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Dysart et al public meetings in 2024

36 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Fri Dec 13, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Special Meeting of Council

Council to review first draft of 2025 budget and road assumption

This special meeting of Council focuses on the first draft of the 2025 budget, including presentations from local committees and a review of revenue and expense estimates. Council will also consider a by-law to assume a portion of Trappers Trail Road for year-round maintenance and applications related to shore road allowances on Cardiff Lake. The agenda includes procedural items such as adopting minutes and a confirming by-law.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Dysart Committee of Adjustment to hear Scheffee minor variance for two seasonal dwelling expansions on Silverlynn Lake

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four requested minor variances for the property at 2341 Kennisis Lake Road (Township of Guilford). The applicant, Gregory Scheffee, seeks to expand two legal non-complying seasonal dwellings ("Joe Beaver" and "Donald Duck") and enlarge them despite more than one dwelling already on the lot. Staff recommend approval with conditions, including removing a fourth seasonal dwelling and restoring the shoreline. The agenda also includes adopting the October 9, 2024 minutes.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Council to decide Klossner zoning amendment and hear traffic calming requests

Dysart et al Council will hold a public meeting and consider a zoning by-law amendment for the Klossner property in Harburn Township. They will also hear delegations from Hedgerow Lane residents about a 1978 parking agreement and from Wigamog Road residents requesting traffic calming measures. The agenda includes routine reports from departments and agencies, plus a closed session on land disposition and legal advice.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Nov 28, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Cultural Resources Committee

Cultural Resources Committee to review 2025 draft budget and plan public art projects

The Cultural Resources Committee of Dysart et al is meeting to discuss cultural managers' meeting debrief, website updates, 2025 public art projects, and cultural plan planning. They will also review the draft 2025 budget, which proposes $13,850 in revenue and expenses, including $4,500 for public art projects and $7,500 for an updated cultural plan.

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Council Chambers
Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Council to decide on zoning amendment, fire call-out renewal, and land deals

The Municipality of Dysart et al Council will hold a public meeting and regular session to consider a zoning by-law amendment for Emmerson & Parsons, renew the fire department emergency call-out services by-law, and decide on several road allowance purchases and land-related agreements. The agenda also includes routine reports on building permits, by-law updates, finances, and public works, plus a closed session on land acquisition and disposition.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Glebe Park and Museum Committee

Committee to review stewardship action plan and 2025 draft budget

The Glebe Park and Museum Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several planning documents, including a stewardship action plan, work plan updates, and a draft 2025 budget for Glebe Park. The agenda includes updates on museum activities and building maintenance, as well as setting 2025 meeting dates. The meeting is largely procedural, with decisions expected on the budget and possibly the stewardship plan.

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Zoom Videoconferencing
Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Council to hear rooftop patio appeal, STR updates, and consider several land sales

The Municipality of Dysart et al Council is meeting to hear delegations on a zoning matter and a rooftop patio expansion, receive an update on short-term rental appeals, and consider various administrative reports. The agenda includes several proposed by-laws for road allowances, severances, and parking fees, as well as a closed session on land acquisitions and dispositions.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment to review two minor variance files on October 9, 2024

The Municipality of Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment meets Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 11:00am in Council Chambers (held electronically) to adopt its August 14, 2024 minutes and hear two minor variance files. File D13-MV-2024-010 (Lands of McGreevy, 140 Maple Avenue) was deferred at the August 14 meeting and returns for a decision on a reduced interior side lot line setback and increased lot coverage. File D13-MV-2024-017 (Lands of Davison and Semler-Davison, 1123 Lorne Lane) is also on the agenda. The agenda itself does not state the outcome of either file.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Special Meeting of Council

Dysart et al council to appoint public members to Haliburton OPP detachment board

The Municipality of Dysart et al is holding a special council meeting on October 8, 2024, at 1:00 PM by videoconference and in Council Chambers. The main item is a closed session under Section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act, 2001 to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically the appointment of public members to the Haliburton County Ontario Provincial Police Detachment Board. Council will then receive a report from closed session on that appointment and consider By-law 2024-95, a routine confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings. The agenda does not state who will be appointed or the outcome of the closed session.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Sep 24, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al Council to hold public meeting on Brum & Churilov zoning amendment

The Municipality of Dysart et al Council meets on September 24, 2024, with a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment for Brum & Churilov (File No. D14-ZB-2024-001) on Part Lots 14 & 15, Concession 3 & 4 in the Geographic Township of Harburn. Council will also hear two appeals of orders, receive reports on fire dispatch services, building permits, roads, and finance, and consider several shore road allowance applications and by-laws. A closed session will address personal matters, a proposed land disposition, and litigation or potential litigation.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al council to hear IT digital strategy, bridge tender results and shore road allowance requests

The Municipality of Dysart et al holds its regular council meeting on August 27, 2024, with delegations on an IT digital strategy, a licence of occupation on the Peterson Trail, and an unassumed portion of Trappers Trail. Council will consider tender results for the Koshlong Bridge replacement and tree clearing at Carroll Pit, plus several shore road allowance purchase applications and road-related by-laws. A closed session covers land dispositions in Harcourt and Dysart and an Addition to Reserve proposal.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Cultural Resources Committee

Dysart et al Cultural Resources Committee meets Aug 22 on Cultural Plan, Eagle Lake project, 2025 budget

The Cultural Resources Committee of the Municipality of Dysart et al meets Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The agenda lists discussion items on a Cultural Managers' Meeting, the Eagle Lake Project, and the Cultural Plan, plus a 2025 Committee Budget financial report. The meeting also includes routine procedural matters and adoption of minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting. No decisions beyond procedural adoption are specified on the agenda.

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Council Chambers
Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment to decide four minor variance files on Aug 14, 2024

The Municipality of Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment meets Wednesday August 14, 2024 at 11:00am to hold public hearings and decide four minor variance applications (files D13-MV-2023-030, D13-MV-2024-010, D13-MV-2024-014, and D13-MV-2024-015). The agenda also includes adoption of the July 10, 2024 minutes and a report of an August 13, 2024 site visit. The meeting is being held electronically under Section 238 of the Municipal Act, 2001, with a livestream link provided.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Aug 8, 2024 · 01:00 PM

Glebe Park and Museum Committee

Dysart et al committee reviews Glebe Park stewardship, work plan, and 2025 draft budget

The Glebe Park and Museum Committee of the Municipality of Dysart et al meets on August 8, 2024 to review recommendations from its 2023-2033 Stewardship Plan, an August 2024 work plan for Glebe Park, updated action items, and financial reports including a 2024-06 Glebe Park summary and a draft 2025 budget. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting, museum updates, member reports, and a recommendation follow-up. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself; the attached May minutes show prior motions on deck repairs and the farmstead barn roof.

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Zoom Videoconferencing
Tue Jul 23, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al council to weigh multiple shore road allowance sales and severance deals

The Municipality of Dysart et al holds its regular council meeting on July 23, 2024, with a packed planning agenda covering several shore road allowance closures and conveyances, a severance proposal, and a procedural by-law. Council will also receive orientation training from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, hear delegations on the Muskoka Watershed and local land requests, and review reports on fire, building, public works, finance, and waste management. A closed session will address wastewater infrastructure matters.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment reviews five minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several minor variance requests for properties in the townships of Harcourt, Dysart, Dudley, and Havelock. The meeting includes discussions on building setbacks, accessory structure counts, and seasonal dwelling expansions.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Jun 25, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al Council to discuss zoning, road allowances, and financial statements

The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and consider several zoning by-law amendments. The meeting includes public delegations regarding wake boats on Lake Kashagawigamog and property matters on Wonderland Road.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment reviews property variances for Kennisis and Benoir Lakes

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for minor variances regarding building heights and seasonal dwelling expansions. The meeting includes staff reports for properties in the Townships of Havelock and Harcourt.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue May 28, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Council to discuss zoning amendments, severance proposals, and a new telecom tower

The Municipality of Dysart et al will review several zoning by-law amendments and severance proposals for various properties. The agenda also includes a proposal for a Rogers Communications telecommunications tower in Pivot Lake and a resident petition regarding Wonderland Road resurfacing.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu May 16, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Cultural Resources Committee

Cultural Resources Committee discusses Eagle Lake project and municipal cultural plan

The committee is reviewing updates to the 2012 Municipal Cultural Plan and discussing the Eagle Lake project. Members will also address new committee appointments and updates to the municipal website's arts and culture page.

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Council Chambers
Thu May 9, 2024 · 02:00 PM

Glebe Park and Museum Committee

Glebe Park and Museum Committee discusses stewardship and work plans

The committee is reviewing updates to the Stewardship Plan and the 2024 Work Plan. Discussions include construction impacts from the new Haliburton School of Art + Design residence and upcoming park maintenance tasks.

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Zoom Videoconferencing
Wed May 8, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee discusses seasonal dwelling variances for Haliburton Lake property

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a request to reduce setbacks for a seasonal dwelling on the Lands of Reeder in Harburn. Staff have raised concerns regarding potential overdevelopment, water setbacks, and road maintenance on Hodgson Road.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Council discusses Municipal Accommodation Tax and various land use applications

The Council is reviewing a proposal for a 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax to support tourism. The meeting also includes discussions on a new telecommunications tower, park stewardship plans, and several land severance and road closing applications.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Apr 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Special Meeting - Cultural Resources Committee

Committee to discuss the Municipal Cultural Plan

The Cultural Resources Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Municipal Cultural Plan. The meeting follows a previous discussion regarding updates to the ten-year plan created in 2012.

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Council Chambers
Wed Apr 10, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment reviews variances for shed and building setbacks

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing several minor variance applications for properties in Harburn and Harcourt. Key items include a request for a shed setback on Curry Road and deferred decisions regarding building setbacks and lot coverage for the Beavis property.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Special Meeting of Council

Dysart et al Council holds special meeting regarding wastewater infrastructure

The Council is meeting to discuss wastewater infrastructure in a closed session. The agenda also includes the appointment of a municipal representative to the County of Haliburton OPP Detachment Board.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Mar 26, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al Council discusses zoning, telecommunications, and new municipal by-laws

The Council will review several zoning amendments, including land at Drag Lake and a proposed Rogers telecommunications tower. The meeting also includes discussions on new by-laws for waste management, septic maintenance, and open-air fires.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 02:00 PM

Glebe Park and Museum Committee

Glebe Park and Museum Committee discusses stewardship, work plans, and budgets

The committee will discuss updates to the Stewardship Plan and the 2024 Work Plan. Members will also review the 2024 approved budget and receive updates on hazard tree management and the Haliburton School of Art + Design residence construction.

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Zoom Videoconferencing
Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Dysart et al Committee of Adjustment reviews land severances and building variances

The Committee is reviewing applications for minor variances regarding lot dimensions and building setbacks. The agenda includes a proposed land severance at 236 Harmony Road and several building placement requests in the Township of Harcourt.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Tue Feb 27, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al Council to discuss short-term rentals and various by-law updates

The Council will review several proposed by-laws including short-term rental regulations, parking control, and building permit fees. The meeting also includes discussions on fire master plans, market locations, and land purchases.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Feb 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Cultural Resources Committee

Cultural Resources Committee to discuss Eagle Lake and Sam Slick Park

The committee will discuss the Eagle Lake project, Sam Slick Park developments, and cultural planning. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024-01 revenue and expenditure report.

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Council Chambers
Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee reviews variances for private cabins and accessory structures

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for minor variances regarding building sizes and setbacks. The meeting includes a staff report for 1010 Leblanc Trail regarding an oversized private cabin and additional accessory buildings.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Thu Feb 8, 2024 · 02:00 PM

CANCELLED - Glebe Park and Museum Committee

Glebe Park and Museum Committee meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

The scheduled meeting for February 8, 2024, was cancelled and rescheduled for March 21, 2024. The provided documents include the cancelled agenda and minutes from the previous November 2023 meeting.

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Zoom Videoconferencing
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Regular Council

Dysart et al Council to discuss 2024 budget and short-term rental regulations

The Council will meet to consider adopting the 2024 budget and expenditure estimates. The agenda also includes discussions on proposed short-term rental regulations and a speed limit study.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Fri Jan 12, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Special Meeting of Council

Council reviews second draft of the 2024 municipal budget

The Municipality of Dysart et al is reviewing the second draft of its 2024 budget, including revenue and expenditure estimates. Council will also discuss a budget request from the Rails End Gallery and Arts Centre and consider a contract extension for road resurfacing.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers
Wed Jan 10, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment reviews property variances for Harcourt Park Inc.

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing three minor variance applications for properties in the Townships of Harcourt and Havelock. The meeting includes discussions on setbacks for sheds, workshops, and accessory buildings near water.

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Videoconference/Council Chambers