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Dysart et al   Ontario average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population7,182
Median household income$78,000
Median home value$600,000
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Regular Council

Council to consider zoning amendment for Boice Bradley Drive

The Municipality of Dysart et al will hold a public meeting and council vote regarding a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Boice Bradley Drive. The session also includes several applications to purchase shore road allowances and a budget update for the County Road 21 development.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/tjFvs5dX8Jc?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Land Acknowledgement c) Adoption of Agenda d) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 7 - 30 e) Adoption of Minutes June 16, 2026 -Special Council Meeting June 23, 2026 - Council Meeting June 23, 2026 - Public Meeting July 7, 2026 - Special Council Meeting Jun-16-2026 -Special Meeting of Council - Minutes Jun 23, 2026- Regular Council- Minutes Jun-23-26 -Public Meeting - Minutes Jul-07-26 Minutes -Special Meeting of Council f) Mayor and Deputy Mayor's Updates 31 - 32 g) Council Vacancy Update Council Vacancy Update - Pdf 2. Public Meeting 33 - 42 a) By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026-009 - Waind & Taylor-Waind Roll No. 041-000-76400 Boice Bradley Drive Part Lot 29, Concession 12 In the Geographic Township of Guilford, Municipality of Dysart et al. In attendance: Greg Bishop Page 1 of 186 By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026- 009 - Waind & Taylor-Waind - Pdf 3. General Delegations 43 - 45 a) Friends of Grass Lake, Pedestrian Corridor, County Road 21 Develop [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on three minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications. For the Ellis property at 1634 Preachers Lane, a variance to allow a water closet in a garage. For the Miemiec and Yuen property at 1134 Paradise Cove Road, seven variances including a wider stairway, larger deck/gazebo, increased lot coverage, and more accessory buildings. The third application, for Harcourt Park Inc. at 1141 Straggle Lake Drive, is listed but details are not provided in the agenda.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, July 9, 2026 11:00am Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/JMKvsGMMD_Q?feature=share 1. Adoption of Minutes 2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest 3. Files 2 - 16 D13-MV-2024-023 Lands of Ellis Township of Guilford Roll No. 041-000-44400 1634 Preachers Land D13-MV-2024-023 - Pdf 17 - 56 D13-MV-2026-004 Lands of Miemiec and Yuen Township of Dysart Roll No. 010-000-31300 1134 Paradise Cove Road D13-MV-2026-004 - Pdf 57 - 73 D13-MV-2026-008 Lands of Harcourt Park Inc. (Corrigan) Township of Harcourt Roll No. 030-000-37400-0460 1141 Straggle Lake Drive Agent: Greg Bishop D13-MV-2026-008 - Pdf 4. Adjournment Page 1 of 73 Municipality of Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment STAFF REPORT P.O. Box 389 135 Maple Avenue Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0 705-457-1740 www.dysartetal.ca [email protected] To: Members of the Committee of Adjustment From: Adam Meijer, GIS Technician/Planning Assistant Date: 09 Jul 2026 Re: D13-MV-2024-023 Lands of Ellis Township of Guilford Roll No. 041-000-44400 1634 Preachers Land Recommendation: Be it resolved that the Committee decision with respect to file D13-MV-2024-023 be recorded as follows: a. A variance to Section 3.1( [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Special Meeting of Council

Council to appoint Walt McKechnie as Mayor, triggering Deputy Mayor vacancy

This special meeting will consider appointing Deputy Mayor Walt McKechnie to fill the vacant Mayor's seat for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term. If approved, the Deputy Mayor seat becomes vacant and will be filled by appointment from current council members at the July 28 regular meeting. The agenda also includes a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Special Meeting of Council Meeting Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/ZwbmQkUWack?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Adoption of Agenda c) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest 2. Items of Business 2 - 3 a) Council Vacancy Update Council Vacancy Update - Pdf 3. Confirming By-Law 4 a) By-Law 2026-58- Being a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting held on July 7, 2026. By-Law 2026-58 - Confirming By-Law 4. Adjournment Page 1 of 4 Municipality of Dysart et al Special Meeting of Council STAFF REPORT P.O. Box 389 135 Maple Avenue Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0 705-457-1740 www.dysartetal.ca [email protected] To: Mayor and Members of Council From: Tamara Wilbee, CAO/Acting Clerk Date: 07 Jul 2026 Re: Council Vacancy Update Recommendation: Be it resolved that Walt McKechnie be appointed as Mayor of Dysart et al for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term of Council, and Further that the position of Deputy Mayor be declared as vacant, and Further that Council direct that the vacancy for the Deputy Mayor's seat for the remainder of the 2022-2026 Term of Council, will be filled by appointment of a current member of Council at the r [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Regular Council

Public meeting on STR zoning amendment; borrowing for bridge

Council will hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment to allow short-term rentals in additional dwelling units. It will also consider a borrowing by-law for the Redstone Brook Bridge, a textile recycling agreement with Diabetes Canada, and several land transactions. Closed session items include land acquisitions and litigation.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, June 23, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/tH_Tg_w_Jqg?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Land Acknowledgement c) Adoption of Agenda d) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 6 - 21 e) Adoption of Minutes May-26-2026 -Regular Council - 26 May 2026 - Minutes - Pdf May-26-2026 -Public Meeting - Minutes f) County Council Updates 2. Public Meeting 22 - 34 a) By-law 2026-DRAFT Zoning By-law Amendment - File No.: D14-ZB-2025-006 Municipality of Dysart et al Short Term Rentals (STRs) in Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) By-law 2026-DRAFT Zoning By-law Amendment - File No.: D14-ZB- 2025-006, Short Term Rentals (STRs) in Additional Dwelling Units - Pdf 3. General Delegations 35 - 48 a) Update on WWTP Expansion - In attendance :John Levie Dysart Council Update_Final 23JUN26_Rev1 49 - 82 b) 2025 Audited Financial Statements In Attendance: Jon Hickey and Joanna Park 2025 Audited Financial Statements - Pdf 4. Fire Page 1 of 222 83 - 85 a) Fire Department Report Fire Department Report - Pdf 5. Building and By-Law 86 - 88 a) May 2026 Building Permit Activity Report May 2026 Building Permit Activity Report - [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Special Meeting of Council

Council to declare mayor seat vacant and appoint replacement from current members

Council will declare the mayor seat vacant following the death of Mayor Murray Fearrey and decide to fill the vacancy by appointing a current council member at a special meeting on July 7, 2026. They will also hear a presentation from the Eastern Ontario Regional Network on affordability and governance, and receive a status update on County Road 21 development lands. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a proposed acquisition or disposition of land on County Road 21.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Special Meeting of Council Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/Bw4EHbLDvJ4?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Adoption of Agenda c) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest 2. Items of Business 3 - 26 a) Council Vacancy Procedures Council Vacancy Procedures - Pdf 27 - 45 b) Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) - In Attendance: Jim Pine, Maureen Adams and Lisa Severson Affordability and Governance Structure Study Engagement Session Dysart et al Council Presentation 2026-06-16 Final Council Consultations_Setting Expectations Haliburton-County_EORN_OnePager_PRINT 46 - 49 c) Status Update - County Road 21 Development Lands of Dysart et al Roll Nos.: 012-000-72706 and 012-000-73200 Status Update - County Road 21 Development - Pdf 3. Closed Session a) To discuss matters pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, pertaining to: (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land in the Township of Dysart ; Land of Dysart et al, County Road 21 4. Report from Closed Session Page 1 of 50 5. Confirming By-Law 50 a) By-Law 2026-50- Being a By-law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Special Council Meeting held on [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 11, 2026

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to decide on three minor variance applications

The Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment meets to rule on three minor variance applications: a deferred application (D13-MV-2026-003) for a private cabin/garage on Merganser Trail, and new applications on Remembrance Lane (D13-MV-2026-005) and Dignan Road (D13-MV-2025-014). A site visit for the first application was held on June 9.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday, June 11, 2026 11:00am Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/s0F0I6h2YDc?feature=share 1. Adoption of Minutes 2 - 7 Committee of Adjustment - 14 May 2026 - Minutes 8 Report of a Site Visit - 9 June 2026 2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest 3. Files 9 - 32 D13-MV-2026-003 Lands of Petrow & Tancredi Township of Guilford Roll No. 041-000-74505 1086 Merganser Trail D13-MV-2026-003 - Pdf 33 - 49 D13-MV-2026-005 Lands of Honderich Township of Harcourt Roll No. 030-000-01100 1024 Remembrance Lane D13-MV-2026-005 - Pdf 50 - 101 D13-MV-2025-014 Lands of McLean Township of Harburn Roll No. 050-000-13400 1342 Dignan Road D13-MV-2025-014 - Pdf 4. Adjournment Page 1 of 101 Municipality of Dysart et al Minutes Committee of Adjustment Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 2026 11:00 AM Zoom Videoconferencing The Committee of Adjustment of the Municipality of Dysart et al was called to order on Wednesday, May 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Zoom Videoconferencing with the following members present: Members: Chair Barry Boice Member Chris Bishop Member Jerry Walker Member Don Popple Staff: Adam Meijer, Secretary Treasurer Jeff Iles, Director of Planning and Land Information Public P [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 28, 2026

Cultural Resources Committee

Delegation on Ontario Culture Days and public art project updates

The Cultural Resources Committee will hear a delegation from Sharon Kennedy, Vice-Chair of Arts Council Haliburton Highlands, about Ontario Culture Days (Sept 18-Oct 4, 2026). The committee will also receive updates on the Pump It Up public art project, the Cultural Plan Action Plan, and the Haliburton Highlands Tourism Stakeholders Group. Financial reports include the 2026 budget with $9,881.94 in revenue and $3,000 allocated for public art.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Cultural Resources Committee Meeting Thursday, May 28, 2026 10:00 AM Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held in Dysart Council Chambers. Members of the public looking to view the meeting may attend in person. 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order and Roll Call b) Adoption of Agenda c) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest 2 - 6 d) Adoption of Minutes NEW DATE - Cultural Resources Committee - 12 Feb 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 2. Delegations Sharon Kennedy, Vice-Chair, Arts Council~Haliburton Highlands Ontario Culture Days 7 - 22 a) Dysart CRC Presentation ACHH Culture Days 3. Items of Business a) Pump It Up Project Update b) Cultural Plan Action Plan c) Haliburton Highlands Tourism Stakeholders Group Update 4. Financial Reports 23 a) CRC 2026 Budget 24 b) CRC Actuals - Apr 30 2026 5. Member Update 6. Recommendation Follow Up 7. Notice of Motion 8. Adjournment Page 1 of 24 Municipality of Dysart et al Minutes Cultural Resources Committee Meeting Thursday, February 12, 2026 10:00 AM Council Chambers The Cultural Resources Committee of the Municipality of Dysart et al was called to order on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM via Council Chambers with the following members present: Members: Member Erin Lynch Member Andrea Brown Member Laurie Jones Member Jim Blake Member Elisha Barlow Member Jennifer Rieger Museum Director Kate Butler Staff: Andre [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 26, 2026

Regular Council

Public hearing on zoning by-law amendment for Emmerson Lumber at 30 Victoria St

Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment for Emmerson Lumber Ltd. at 30 Victoria Street. Other items include approval of an Automatic Fire Aid Agreement, appointment of a seasonal septic inspector and a municipal law enforcement officer, a short-term rental program report, and a staff request to suspend acceptance of construction and demolition materials at the West Guilford waste disposal site. Council will also consider a joint compliance audit committee by-law and several road allowance applications.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, May 26, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/ej0jPGjXeQA?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Land Acknowledgement c) Adoption of Agenda d) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 6 - 25 e) Adoption of Minutes Apr-28-2026 - Regular Council -Minutes Apr-28-2026 -Public Meeting - Minutes f) Mayor and Deputy Mayor's Updates 2. Public Meeting 26 - 38 a) By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026-007 - Emmerson Lumber Ltd. Roll No. 012-000-32400 Part Lot 17, Concession 8, Plan 1, Block Q, Lot 6 & 7, Part 1 & 2 Plan 19R-4416 In the Geographic Township of Dysart, Municipality of Dysart et al. Civic Address: 30 Victoria Street Attendence: By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026- 007 - Lands of Emmerson Lumber Ltd. - Pdf 3. Fire 39 - 41 a) Fire Department Report Fire Department Report - Pdf 42 - b) By-Law 2026-43 - Automatic Fire Aid Agreement Page 1 of 163 51 By-Law 2026-43 - Automatic Fire Aid Agreement - Pdf 4. Parks, Recreation and Events 52 - 54 a) Goose control measures past and present Goose control measures past and present - Pdf 55 - 56 b) Support for Grade 8 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 14, 2026

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on three minor variance applications, including deferred cabin within water setback

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on three minor variance applications. Two files were deferred from a previous meeting (Jakubowski and Schmidt-Hansen) following a site visit, and a new application (Petrow & Tancredi) is also on the agenda. The meeting will also adopt minutes and declare any pecuniary interests.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Committee of Adjustment Meeting Thursday May 14, 2026 11:00am Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/sCHzaJuPePU?feature=share 1. Adoption of Minutes 2 - 7 Committee of Adjustment - 9 April 2026 - Minutes 8 Report of a Site Visit - 12 May 2026 2. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest 3. Files 9 - 32 D13-MV-2026-003 Lands of Petrow & Tancredi Township of Guilford Roll No. 041-000-74505 1086 Merganser Trail D13-MV-2026-003 - Pdf 33 - 112 D13-MV-2025-008 Lands of Jakubowski Township of Dudley Roll No. 020-000-55100 1182 Miskwabi Lake Road Agent: Kent Randall D13-MV-2025-008 - Pdf 113 - 186 D13-MV-2025-025 Lands of Schmidt-Hansen Township of Dudley Roll No. 020-000-80400 1561 Kennaway Road D13-MV-2025-025 - Pdf 4. Adjournment Page 1 of 186 Municipality of Dysart et al Minutes Committee of Adjustment Meeting Wednesday, April 9, 2026 11:00 AM Zoom Videoconferencing The Committee of Adjustment of the Municipality of Dysart et al was called to order on Wednesday, April 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Zoom Videoconferencing with the following members present: Members: Chair Barry Boice Member Chris Bishop Member Jerry Walker Staff: Adam Meijer, Secretary Treasurer Jeff Iles, Director of Planning and Land Inform [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 28, 2026

Regular Council

Council to consider two draft zoning by-law amendments for Norris Drag Lake and Rushlow

The council will discuss two draft zoning by-law amendments: File No. D14-ZB-2026-005 for Norris Drag Lake and File No. D14-ZB-2026-006 for Rushlow. Other items include a request for a right‑of‑way over municipal lands at Glebe Park, a review of governance and affordability, and reports from fire, parks, and public works. The meeting also includes a by‑law to authorize a batteries services agreement with Call2Recycle Canada.

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the Municipality of Dysart et al Agenda Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 2026 9:00 AM Videoconference/Council Chambers Page Please Note: This meeting will be held electronically in accordance with Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001. The link to this livestream can be found here: https://youtube.com/live/XYhP7lakFPc?feature=share 1. Procedural Matters a) Call to Order b) Land Acknowledgement c) Adoption of Agenda d) Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof 7 - 28 e) Adoption of Minutes Mar-24-2026 -Regular Council - Minutes - Pdf Mar-24-2026 -Public Meeting - Minutes f) Mayor and Deputy Mayor's Updates 2. Public Meeting 29 - 40 a) By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026-005 - Norris Drag Lake Roll No. 021-000-15400 Part Lot 6, Concession 10 In the Geographic Township of Dudley, Municipality of Dysart et al. In attendance: Lauren Arsenault - Morgan Planning By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026- 005 - Norris - Pdf 41 - 57 b) By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026-006 - Rushlow Roll No. 012-000-73214 Part Lot 11, Concession 9, Part 17 Plan 19R-4878 In the Geographic Township of Dysart, Municipality of Dysart et al. Page 1 of 265 In attendance: Greg Bishop - Agent By-Law 2026-Draft Zoning By-law Amendment File No. D14-ZB-2026- 006 - Rushlow - Pdf 3. General Delegations 58 - 66 a) Request for Right of Way over [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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