{
 "city": "Deseronto",
 "state": "ON",
 "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/deseronto/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-21",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to review 2025 audit showing $100,014 surplus and $793,873 net debt",
   "summary": "Council will hear Baker Tilly's presentation on the Town's 2025 audited financial statements, which show a $100,014 annual surplus and a net debt of $793,873. The agenda also includes routine approvals (minutes, accounts, variance report) and several items for consideration, such as a Honk proposal for Centennial Park, a 2026-2030 asset replacement report, and a road reconstruction paving program. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and solicitor-client privileged matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/40133/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Aug%202026.pdf?handle=FAE8DA551F924F5BBAA5626EBA73C976",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=432"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council reviews water tower project update and election compliance bylaws",
   "summary": "Council will receive a project update on the Deseronto standpipe water tower, including geotechnical testing and a fall tender for construction starting in May 2027. The meeting also covers Quinte Conservation’s preliminary budget, a letter on municipal budget apportionment, and two bylaws to manage election administration and compliance audits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/40010/Regular%20Council%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=AAFD587ED28647FA9A3B02274EC3F397",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=431"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Deseronto Cemetery Board",
   "headline": "Cemetery Board to discuss monument maintenance and brush removal",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Cemetery Board will meet to discuss the maintenance and repair of monuments. The board will also hear a presentation from Bob Wales regarding the removal of brush along Ungar's Island Road.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/40008/Deseronto%20Cemetery%20Board%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=3B20802783E845D88D635D688273616D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=433"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-24",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council considers installing video streaming at the Community Recreation Centre",
   "summary": "The Town is considering a proposal to install a LiveBarn automated video streaming system at the Deseronto Community Recreation Centre. If approved, the Deseronto & District Minor Hockey Association will manage operations and receive all generated revenue.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39903/Regular%20Council%20-%2024%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2F8326CB171747C3B3350075331D731B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=426"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Deseronto Cemetery Board",
   "headline": "Board to decide on oversized monument and service RFPs",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Cemetery Board will discuss and potentially approve Requests for Proposals for Monument Repair & Restoration and for Burial, Interment, and Maintenance Services, including a proposal from Dale Yonge. They will also review the cemetery price list and consider a request for an oversized monument (82 inches tall) at Plot 611, which exceeds by-law limits and requires board approval.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39609/Deseronto%20Cemetery%20Board%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=4B6A5C9061684B43BAC7EE6888CD1CD6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=427"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to hear updates on Medical Centre and public transportation",
   "summary": "Council will receive deputations on the Medical Centre and public transportation, and consider a Town Manager report on infrastructure timelines. They will also approve accounts totaling $142,156.25 and enter closed session to discuss a property issue under solicitor-client privilege.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39611/Regular%20Council%20-%2010%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=82BAD9F8D839420DA07A47AE463FE132",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=425"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will hear a deputation on the Live Barn arena streaming system.",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Regular Council meeting will consider a deputation from Chris Bartolo about the Live Barn automated sports‑streaming system for the arena. The council will also approve the minutes from the May 13 meeting and the 2026 schedule of accounts totaling $179,901.44. A by‑law (XX‑2026) will be passed to confirm the proceedings of this council meeting. Closed‑session will address a personal matter concerning an identifiable person and a contract subject to solicitor‑client privilege.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39332/Regular%20Council%20-%2027%20May%202026.pdf?handle=BAF038BF3B4044DFAC10AC72F37E54D9",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=424"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council will decide on a hybrid traffic‑calming plan for Main Street.",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will consider a hybrid traffic‑calming approach on Main Street between First and Fourth Streets, including delineators and parking restrictions. It will also review a commercial mower acquisition, renew the Building Inspection Services Board contract, and vote on several by‑laws such as the 2026 tax‑rate by‑law and a food‑vendor regulation. Additional items include a motion on the ALTO high‑speed rail and a street‑closure request.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39216/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20May%202026.pdf?handle=1CF273D9A2D64AD59AD14AC28755033F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=423"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider new chip‑truck licensing by‑law and several town projects",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will review and vote on a by‑law to license vehicles that sell refreshments to the public. It will also consider town‑manager reports on Main Street parking delineators, an asbestos abatement plan, and the Deseronto Fitness Centre. A request from the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte regarding Centennial Park will be discussed, and the council will adopt a by‑law confirming the proceedings of this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/39045/Regular%20Council%20-%2022%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=DA479BD8E17F468CAACB48C77FFCFEF6",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=421"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-08",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to review Asset Management Plan and consider community garden proposal",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will consider an update to the town’s Asset Management Plan and a proposal to create a community garden. It will also consider By‑law XX‑2026 to enter an agreement for the Provincial Gas Tax and By‑law XX‑2026 to confirm the council’s proceedings. Additional routine items include approval of minutes, accounts and various reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38872/Regular%20Council%20-%2008%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=42409C4C3B2845AB86B9C222F69C1474",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=419"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-25",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt the 2026 municipal budget by‑law",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will consider several approvals, including human resources policies and public works projects. It will review the cost estimate for road resurfacing in 2026 and a large‑item disposal day. The council will adopt the 2026 municipal budget through By‑law XX‑2026 and hear a deputation from the Deseronto Historical Society about the Deseronto Days event. Additional items include a Green Municipal Fund application for tree replacement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38706/Regular%20Council%20-%2025%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=62E3A6B1AA664F5D8343B1755E9942EC",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=417"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-11",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Deseronto Council to vote on 2026 Municipal Budget",
   "summary": "Council will consider the 2026 Municipal Budget and a related by-law to pass it. The meeting includes discussions on road resurfacing, a policing grant application, and various draft HR policies.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38527/Regular%20Council%20-%2011%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=4DE7ED1C205B4717BD508FFF7ED8C9F2",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=415"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-25",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to pass by‑law for pothole prevention transfer payment agreement",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the February 11 meeting, and approve the Schedule of Accounts totaling $229,231.48. Council will approve fee and rate increases, name a new laneway, consider several park‑use requests, and pass By‑law 10‑2026 establishing a transfer payment agreement for the pothole prevention and repair program. Closed‑session items include a discussion of the municipal pay‑equity grid and a solicitor‑client privileged water and sewer contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38323/Regular%20Council%20-%2025%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=42BCC548F6B84AD080BFFA4D2164BE59",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=413"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-25",
   "body": "Special Budget Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider 2026 budget draft with proposed 3.26% tax increase",
   "summary": "Council will review Scenario 3 of the 2026 Municipal Budget, which includes a proposed tax increase of 3.26%. The meeting will also cover the debt repayment limit and a public works update on streets requiring immediate replacement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38328/Special%20Budget%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2025%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=975CE38208BB40C7AC584FA68E6027CD",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=412"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-11",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider pothole prevention transfer agreement by-law",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will review and vote on a by-law to enter a transfer payment agreement for the pothole prevention and repair program. It will also discuss the 2026 operational and capital budget scenarios for Roads, Public Works and Parks, and review the Town Manager's rates/fee by-law report. Additional items include naming Arena Lane, supporting Quinte Conservation’s application for Green Municipal Fund tree‑planting funding, and several park‑use requests.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/38129/Regular%20Council%20-%2011%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=CCF1EAC5A3064ACF8A396E85922B1375",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=409"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-11",
   "body": "Water & Sewer Liaison Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": null,
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=408"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-28",
   "body": "Special Budget Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council to consider Agile Infrastructure asset‑management contract and 2026 budget",
   "summary": "The Special Budget Council will review the Town's 2026 operational and capital budget scenarios for Public Works, Parks, Arena, Recreation, and Water & Sewer. It will discuss the Asset Management Plan proposal from Agile Infrastructure Limited, which includes an initial fee of $18,000 for a 2025‑compliant plan. The council will also consider By‑law XX‑2026 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/37963/Special%20Budget%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2028%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=38EFB8AD183F48929E8D7A6C5479F45B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=410"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-28",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider fire‑protection grant agreement and zoning amendment",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Town Council will discuss the Memorandum of Understanding with the Deseronto Public Library, receive an update on Mohawk consent, and approve several administrative items including minutes and financial reports. Council will consider a request from Centre Hastings regarding Alto high‑speed rail advocacy, schedule a follow‑up with Christina Detlor, and review a draft Family Day agenda. Three by‑laws will be voted on: a fire‑protection grant agreement for cancer‑prevention equipment, an amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By‑law No. 27‑2023 (Green Street), and an extension of the water and sewer services agreement with the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/37953/Regular%20Council%20-%2028%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=B3BC9F501B6F451BBB8D262394D8908B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=407"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-14",
   "body": "Special Budget Council Meeting",
   "headline": "Council will review the 2026 draft operating and capital budgets",
   "summary": "The Special Budget Council will discuss the Town's Asset Management Plan proposal submitted by PSD Citywide Inc. It will also consider the 2026 Cemetery Budget and review Draft #2 of the 2026 operating and capital budgets, covering Library, Fire, Administration, Council and Cemetery services, with possible discussion of PPP. A by‑law (XX‑2026) will be adopted to confirm the proceedings of this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/37640/Special%20Budget%20Council%20Meeting%20-%2014%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=AF2AA253504E4ED28619842B596DD10B",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=405"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-14",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to approve library MOU and interim tax by-law",
   "summary": "The Deseronto Council will consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the Deseronto Public Library Board and approve by-laws for interim tax levies and borrowing. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and reports from various town boards.",
   "agenda_url": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/document/37643/Regular%20Council%20-%2014%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=CA47C6420E4F41E7859735181441C13E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://deseronto.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=404"
  }
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