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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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   "date": "2026-08-24",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Fire Master Plan, water chlorination vendor, and land purchase update",
   "summary": "Centre Wellington Council is meeting to consider several staff reports and routine consent items. Key items include an update on the Fire Master Plan, a proposal to authorize Brenntag Canada Inc. as the vendor of record for chlorine gas used in drinking water disinfection, and an information update on the land acquisition at 350 St Andrew St West in Fergus. The agenda also includes a closed session for matters related to property security, potential litigation, and solicitor-client privilege, as well as several presentations and recognitions.",
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   "date": "2026-09-01",
   "body": "Centre Wellington Economic Development & Tourism Municipal Services Corporation (EDTMSC)",
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   "summary": null,
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   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1037"
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   "date": "2026-09-08",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
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   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1003"
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   "date": "2026-10-06",
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   "date": "2026-11-10",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
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   "summary": null,
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   "minutes_url": null,
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   "date": "2026-12-08",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
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   "summary": null,
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   "date": "2026-08-20",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to hear hotel variance for 675 St. David St N, Fergus",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications. The first seeks variances to allow a 4-storey hotel at 675 St. David Street North, Fergus, including reduced landscaping, parking, and setbacks. The second seeks a reduced minimum lot area for two new agricultural lots at 264 First Line, Elora. The agenda also includes confirmation of the July 16, 2026 minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/82643/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2020%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=FEE3286FFA644EE081B7C21A67445A67",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1039"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-11",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
   "headline": "Heritage committee to decide on designating 195 Queen St W, Fergus",
   "summary": "Heritage Centre Wellington will consider a staff recommendation to designate 195 Queen Street West in Fergus under the Ontario Heritage Act. Staff and the Properties Sub-committee found the property meets five of nine criteria, citing its historical ties to early settlement and industry, its limestone cottage architecture, and its role in the historic streetscape. The committee will choose between recommending designation or not, with the matter then going to Council.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/82512/Heritage%20Centre%20Wellington%20-%2011%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=FF4FB59AF72C499E9893E7811307EC24",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=986"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-30",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council considers $2.7M road asphalting contract",
   "summary": "The Township of Centre Wellington is deciding on several infrastructure and service contracts, including road asphalting and a community services fee study. Council will also consider a grant for urban forestry and the installation of decorative crosswalks for veterans.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/82424/Special%20Council%20-%2030%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=CB2B8B47DC344B15A632A3AAA4861158",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1038"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-29",
   "body": "[cancelled]Public Meeting Under the Planning Act",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1011"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to consider home occupation variance at 459 South River Road",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review a minor variance application for a property in Elora. The body will decide if the requested changes to building area and retail use are permissible.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/82179/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2016%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=26032B627F594935A334EC4E15306E80",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1036"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider exploring a Water and Wastewater Public Corporation model",
   "summary": "Council will hold a closed session on litigation and solicitor-client privilege, then reconvene in open session to consider several reports and by-laws. Key items include directing staff to respond to the Province's expression of interest in a Water and Wastewater Public Corporation model, and a resolution supporting the permanent doubling of the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund. Council will also vote on by-laws amending the Clean Yards By-law, Property Standards By-law, Municipal Alcohol Policy, and 2026 Fees and Charges.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/82150/Council%20-%2013%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=2AACE0B508E04EFA95902456E0A4F441",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1001"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
   "headline": "Heritage committee reviews permits for shed demolition and school masonry repairs.",
   "summary": "The Heritage Centre Wellington advisory committee will review two heritage permit applications in Fergus. Staff will recommend approval or refusal for a shed demolition at 490 Tower Street South and stone repointing at Emmanuel Christian High School. The committee will also receive updates from its properties, public relations, and bridge sub-committees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81934/Heritage%20Centre%20Wellington%20-%2007%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=A8D16BE59B6D4CC7A885BB26B985BD51",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=985"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-29",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to award $1.78M contract for Smith Street and Victoria Crescent reconstruction",
   "summary": "Council will consider awarding a $1,777,490.28 contract for reconstruction of Smith Street and Victoria Crescent in Elora. Also on the agenda are heritage designations for two properties, a zoning amendment, a transit feasibility study endorsement, and several administrative items. A delegation will speak on the heritage designation for 8076 Wellington Road 19.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81836/Council%20-%2029%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=4576E136C5464FA19E3C6D64CD30E026",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1000"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee of Adjustment considers 5 variance applications for development",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five minor variance applications. These include requests to reduce setbacks, lot frontage, and driveway width to facilitate residential subdivisions, a mixed-use development, and a new lot creation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81544/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2018%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=1B71D6EF620A4913992C60468E41D19D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1032"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-15",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on zoning change for 191 Wellington Road 7 and 290 South Street",
   "summary": "Council will consider a zoning amendment for two properties in Salem, review and approve the 2025 audited financial statements, and discuss amendments to the Administrative Monetary Penalty System bylaw. A resolution urging provincial action on road salt pollution and a tax increment grant update for Elora South Inc. are also on the agenda. The meeting includes a presentation on Groves Memorial Community Hospital and physician recruitment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81505/Council%20-%2015%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=54EEEC0C796F4BC689D0D18CADE80B27",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=999"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "[cancelled]Economic Prosperity and Growth Advisory Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=972"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
   "headline": "Heritage committee to decide on designation of 250 Garafraxa St E",
   "summary": "Heritage Centre Wellington will consider two heritage permits for properties in Fergus and a recommendation on whether to designate 250 Garafraxa Street East under the Ontario Heritage Act. The committee may also approve up to $20,000 in grant funding for chimney restoration at 105 Queen Street West.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81387/Heritage%20Centre%20Wellington%20-%2009%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=BE43A3053078483793100DEADAD87F9A",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=984"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=967"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Healthy Communities Advisory Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=978"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "[cancelled]Public Meeting Under the Planning Act",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1009"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to set 2026 tax rates, consider zoning change for 7010 Third Line",
   "summary": "Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment for 7010 Third Line in West Garafraxa to restrict residential uses. They will also vote on setting the 2026 tax rates, amending fees and charges, and awarding a $67,640 demolition contract for the Centre Wellington Business Park. Several heritage designations and a transit feasibility study are also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/81098/Council%20-%2025%20May%202026.pdf?handle=F47FC1D87B2A4548993F69788C5847D2",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=997"
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  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on relaxing rules for facilities and road tour",
   "summary": "The Centre Wellington Council will consider a motion to relax its rules during a facilities and road tour of major capital projects. It will also introduce By‑law 2026‑34 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting. The agenda includes a tour of Craighead House, the Operations Centre, the Sportsplex and Bissell Park, with updates on construction progress and future design plans.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80993/Special%20Council%20-%2021%20May%202026.pdf?handle=C7913EEAE81B43CCA8B7839B2EF57ABC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1031"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee to hear 4-storey mixed-use building variance in Elora",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment is hearing three minor variance applications: a garage height/setback at 37 Sideroad 18 Fergus, a 4-storey mixed-use building at 15 East Mill Street Elora, and a staircase setback for an additional residential unit at 91 Revell Drive Fergus. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80968/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2021%20May%202026.pdf?handle=54D5BBE6FE344878A6A244ABFC1AA927",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1030"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-14",
   "body": "[cancelled]Economic Prosperity and Growth Advisory Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=971"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Heritage Centre Wellington",
   "headline": "Heritage committee to decide on five alteration permits for historic properties",
   "summary": "The Heritage Centre Wellington committee will consider five heritage permit applications for properties in Elora and Fergus. Decisions involve approving or refusing alterations to designated heritage buildings, including stone repointing and other work.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80807/Heritage%20Centre%20Wellington%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=212270CF1CEA41EC944EA41E11BC8158",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=983"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-11",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to award $1.05M watermain contract on Douglas Crescent",
   "summary": "The council will vote to award the municipal watermain construction tender on Douglas Crescent to James Thoume Construction Ltd. for $1,052,620.87. It will also adopt the Inclusive Community Policy, replacing the Municipal Flag Policy. Additional routine items include appointing a Deputy Municipal Clerk and approving recent meeting minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80802/Council%20-%2011%20May%202026.pdf?handle=90BD9BB0D88147A485ACFDCEC1B7F43B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=998"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-07",
   "body": "[cancelled]Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=966"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "Healthy Communities Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to consider water softener rebate and park upgrades",
   "summary": "The committee will hear a presentation on a Transit Feasibility Study, provide input on Climate Adaptation Planning, and vote on endorsing a Water Softener Rebate Program and concept plans for three neighbourhood parks.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80722/Healthy%20Communities%20Advisory%20Committee%20-%2006%20May.pdf?handle=99996423E9BE4FEEBFA6E906446A6FD1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=977"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt by-laws on short‑term rentals and municipal accommodation tax",
   "summary": "The Council will vote on a series of by‑laws that amend the 2009‑045 Zoning By‑law for short‑term rental accommodation, create a licensing regime for short‑term rentals and bed‑and‑breakfasts, and establish a Municipal Accommodation Tax. It will also appoint a new Municipal Clerk and a new Fire Chief. Consent agenda items, financial reports and updates on the shuttle bus program and other projects will be approved for information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80496/Council%20-%2027%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=ABCF6090FC3A42CD80550168319ABDB1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=996"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Committee of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Committee considers variance for 12 & 14 Stumpf Street addition",
   "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hear application A003-2026 for 12 & 14 Stumpf Street, Salem, seeking a reduced rear yard setback from 7.5 m to 3 m and exemption from Section 2.6.6 of the zoning by-law to allow an addition to the existing dwelling after lot consolidation. Staff recommend approval, subject to confirming lot consolidation. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/document/80258/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2016%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=2EBE0B935C1B4E6E99E9EAD2A736E2D3",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://centrewellington.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1021"
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