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 "city": "Gore Bay",
 "state": "Ontario",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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 "generated": "2026-07-26",
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   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=411"
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   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=413"
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   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=415"
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-15",
   "body": "Development, Properties & Public Works",
   "headline": "Gore Bay reviews sanitary system capacity and infrastructure updates",
   "summary": "The committee is reviewing the town's sanitary sewer system to address infiltration and capacity concerns. Updates were provided on the splash pad washroom delay, West Bluff waterline tender, and medical centre progress. Discussions also included water agreements with Gordon/Barrie Island and potential zoning amendments for 66 Meredith Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/52495/Development,%20Properties%20_%20Public%20Works%20-%2015%20Jul.pdf?handle=80E28B83683A46E5867BF75294C42122",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=435"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "General Government",
   "headline": "Committee to consider vacation policy overhaul and canteen lease",
   "summary": "The General Government Committee will discuss proposed amendments to the Town's vacation entitlements and banked overtime policy, review the existing exotic pet by-law, and consider a canteen lease. No decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/52431/General%20Government%20-%2008%20Jul%202026.pdf?handle=43AFB44248764B9495C1B9C6A438EFF5",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=434"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on Official Plan and Zoning by-law amendments",
   "summary": "The June 22 regular council meeting includes a delegation presenting the 2025 draft financial statements, staff reports on the Museum Strategic Plan, an Experience Ontario grant, delegation of authority, and security cameras. Council will consider and vote on by-laws to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. A closed session is scheduled for personal matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51320/Regular%20Council%20-%2022%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=4A03313BB8E64D52B119CD45AAD13C3E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=407"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Public Meeting- Natural Heritage System Strategy",
   "headline": "Council to consider adopting Amendment No. A‑3 for Natural Heritage System Strategy",
   "summary": "The council will discuss adopting Amendment No. A‑3 to the Official Plan, which implements the Natural Heritage System Strategy for the District of Manitoulin. The amendment adds Schedule F and replaces Section D.4(a‑b) with new text covering natural heritage features. The meeting includes a public comment period on the proposed strategy before any decision is made.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51299/Public%20Meeting-%20Natural%20Heritage%20System%20Strateg.pdf?handle=6E13BE721D5D452A980ED66D847A9912",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=431"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Public Meeting 2022-24OPA-26-002",
   "headline": "Council to consider Official Plan amendment for three rental units at 30 Meredith St",
   "summary": "The Town of Gore Bay Council will consider Official Plan Amendment No. 2022‑24OPA‑26‑002, which seeks to permit three residential rental units for senior and non‑senior citizens in the Core Commercial Area at #30 Meredith Street. A simultaneous Zoning By‑law Amendment (File No. 2022‑24ZBL‑26‑002) would allow those units as the primary use and reduce the north‑side yard setback to 2.0 m. The application was submitted by 1905130 Ontario Inc., represented by Kurtis Noble, and no concerns were received from consulted Indigenous groups, provincial ministries, or utility providers. Council will decide whether to approve the amendment based on the planning report and recommendations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51301/Public%20Meeting%202022-24OPA-26-002.pdf?handle=3EDBD5819C86453990DC73328760F82C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=433"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Public Meeting 2022-24ZBL-26-02",
   "headline": "Council to consider zoning amendment allowing three rental units at 30 Meredith Street",
   "summary": "The council will discuss Zoning By-law Amendment No. 2022-24ZBL-26-002 for the property at 30 Meredith Street (Water Street) to permit three residential rental units in the former Lambac office building. The amendment seeks to adjust the north‑side yard setback for two accessory structures to 2.0 m while keeping the Core Commercial zone designation. The report notes no concerns from consulted agencies and recommends council may approve the amendment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51303/Public%20Meeting%202022-24ZBL-26-02.pdf?handle=6FC287DE785E4CE2895E809FAF247F15",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=432"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Development, Properties & Public Works",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss 66 Meredith St development options and intensification strategy",
   "summary": "The Development, Properties & Public Works committee will review development options for 66 Meredith Street, including mixed-use and residential buildings totaling up to 24 units, and an intensification strategy aimed at doubling Gore Bay's population by 2045. They will also discuss the Marina Building RFP for the former CYC space, project updates, and a water agreement with Gordon/Barrie Island.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51040/Development,%20Properties%20_%20Public%20Works%20-%2010%20Jun.pdf?handle=A999F3C81747414EA99A482BBFC4B30D",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=430"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Special Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider Canada Day liquor licence extension for Legion",
   "summary": "Council will consider a request from the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 514 to extend its liquor licence for Canada Day celebrations on June 27. The meeting will also include a closed session and a confirmatory by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/51032/Special%20Council%20-%2008%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=2A374959987C475F9B67DCEA5C41D01C",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=429"
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  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "General Government",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss vacation policy changes including new allotment schedule",
   "summary": "The General Government Committee will consider proposed amendments to the town's vacation policy, including a new vacation allotment schedule based on years of service and an 80-hour combined carryover limit for vacation and banked hours. The item follows previous discussions and a staff report on the policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50957/General%20Government%20-%2003%20Jun%202026.pdf?handle=0482D81451FA400BABF8C06D05A0751E",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=428"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on Official Plan and zoning amendments, fuel tender",
   "summary": "The Gore Bay Council will swear in a new councillor, consider several bylaws including Official Plan and zoning amendments, and review staff reports on the 2026 fuel tender, vacation policy, and marina ramps. The meeting also includes a bylaw delegating authority to the town manager during the lame duck period and filling the councillor vacancy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50884/Regular%20Council%20-%2025%20May%202026.pdf?handle=F999C10198204F5AB1D3C3BEB2391794",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=405"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Public Meeting Official Plan Amendment 2022-24OPA-26-001",
   "headline": "Council to consider Official Plan Amendment for senior housing on Phipps Street",
   "summary": "Council will hold a public meeting to consider an Official Plan Amendment application from Maggie's Apartments Limited. The proposal seeks to increase allowable lot density to 41.9 units per hectare to permit a semi-detached dwelling for senior housing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50875/Public%20Meeting%20Official%20Plan%20Amendment%202022-24O.pdf?handle=B261CB66BF474A09AF41A004AD2E6CC3",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=426"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-25",
   "body": "Public Meeting- Zoning Amendment No.2022-24ZBL-26-001",
   "headline": "Council to vote on zoning amendment increasing lot coverage for housing on Phipps St.",
   "summary": "The council will consider Municipal Zoning By-law Amendment No. 2022‑24ZBL‑26‑001 submitted by Maggie’s Apartments Limited. The amendment seeks to raise lot coverage from 30 % to 38.82 % and reduce front‑yard and side‑yard setbacks for a proposed semi‑detached dwelling on Lot 3, East Side Phipps Street. A simultaneous Official Plan Amendment would increase residential density to 41.9 units per net hectare for senior housing on the same site. Council will decide whether to approve the zoning changes and the related Official Plan amendment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50877/Public%20Meeting-%20Zoning%20Amendment%20No.2022-24ZBL-.pdf?handle=C0512E375AC34CCA963E130D166B4147",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=427"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Gore Bay Museum Board",
   "headline": "Board will review the 2026 Gore Bay Museum budget",
   "summary": "The Gore Bay Museum Board meeting will consider the proposed 2026 operating budget, which lists projected revenues of $79,561.38 and expenditures of $73,653.52, showing a surplus of $5,907.86. The board will also discuss a student/senior volunteer call‑out program, tenant matters, and the possibility of installing solar panels. These items are listed under New Business on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50711/Gore%20Bay%20Museum%20Board%20-%2020%20May%202026.pdf?handle=D80F4516BC3147B8AD0953291794C118",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=425"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-13",
   "body": "Development, Properties & Public Works",
   "headline": "Marina Building RFP for 30 Water St lease space presented at council meeting",
   "summary": "The council will consider a planning amendment for Phipps Street that raises residential density to 41.9 units per net hectare and increases lot coverage to 38.82%. It will also review the Request for Proposals to lease the 4,051‑sq‑ft waterfront commercial space at 30 Water Street, with proposals due May 29, 2026. Additional items include a public works report (AIR‑26‑031), project updates (AIR‑26‑029), and discussion of the Gore Bay‑Gordon Barrie water policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/50605/Development,%20Properties%20_%20Public%20Works%20-%2013%20May.pdf?handle=2C11A1E41E084BCEA68F9A8A9F4B81C0",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=424"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-06",
   "body": "General Government",
   "headline": "Gore Bay council committee to discuss staffing, vacation policy, communications by-law",
   "summary": "The General Government committee will discuss office staffing and work management, the vacation policy from the Employee Relations Handbook (2024 revision), and a proposed Communications Policy By-law. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/49519/General%20Government%20-%2006%20May%202026.pdf?handle=5351732BD8A842E7B7C67CDB2915C043",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=423"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on procedural by-law re-establishing committees",
   "summary": "Gore Bay Council will consider a procedural by-law to re-establish two standing committees (General Government and Public Works, Properties and Development). They will also discuss a vacant council position, a request for proposals, and correspondence items including a Carp Derby request and a waterfront enhancement proposal. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and a confirmatory by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/49429/Regular%20Council%20-%2027%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=AD0D5AE31DA24242A329AA38A3D611B3",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=403"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-13",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council proposes to restore standing committees and change meeting schedule",
   "summary": "The Town of Gore Bay Council will consider a Notice of Motion to amend the Procedural By-law, re‑establishing two standing committees—General Government and Public Works, Properties and Development—each meeting on the first and second Tuesday of the month. The motion also calls for dissolving the Planning and Development Task Force and moving the full Council meeting to once per month on the fourth Monday starting May 25. Additional agenda items include adopting the March 23 minutes, reviewing water and wastewater capacity reports, and directing staff to study capital water and sewer charges for new connections outside town limits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/49308/Regular%20Council%20-%2013%20Apr%202026.pdf?handle=6282B7EB6FDE48878A5AD597D7423F0F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=402"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-23",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss water financial plan and new connection fees",
   "summary": "The Council will review a water financial plan for 2026-2033 and consider new user water connection fees and capital levies. The meeting also includes reports on water/wastewater capacity and a nuisance by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/49146/Regular%20Council%20-%2023%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=9532C52B8AE64E919AB1534E95CB92D1",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=401"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider by-law for Community Spirits & Events Group",
   "summary": "The Gore Bay Council will meet to discuss staff reports regarding splash pad washrooms and firefighter fitness memberships. The body is also considering a by-law to establish a Community Spirits & Events Group.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48960/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Mar%202026.pdf?handle=2308C93059014EB5B3FFECE3A17E20DB",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=400"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-23",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider VR theme park trial at arena",
   "summary": "Gore Bay Council will discuss a proposal to lease space at the Gore Bay Memorial Arena for a VR theme park pop-up trial from June to September. The staff report recommends approval of a lease at $500 per month plus hydro costs. The meeting also includes reports on community hall deposits, a nuisance by-law, and a confirmatory by-law.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48803/Regular%20Council%20-%2023%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=95AC8E6801D8491FACC26C0A9EEE6F74",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=399"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Committee of the Whole",
   "headline": "Committee to recommend tax changes for 2026",
   "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss a 2026 tax policy review that recommends eliminating tax reductions for vacant land and adjusting the commercial and industrial tax ratio to 0.95. Staff also presented the 2026 Draft Operating and Capital Budget.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48642/Committee%20of%20the%20Whole%20-%2009%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=48615814ADC0467E87E5FA6E5C422E89",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=422"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-09",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council approves community workshop rental rates for the Community Hall",
   "summary": "The Gore Bay Council adopted the minutes from the January 12 meeting, approved the CANSail Youth Sailing Program with free marina slip and use of the McQuarrie Pavilion and Harbour Centre, and adopted new rates for Community Hall workshops ($50 for two hours, $60 for three hours, $15 per additional hour plus HST). The council also passed By‑Law 2026‑02 as a confirmatory by‑law and directed staff to draft a municipal communications policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48637/Regular%20Council%20-%2009%20Feb%202026.pdf?handle=6B6F90D5312E45EC837B679CFAF61000",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=398"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-29",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Gore Bay Council to discuss Natural Heritage System Strategy and community rates",
   "summary": "Council will review a proposed Natural Heritage System Strategy from the Manitoulin Planning Board. The meeting also includes discussions on the Cansail Youth Sailing Program and community workshop rates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48480/Regular%20Council%20-%2029%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=F5FDD4BF09B34E5AA11A3AE0C6AD7158",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=397"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-12",
   "body": "Regular Council",
   "headline": "Council to adopt a new Communications Policy",
   "summary": "The regular council meeting will consider routine items such as opening, agenda changes, disclosures and adoption of minutes. Staff reports will be presented on the Kinney Street Bridge, Splash N Go Adventure Park, a half‑ton truck acquisition and other projects. A correspondence motion will be used to adopt a Communications Policy, and a confirmatory by‑law will be passed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/document/48323/Regular%20Council%20-%2012%20Jan%202026.pdf?handle=A3DCC3A9B5E14D71B4680DB548ED502F",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://gorebay.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=396"
  }
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