Chapple public meetings in 2025
20 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing upcoming items including 2026 user fee changes and a water financial plan. They also discussed emergency management updates and the 2026 interim tax levy.
- Purchase of a Peterbilt Truck with Potable Water Tank for $302,992.55
- Authorization for a water source feasibility study for a new treatment plant
- Proposed 2026 User Fee Schedule review
- Request to activate Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance following a Stage 3 Water Emergency
- Discussion of 2026 Interim Tax Levy
Closed/In-Camera Meeting
This is a special closed-session council meeting. Council is moving in-camera under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations and employee negotiations, potential litigation including an arbitration matter related to the Brigham Road Extension, and a matter under another act concerning the library board. No public decisions are scheduled; the only public action is adopting the agenda and adjourning.
- In-camera session authorized under Section 239 of the Municipal Act, 2001
- Discussion of labour relations, employee salary review, and vacation time carry overs
- Litigation or potential litigation including arbitration on Brigham Road Extension
- Closed meeting under another act regarding the library board
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple Council will hold a public meeting to consider a planning application to create two new lots, and will also decide on several resolutions including a Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance application, a Medical Tiered Response Agreement with RRDPS, and a Canada Summer Jobs grant application. The agenda includes routine items such as adoption of minutes, financial statements, and reports from various departments.
- Application 59C-2025-02 by Steve Both to create two new lots between Sturgeon Creek Road and Taylor Road
- Resolution to authorize submitting a Municipal Disaster Recovery Assistance (MDRA) application to MMAH
- Resolution to initiate discussions with RRDPS for a Medical Tiered Response Agreement
- Resolution to apply for 2026 Canada Summer Jobs grant (wage subsidy up to 50% of minimum wage)
- Adoption of minutes from October 8, October 20, and November 3, 2025 meetings
Special Council
Chapple's Special Council meeting on November 3, 2025, includes several administrative items: appointing a new AMBIS committee member, considering a by-law to deem lots off a subdivision plan for a garage, reviewing a resolution for road work on Brigham Road South Extension, discussing a possible road name change for R. Wilson Road, and deciding on a request to transfer a utility payment. The council will also consider a letter of support for a heritage river designation extension.
- By-Law 1862 to deem Lot 4 and Lot 5 on Plan SM 52 not on a registered plan of subdivision for a garage addition
- Draft resolution authorizing Morris Judson to undertake works on Brigham Road South Extension road allowance at his sole expense
- Request for letter of support for Lake Superior to Lake of the Woods Waterway Canadian Heritage Rivers System designation extension
- Proposal to rename R. Wilson Road south branch to avoid confusion with emergency services
- Request to transfer Linkup payment from inactive utility account 00000224.000 to active account 00000229.001 and waive penalties
Special Council
This is a special Council meeting in Chapple, ON, primarily procedural. Council will adopt the agenda, hear four scheduled delegations, and must set a date/time to swear in a new Councillor before the November 9, 2025 deadline. The meeting is expected to adjourn to the regular meeting on November 12, 2025.
- Four delegations scheduled: Frank Szeder (11:00 a.m.), Edward Stellings (11:30 a.m.), MacKenzie Mahon (12:00 p.m.), Vaughan Wilson (12:30 p.m.)
- Deadline to set swearing-in date for new Councillor: November 9, 2025
- Next regular Council meeting: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Regular Council
Council will consider approving a resolution to apply for a $90,400 FireSmart Community Implementation Grant to purchase a wildfire cache, and will vote on a letter of support for Tikinagan Child & Family Services' proposed eight-bed staff model home at #2700 Highway 615. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes, financial statements, and a closed session on solicitor-client advice regarding the Brigham Road South Extension.
- Resolution to apply for FireSmart Community Implementation Grant (FCGP) 2025-26 for $90,400 to purchase a Wildfire Cache
- Letter of support for Tikinagan Child & Family Services' proposed eight-bed staff model home at #2700 Highway 615
- Council endorsement of draft Official Plan
- In-camera session for solicitor-client advice on Brigham Road South Extension
- Delegation from MPAC on tax incentive approvals
Special Council
At this special meeting, Chapple Council will hear presentations from CarbonFree Rainy River and Westbridge Renewable's Matherford Solar, then vote on municipal resolutions supporting their proposals to the IESO's Long-Term 2 RFP. The agenda also includes appointing an acting clerk and receiving letters of support from neighbours and Rainy River First Nations.
- Resolution to support CarbonFree Rainy River's 70 MW DC solar project on Teeple property near Mather Rd, Ralph Wilson Rd, Off Lake Rd, and Hwy 71
- Resolution to support Matherford Solar's 50 MW project on ~500 acres of private land
- Appointment of Courtney Marriott as Acting Clerk for the meeting
- Delegations from Doug Deeks (CarbonFree) and Georgi Velkov (Westbridge Renewable)
- Letters of support from neighbours and Rainy River First Nations (Ziibi Investments)
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple council will hear a delegation from Westbridge Renewable Energy about the Matherford Solar Project and consider a resolution supporting its proposal submission. Council will also address a vacant council seat following a resignation, review a by-law officer proposal, and discuss several policies and by-laws.
- Resolution in support of Matherford Solar Inc.'s 50MW solar project proposal
- Declare Councillor Ken Wilson's seat vacant and consider appointment process
- Review of By-Law Officer proposal and draft job posting
- Draft remuneration policy and reserve/reserve fund policy for discussion
- Bylaw 1858 (Appointment) and Bylaw 1860 (Procedural) for adoption
Regular Council
Council will hear a virtual delegation from Westbridge Renewable Energy Corp. about a proposed 50 MW solar project on about 500 acres, and consider a draft sewer user by-law. They will also review appointments, financial statements, and several resolutions, including support for Rail Safety Week and an EASE grant application. Several reports are noted as unavailable.
- Delegation: Westbridge Renewable Energy Corp. proposes 50 MW solar project on ~500 acres (Matherford Solar Project)
- By-Law 1856 - Draft Sewer User By-Law
- By-Law 1855 - Agreement with BDO Canada LLP for oversight of investable assets
- Resolution to amend RES-88-2025 re: property tax refunds (roll 59-24-030-002-04000-0000)
- Resolution to apply for 2025-26 EASE Grant
Special Council
Council is meeting to conduct the second round of interviews to fill a vacant seat for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term. The session includes an interview with Laura McCormick and follows a structured scoring process to select candidates for appointment.
- Interviews for Councillor Vacancy (per RES-92-2025)
- Appointment of successful candidate
Special Council
The Township of Chapple is holding a special council meeting to interview seven candidates for a vacant councillor seat, following a call-for-applications process. Council will score each candidate on six questions and appoint the top two scorers, with the highest scorer sworn in before the next meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, focused solely on the interviews and appointment.
- Interviews scheduled for Mary-Ellen Brigham, Frank Szeder Jr., Randy Brannan, Jason Teeple, MacKenzie Mahon, Robert Barron, and Edward Stellings
- Each candidate gets 5-minute opening statement, 30 minutes of questions, and 5-minute Q&A with council
- Scoring: 6 questions, 0-5 points each, maximum 30 points
- Top two candidates will be appointed to council
- Next special meeting set for August 6, 2025
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple's Regular Council meeting on July 8, 2025 will consider a request to increase hours of operation at the Shenston Richardson Landfill, adopt the Asset Management Plan and Levels of Service, and approve a minor variance by-law. Council will also review financial statements and approve accounts payable totaling $485,295.11, including general and recreation accounts. Several reports are listed as 'no report available,' and the agenda includes correspondence items and an OPP Detachment Board annual report.
- Shenston Richardson Landfill - increase to hours of operation
- By-Law 1853: minor variance application 59Z-2025-01 (Adams)
- By-Law 1854: adopt Asset Management Plan and Levels of Service
- Accounts payable totaling $485,295.11 (general and recreation)
- Delegation: Jason Claydon, BDO LLP, on wealth advisory services
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple's Regular Council meeting on June 17, 2025, includes a final budget review and tax rate by-law, along with public meetings on a minor variance and a consent amendment. Council will also consider declaring a councillor seat vacant following a resignation, and will hold an in-camera session for labour relations and legal advice.
- Minor variance application 59Z-2025-01 by Nicole and Lucas Adams to reduce setback from 7.5m to 3m at 113 French's Road, Emo
- Amendment to consent decision 59C-2024-06 for Joyann and Robert Woolsey regarding a new rural lot
- 2025 Final Budget Presentation and By-Law 1852 for 2024 tax rates
- Declare Councillor Seat Vacant following resignation of Councillor Philip Schram
- Q2 Education Levies: Rainy River District School Board $103,413.29, Northwest Catholic District School Board $17,800.06, CSDC des Aurores Boreales $14.83
Special Council
This special council meeting includes presentations from New Gold on future site plans, CarbonFree on a proposed 100 MW solar project, SolarBank on a 40 MW battery storage project, and local residents on extending Brigham Road. Council will also discuss investment strategies from a February meeting. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- CarbonFree proposes 100 MW DC solar project on ~350 acres near Highway 71 and Mather Rd, seeking rezoning and municipal support resolution
- SolarBank proposes 40 MW / 600 MWh battery storage at 247 Angus Rd, seeking municipal support resolution for IESO LT2 RFP
- New Gold delegation on Q1 LOM and future plans for the site
- Brigham Road South Extension delegation by Bruce Brigham, Morris Judson, Russell Pollard
- Discussion of investment strategies from February 11, 2025 meeting
Regular Council
Chapple's Regular Council meeting on May 13, 2025 includes presentations on the 2025 draft budget and the 2025 Asset Management Plan, which outlines infrastructure needs and funding scenarios. Council will also consider several resolutions, including road allowance opening, vehicle repairs, and appointments. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes, accounts, and reports.
- Draft Budget 2025 review
- 2025 Asset Management Plan presentation by PSD Citywide
- Brigham Road South Extension: landowner requests opening road allowance
- Repairs to 2013 Ford F-150 (quote attached)
- Appointment of Fire Chief Griffith as Alternate CEMC to EMPC
Regular Council
This is the regular council meeting for the Township of Chapple. Council will vote on routine items like the agenda, minutes, and financial accounts, and will discuss several reports and correspondence. Notable items include a garden suite renewal agreement, a tire packer quote for public works, and an in-camera session for labour relations and litigation matters.
- Mervin & Selina Brubacher Garden Suite renewal agreement
- CIBC Wood Gundy signing authority update
- In-camera session for Part Time Fire Chief labour relations and ARB litigation
- Chapple Tire Packer Quote for public works
- New Gold Amending Site Plan Agreement (blast schedule)
Special Council
At this special meeting, Chapple Council will consider two consent applications to create new lots: one from Joyann and Robert Woolsey to sever a dwelling surplus to their agricultural operation, and a request from Stefan and Frank Szeder's lawyer to revise wording on an already-approved consent decision. The council will also hold an in-camera session to discuss personal matters and employee negotiations regarding the Fire Chief.
- Consent Application 59C-2024-06 (Woolsey): creation of one new rural lot at Barwick Road and McCulloch Road, severing a dwelling surplus to agricultural operation; staff recommend approval with conditions.
- Consent Application 59C-2025-01 (Szeder): lawyer requests revision to Planning Advisory Committee decision wording, specifically regarding reference plan requirements.
- In-camera session under Section 239 of the Municipal Act for personal matters about an identifiable individual and employee negotiations re Fire Chief.
- Public notice for Woolsey application: comments accepted until decision; appeals allowed within 20 days of notice of decision.
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple's Regular Council meeting on March 11, 2025, includes delegations from the OPP and the local fire department, a discussion on the CarbonFree Rainy River Solar Project, and consideration of a tender for the Irvine Bridge replacement. Council will also review financial statements, reports, and several resolutions and by-laws, including a PSAP services agreement and a forest fire management agreement.
- OPP 2024 Annual Report presentation by Inspector Greg Given and Staff Sergeant Dereck McLean
- CarbonFree Rainy River Solar Project discussion (100 MW DC / 60 MW AC, ~$150M CAD)
- Tender No. 2025-01-24 for replacement of Irvine Bridge
- Bylaw 1847 - Agreement for Provision of Primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Services
- Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement
Regular Council
At this regular meeting, Council will hold a Planning Authority meeting to consider two consent applications for new lots, including one minor variance request, then move into the regular session. The agenda includes a delegation on portfolio review and budgetary needs for the next 5 years, financial statements, reports from departments, and several resolutions and by-laws. The meeting also includes an in-camera session for labour relations and litigation matters.
- Consent Application 59C-2024-05: Joanne Norlund-Carroll - one new lot in Highway Commercial Zone, with minor variance for 1.214 ha lot (less than required 4 ha)
- Consent Application 59C-2025-01: Stefan Szeder & Frank Szeder - one new rural lot
- Delegation at 10:00 a.m. - Jason Claydon (BDO Canada LLP) and Stefan Ilincic (CIBC Wood Gundy) - portfolio review and 5-year budgetary needs
- In-camera session at 11:00 a.m. - labour relations/employee negotiations (Fire Dept.) and litigation (ARB)
- Resolution No. 2025-0009 - Request redistribution of PLT & GST to municipalities
Regular Council
The Township of Chapple's Regular Council meeting on January 21, 2025, will consider several fire department proposals from Fire Chief Scott Grant, including creating a Joint Deputy Fire Chief position, purchasing the FirePro system, and adding a Regional Training Officer. The council will also review financial statements, reports, and correspondence, and may go in-camera to discuss personnel and litigation matters. Several by-laws and resolutions are on the agenda, including a fire protection grant agreement and the 2025 OPP budget.
- Proposal for Joint Deputy Fire Chief position (stipend $3,000 per municipality)
- Proposal to purchase FirePro system (initial cost $6,695 + tax, annual maintenance $2,654 + tax)
- Proposal for Regional Training Officer position
- Bylaw 1844 - Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement re: Fire Protection Grant
- 2025 Rainy River District West OPP Detachment Board Budget