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{ "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council adopts water & wastewater budget and new user fee schedule", "summary": "The Town of Cochrane Council will read and pass three by‑laws: an agreement with Remi Papineau, the operating and capital water and wastewater budget for 2026, and a schedule of user fees and service charges. The meeting also includes a presentation from Eastlink about launching its mobile network in Cochrane on July 7. Additional items are the adoption of consent‑agenda resolutions, reports on recent RFPs for landfill monitoring well repairs and a lighting retrofit at the water treatment plant, and a resolution to rescind a prior strong‑mayor powers resolution.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/279274/Regular%20Council%20-%2014%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=1265532A05264B5182DE6F8E08C6281A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2107" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "CANCELLED-Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2154" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to decide on minor variance for reduced garage setback at 59-61 Huron Road", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application (A05-2026) to permit a reduced interior side yard setback of 0.61 metres for two detached garages at 59-61 Huron Road, where the zoning by-law requires 1.0 metres. Staff recommend approval, finding the variance meets all four tests under the Planning Act. The meeting will also adopt previous minutes and handle other procedural items.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/279055/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=EFCD139C0D064462935D6247DE810A3E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2142" }, { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to discuss 2nd Street capital funding relocation in closed session", "summary": "The regular council meeting will adopt minutes and consent agenda items, then move into closed session to discuss a proposed relocation for 2nd Street Capital Funding, an appointment to the Committee of Adjustment, and other confidential matters. No other substantive public decisions are on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/278758/Regular%20Council%20-%2030%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=9B3EFD12109A4D2C8167338C897B836F", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2106" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Emergency Council", "headline": "Council to clarify new voluntary holidays do not apply to municipal staff", "summary": "Council will amend three resolutions passed June 4, 2026, that created Indigenous Cochrane Day (June 21), Franco-Cochrane Day (June 24), and Anglo Cochrane Day (June 25) as voluntary holidays. The amendments specify that these are community proclamations, not public holidays for municipal employees, and that all municipal services and facilities will remain in full operation. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss labour negotiations with CUPE Local 71.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/278694/Emergency%20Council%20-%2023%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2D5BE9E3C2534780853B56CF84C12E98", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2213" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "OPP Detachment Board-James Bay East", "headline": "Board votes to include livestreaming costs in future budget", "summary": "The OPP Detachment Board-James Bay East will receive the 2025 annual report and quarterly policing reports from Cochrane, Moosonee, and Smooth Rock Falls. The board will also vote on a by-law establishing meeting procedures and consider directing the secretary to include livestreaming costs in future budget deliberations. Correspondence from the Solicitor General regarding municipal elections and a notice from Police Governance Ontario will be received.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/278241/OPP%20Detachment%20Board-James%20Bay%20East%20-%2022%20Jun%2020.pdf?handle=FA5CC3EB247440519CC1143E831FF940", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2199" }, { "date": "2026-06-19", "body": "Cochrane Economic Development Steering Board", "headline": "Board discussed an online survey for the upcoming Official Plan", "summary": "The Cochrane Economic Development Steering Board adopted its agenda and the minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting, and accepted the April and May EDO monthly reports. It then discussed several informational items, including the BAG awards, upcoming elections, business licensing, and an online survey for the Official Plan. No formal policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277455/Cochrane%20Economic%20Development%20Steering%20Board%20-%20.pdf?handle=420A90C4BEF34D5D8AFF3FA95BA8E415", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2203" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Cochrane Beautification Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss NOHFC grant and burdock update", "summary": "The Cochrane Beautification Committee will meet to discuss updates on the burdock report and a Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) grant, as well as a community cleanup contest, trolley projects, Little Bear flowers, a welcome billboard, a student weed program, and a community tree plaque. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as adoption of minutes and declarations of interest.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/278176/Cochrane%20Beautification%20Committee%20-%2018%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=B3E731675C064172AFF16C0A7BBCCAA4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2210" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to approve a one‑year fixed‑term loan with Desjardins Financial", "summary": "The council will adopt the draft minutes from the May 26 and June 4 meetings and consider several consent agenda items, including a motion supporting the provincial‑municipal fiscal framework and a confirmatory by‑law. It will read and pass By‑Law 2026‑33 to create a Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee and By‑Law 2026‑46 to authorize a bank loan agreement (Folio No. 0574584) with Caisse Desjardins Ontario Credit Union Inc. An in‑camera session will follow to discuss land acquisition, lease agreements, labour matters and a potential road‑funding joint venture.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/278061/Regular%20Council%20-%2016%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=3D9C48106DC44F9383400285865E3DD5", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2105" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee to rule on minor variance for shed at 1521 Concession 4 & 5", "summary": "The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a minor variance application (A04-2026) from F. Charron to allow a reduced front yard setback (4 m vs. 15 m required) and a slight height increase (6.12 m vs. 6 m max) for an already-constructed dome accessory structure on an agricultural property. Other agenda items include adoption of previous meeting minutes and a call for applications for a vacant public member position.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277807/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0D31E2D8D4854156843B783669C2284D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2141" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board to decide on severance for industrial lot at 2307 Highway 652", "summary": "The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board will hold public hearings on two consent applications. The first seeks to sever a 3.2-hectare lot at 2307 Highway 652 for industrial use, requiring a zoning by-law amendment and site plan control. The second application involves property at 1267 Concession 4 & 5. The board will also handle procedural items including the adoption of minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277810/Cochrane%20and%20Suburban%20Planning%20Board%20-%2010%20Jun%202.pdf?handle=AEB7D5C3C77741859AF1BF4941A92365", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2153" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Special Council", "headline": "Council to vote on three voluntary holidays for Indigenous, Francophone, Anglophone communities", "summary": "Council will consider three notices of motion to declare June 21, 24, and 25 as voluntary holidays for Indigenous, Francophone, and Anglophone communities under the 'Shared Shores' framework. Other items include authorizing an in-kind donation for the Blue Heart Festival, approving a $10,000 contribution to the 2026 Bearfest and Monster Truck Show, amending the June meeting schedule due to staff unavailability, and passing by-laws for agreements with A2Z Civil Inc. and CIMCO Refrigeration.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277760/Special%20Council%20-%2004%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=190CFFAFED7E41D881FDFA6DCE6BA3F0", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2207" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council rejects $9.5M Second Street upgrade tender, approves water budget", "summary": "Council will consider approving the 2026 Water and Wastewater Budget, and is recommended to reject and cancel the $9,503,286.78 tender from MCA Contracting for the Cochrane Second Street Upgrades Project due to significant variance from the engineer's estimate. Other items include a deeming by-law for lots at 39 and 41 Algonquin Road, establishment of a joint compliance audit committee, and replacement of chiller equipment at Tim Hortons Event Centre. Several reports are for information only.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277418/Regular%20Council%20-%2026%20May%202026.pdf?handle=B9E85DA7E5B541F693D2BE22D0310779", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2104" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Cochrane Beautification Committee", "headline": "Committee reviews signage, boardwalk, burdock weed, train renovation funding", "summary": "The Cochrane Beautification Committee will consider updates on the welcome sign at Railway Park and staining of the boardwalk. It will discuss council results concerning the designation of burdock as a noxious invasive weed and a request to apply for Northern Ontario Heritage Fund funding for the Railway Park train renovation. Additional items include tree planting, a community clean‑up contest, and the Little Bear Flowers project.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/277355/Cochrane%20Beautification%20Committee%20-%2021%20May%202026.pdf?handle=F113F0947BDA453F8F3558257A15B17E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2204" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "CANCELLED-Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2152" }, { "date": "2026-05-13", "body": "CANCELLED-Committee of Adjustment", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": null, "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2140" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "Regular Council - 12 May 2026-RESCHEDULED to May 13", "headline": "Council to approve $48,000 contract renewal and two new by‑laws", "summary": "The Cochrane Town Council will consider a twelve‑month renewal of a government‑relations advisory contract with Jenni Byrne & Associates Inc. for $48,000 plus HST. It will also vote on two by‑laws: one amending By‑Law 2026‑31 and another entering an agreement with Sky Wrench Inc. Additional items include a request to seek NOHFC funding for a historic train renovation in Railway Park and a directive to staff to draft a report on designating burdock as a noxious invasive weed.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276977/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20May%202026.pdf?handle=E3DEE8DC822A411AA1DE5B3A254D0EE6", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2103" }, { "date": "2026-05-01", "body": "Cochrane Economic Development Steering Board", "headline": "Cochrane board to discuss Official Plan survey, BAG Awards, and elections", "summary": "The Cochrane Economic Development Steering Board will meet on May 1, 2026 to adopt previous minutes, receive the April Monthly EDO Report, and discuss several items including the Official Plan survey (open until May 25), the BAG Awards event on May 23, municipal elections, and business licenses. The EDO report covers updates on planning, tourism, Hillcrest Park expansion, and funding such as a finalized Energy Feasibility Study agreement and student wage subsidies for 12 positions.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276623/Cochrane%20Economic%20Development%20Steering%20Board%20-%20.pdf?handle=E931C20238944F299670D3A521A49636", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2200" }, { "date": "2026-04-28", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to approve $10‑per‑lot land sale under Growth Community Improvement Plan", "summary": "Council will vote to approve Growth Community Improvement Plan Incentive Application 09‑2025, allowing the sale of municipal land at $10 per lot. The council also directs staff to amend the Open Air Burning By‑Law to permit daytime burning permits. Reports on the Concession 6&7 and 12&1 bridge projects and the Road Paving Inspection RFP will be received, with financial results to be reviewed in closed session. By‑Law 2026‑44, authorizing an agreement with CRCS Recreation, will be read and passed.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276553/Regular%20Council%20-%2028%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=A186DC33C5AA4716B40A161B096F23CE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2102" }, { "date": "2026-04-23", "body": "Cochrane Beautification Committee", "headline": "Committee to review burdock removal quote and welcome sign", "summary": "The Cochrane Beautification Committee will discuss several upcoming projects including the Sportsman Show, a quote for burdock removal, a welcome sign, holiday light changes, and a lake cleanup. The committee will also review its list of 2026 goals and accomplishments.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276445/Cochrane%20Beautification%20Committee%20-%2023%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=BDC16D24C48F43BD9D7971D00393BB35", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2201" }, { "date": "2026-04-15", "body": "OPP Detachment Board-James Bay East", "headline": "Board to consider supporting prescription diversion project to combat addiction", "summary": "The OPP Detachment Board-James Bay East will hold its regular meeting on April 15, 2026, in Cochrane. Key items include a presentation from Victim Services on the Provincial Bail Notification program, a resolution to support the County of Prince Edward's call for sustainable OPP funding, and a resolution to support the Prescription Diversion Project proposed by North Bay Police Service. The board will also discuss logistics for reopening Highway 11 with plow and OPP escort coordination, and consider options for livestreaming meetings.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276056/OPP%20Detachment%20Board-James%20Bay%20East%20-%2015%20Apr%2020.pdf?handle=CB241CCEE4364B299FB8E794978D19A9", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2134" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "Regular Council", "headline": "Council to approve by-law closing and selling portions of unopened road allowances", "summary": "The Town of Cochrane Council will consider several by‑laws, including one to stop‑up, close, declare surplus and sell parts of unopened road allowances on Poplar Avenue and Wyandotte Road. The council will also adopt the operating and capital budget, tax rates and tax ratios, and approve a contract for new playground equipment at Hillcrest Park. A letter from the de Blois family regarding the land sale is being received for information only.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276067/Regular%20Council%20-%2014%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=B5C73A68A2BD48E094C14E5C5507191A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2101" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board", "headline": "Planning Board receives presentation on Official Plan review and update", "summary": "The Planning Board will receive a presentation from J.L. Richards on a Background and Directions Report for the review and update of the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Area Official Plan. The report outlines proposed policy directions on growth, housing, agriculture, economic development, transportation, and public health and safety. The meeting is part of Phase 3 (Public and Stakeholder Engagement) of the five-phase project. No decisions are being made; this is a discussion item.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/276076/Cochrane%20and%20Suburban%20Planning%20Board%20-%2014%20Apr%202.pdf?handle=0FF4AC682CCE4614A6FB08796A1A7AB9", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2197" }, { "date": "2026-04-08", "body": "Committee of Adjustment", "headline": "Committee of Adjustment to weigh 9-unit apartment at 144 Fourth Street West", "summary": "The Committee will hear a minor variance application from Falcon Investment Inc. to build a three-storey, nine-unit apartment at 144 Fourth Street West. Variances are needed for building height, outdoor amenity space, and parking requirements. Staff recommend approval, subject to site plan control. The meeting also includes an update on a separate application at 110-112 Third Street West.", "agenda_url": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/document/275559/Committee%20of%20Adjustment%20-%2008%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=A3DF5F35B776449EB98762F87C3A25DC", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://cochrane.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=2139" } ] }