting format: in-person and online
- Review of agenda for April 10, 2025
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The Destination Central Huron Team will confirm the agenda, approve previous minutes, and discuss summer events, the Yarn Project, and upcoming projects. The committee previously approved a $30,000 budget for events and the RT04 project.
- Confirmation of agenda and minutes
- Discussion of summer events and schedule
- Discussion of Yarn Project
- Discussion of Upcoming Projects
- Discussion of Senior Management Concerns
Regular Council Meeting #1
The Central Huron Council will consider and vote on several reports, including adoption of the Dykstra and Pollard Municipal Drain reports and related by‑law readings, and the renewal of the Integrity Commissioner agreement. It will also receive a report to appoint an engineer for the Hunking Drain petition and approve the 2025 BIA Budget. Additional items include a $400,749.20 purchase of a new tandem snow plow and a $42,000 garden‑maintenance contract.
- Adopt Dykstra Municipal Drain Report and advance By‑law 26‑2025
- Adopt Pollard Municipal Drain – Branch B Report and advance By‑law 27‑2025
- Renew Integrity Commissioner agreement by adopting By‑law 28‑2025
- Approve purchase of new tandem snow plow for $400,749.20 (including HST)
- Accept $42,000 garden‑maintenance contract with Bluewater Green Lawn and Garden
Regular Council Meeting #2
Council will adopt the 2025 General Capital Budget of $10,953,370 and a municipal levy of $2,765,333, and the 2025 General Operating Budget of $8,039,690 with a levy of $7,762,706. The meeting also includes approval of a $950,000 purchase of a new stock pumper for the Goderich Fire Department and adoption of several by‑laws, including a fire‑hall lease at 401 Beech Street and an amendment to the VoterView election system agreement. By‑law 21‑2025 will be read for the first and second times to formalize the budget adoption.
- Approval of 2025 General Capital Budget ($10,953,370) and municipal levy $2,765,333
- Approval of 2025 General Operating Budget ($8,039,690) and municipal levy $7,762,706
- Purchase of a new Goderich Fire Department stock pumper for $950,000 funded by internal borrowing
- By‑Law 23‑2025 authorizing lease of fire‑hall space at 401 Beech Street for County EMS
- By‑Law 24‑2025 authorizing amending agreement with Comprint Systems (DataFix) for VoterView
Budget Meeting
The Central Huron Council will receive the Director of Finance’s 2025 Draft Consolidated Budget report and discuss levy increase options ranging from 1.79% to 7.90%, which would raise the total proposed levy to $10,073,431.42. Council will also vote to decline the Bee City Community designation and enter closed session to consider By‑Law 19‑2025 for the purchase of Block 29 land. A confirmatory By‑Law 20‑2025 will be read for final approval.
- 2025 Draft Consolidated Budget proposing a 7.90% levy increase (or lower options) and a total levy of $10,073,431.42
- Decision not to apply for the Bee City Community designation
- Closed session to consider By‑Law 19‑2025 authorizing purchase of Block 29 land
- By‑Law No. 20‑2025 confirmatory by‑law to be read for final approval
- Request for letter of support to ERTH Corporation for a Grid Modernization Project
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will discuss the first draft of an Official Plan amendment and a consent application for Coombs. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure tender awards and the replacement of the Council Chambers audio system.
- Maitland Line Bridge Repair (G40) contract for AJN Builder Inc. at $475,951.87
- Maintenance Gravel tender for Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. estimated at $213,495.52
- Gerrits Municipal Drain – Branch G contract for Van Bree Infrastructure at $132,267.50
- Proposed $60,000 replacement of Council audio system
- By-law 17-2025 to authorize telephone and internet voting for the 2026 municipal election
Destination Central Huron Team (Committee)
The committee is meeting to review progress on grants and the purchase of large chairs. Members will discuss the confirmation of budget approval, marketing strategies, and the promotion of summer events.
- Progress reports on chairs and grants
- Confirmation of budget approval
- Promotion of summer events
- Marketing discussion
Budget Meeting
The Central Huron Council will consider and vote on several 2025 budget items, including a $950,000 purchase of a new stock pumper for the Goderich Fire Department, a $101,000 increase for the Records Management Project, and a $30,000 pre‑approval for Destination Central Huron community projects. The meeting also includes adoption of the 2025 operating budgets for Council, General Government, Health & Safety and other departments, and the passage of Confirmatory By‑law No. 16‑2025.
- $950,000 purchase of a new stock pumper for the Goderich Fire Department, funded by internal borrowing
- $101,000 additional budget for the Records Management Project
- $30,000 pre‑approval for Destination Central Huron projects (e.g., $15,000 events, $8,000 RT04 chairs, $5,000 mural)
- Adoption of the 2025 operating budget for Council, General Government and Health & Safety
- Passage of Confirmatory By‑law No. 16‑2025
Regular Council Meeting #2
The Council will hold public meetings to discuss two Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments. These proposals aim to permit the permanent operation of a wake park and to sever a warehouse from a farm parcel.
- Official Plan Amendment 33 and Zoning By-law Amendment OPZ01-2024 for Bluestone Wake Park (37524-37568 Telephone Rd)
- Official Plan Amendment 32 and Zoning By-law Amendment OPZ02-2025 for Sparling (39973 Blyth Rd)
- Consent Application C002-2025 for Sparling
- Review of monthly reports from CAO, Clerk, Finance, YMCA, Planning, Community Improvement, Fire, and Building departments
Budget Meeting
Central Huron Council will meet to adopt the 2025 budget and consider specific road and compost site projects. The meeting will be held in person at Town Hall and online via Zoom.
- Adoption of the 2025 Budget Meeting Agenda
- Pre-approval of Airport Line paving ($95,000)
- Approval of compost site berm construction ($52,000)
- Discussion of 2025 Draft Environment Budget
- Review of 2025 Draft Capital Plans
Regular Council Meeting #1
The council will hold a public meeting to consider Official Plan Amendment No. 31 and Zoning By‑law Amendment OPZ1‑2025 for the parcel at Concession 14, South Part Lot 26 (82718 Cemetery Line) and an adjacent unopened road allowance. A report will be received to approve door openers at an estimated cost of $6,300, split between an RTO4 grant ($3,000) and the Community Improvement – Small Projects budget ($3,300). The meeting will also adopt routine consent‑agenda items and enter closed session to discuss Isaac Street reconstruction and the unopened road allowance.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 31 to re‑designate land from Mineral Aggregates to Prime/Non‑Prime Agricultural Land for Concession 14, South Part Lot 26 (82718 Cemetery Line) and nearby road allowance
- Zoning By‑law Amendment OPZ1‑2025 to change zoning from ER1 (Extractive Resources) to AG1 (General Agriculture) for the same parcel
- Approval of door openers installation costing $6,300, with $3,000 funded by an RTO4 grant and $3,300 from the Community Improvement – Small Projects budget
- Adoption of consent‑agenda items including monthly department reports and informational updates
- Closed‑session discussion of Isaac Street reconstruction concerns and the unopened road allowance
Strategic Planning
The Central Huron Council will consider a by‑law to amend the lease agreement with Clinton Raceway Inc. The council will also receive reports on the 2024 facilities assessments, a $44,087.52 purchase of a new submersive sewage pump, and an update to the 2014‑2024 strategic plan. A confirmatory by‑law will be read to formalize the meeting proceedings.
- Award purchase of a new submersible sewage pump to Metro Pumps for $44,087.52 (including HST)
- By‑Law No. 11‑2025 to amend By‑Law No. 42‑2014 and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign an amended lease with Clinton Raceway Inc.
- Formal Report – Facilities Assessment 2024 received for information
- Formal Report – Strategic Plan 2014‑2024 revisited in 2025 received for information
- Confirmatory By‑Law No. 12‑2025 to confirm the proceedings of the Strategic Planning Meeting
Court of Revision - Gerrits Drain
The Court of Revision will hear any late appeals and consider the engineer's assessment report for the Gerrits Municipal Drain – Branch G. Property owners may present their cases, and the engineer will provide evidence. The Court will then decide whether to confirm, defer, adjust, or dismiss the assessments.
- Consideration of late appeals for the Gerrits Municipal Drain – Branch G
- Engineer Jeremy Taylor to present the assessment report dated November 12, 2024
- Property owners may orally present their appeal before the Court
- Possible motion to confirm assessments as set out in the engineer's report
- Possible motion to adjust assessments by reducing one property’s cost and adding the difference to others
Regular Council Meeting #1
Central Huron Council will adopt bylaws for 2025 interim taxes, borrowing, and insurance, and approve a shared service agreement with the Town of Goderich for a building inspector.
- Adoption of 2025 Interim Tax By-law
- Adoption of 2025 Borrowing By-law
- Shared service agreement with Town of Goderich for building inspector
- Renewal of dust control contract with Pollard Distribution Inc.
- Adoption of Volunteer Fire Department Member Recognition Policy