Haliburton County public meetings in 2024
56 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will discuss proposed 2025 board meeting dates and holiday hours. It will review the rationale for creating a full‑time Library Systems + Technology Coordinator position. The board will also consider the 2025 work plan for the Library Board and CEO. No decisions are recorded yet.
- Proposed 2025 Board Meeting Dates
- Proposed 2025 Holiday Hours
- Rationale for Library Systems + Technology Coordinator posting (full‑time position)
- 2025 Work Plan for Library Board + CEO
- Financial Report – November 2024 Actual vs Budget YTD
Regular Council
Council will review the 2025 Draft #2 Operating and Capital budgets and a proposed Tariff of Fees By-law. The meeting includes a presentation regarding a declaration of Intimate Partner Violence as an epidemic and several planning approvals.
- 2025 Draft #2 Budget with a proposed 1.5% dedicated Capital Levy
- 2025 Tariff of Fees By-law (By-law 4279)
- Highlands East Official Plan Amendment No. 3 (Bessette)
- Amendment to Draft Plan of Subdivision 46-T-91001 (Bishop)
- Appointment of a 2025 area Weed Inspector (By-law 4278)
County Joint Accessibility Committee
The Joint Accessibility Committee will adopt its agenda and minutes, hear a presentation on Easter Seals Canada’s Access 2 Card program, receive a verbal update from the Stop Gap Foundation, finalize the Accessible Site Plan Checklist, and review and adopt updates to the 2023‑2027 County Accessibility Plan and the 2024 Accessibility Accomplishments document.
- Adopt agenda and minutes from the October 23, 2024 meeting
- Easter Seals Canada presentation on the Access 2 Card program
- Verbal update from the Stop Gap Foundation
- Review and finalize the Accessible Site Plan Checklist
- Review and adopt updates to the County Accessibility Plan (2023‑2027) and post 2024 Accessibility Accomplishments
Special Meeting of Council - 10 Dec 2024 -Warden's Election
Haliburton County Council will review the procedures for the 2025 Warden election, hear nomination speeches, and vote to elect the Warden. After the election, the council will confirm the meeting's resolutions by adopting By-law No. 4277. The meeting also includes ceremonial presentations of the Warden's robe and chain of office.
- Review procedures for election of County Warden for 2025
- Nomination speeches for Warden candidates
- Election of Warden
- Adoption of By-law No. 4277 to confirm meeting resolutions
- Presentation of Warden's robe and chain of office
Land Division Committee
The Haliburton County Land Division Committee will consider Application H-048/24 submitted by M. & S. Chadwick for a right‑of‑way over 1496 Dignan Road to provide access to the shoreline lot at 1492 Dignan Road. The committee is expected to grant provisional approval subject to municipal and county conditions outlined in the staff report. The meeting will also note upcoming applications, adopt the agenda, and set the next meeting for January 13, 2025.
- Application H-048/24 (Chadwick) – grant right‑of‑way for access to shoreline residential lot at 1492 Dignan Road, Dysart et al.
- Staff report recommends provisional approval with ten specific conditions from the municipality and county.
- Other Business: possible up to three additional applications for the December meeting and by‑law appointments for committee members.
- 2025 Land Division Committee meeting schedule announced.
- Next Committee Meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025.
Special Meeting of Council
The County Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter a closed session. The purpose of this session is to provide further education and training to council members regarding the Corporate Strategic Plan.
- Closed session for Corporate Strategic Plan education
- By-law 4276 to confirm the proceedings of the December 4, 2024 meeting
Regular Council
The Haliburton County Council meeting on November 27, 2024 will approve the agenda and consent items, receive several staff reports, and consider a series of by‑laws. The by‑laws include appointments for the Land Division Committee (Bylaws 4271‑4272) and authorizations for snowmobile use of the County Rail Trail and Lake Pit (Bylaws 4273‑4274). The council will also approve the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement update and receive updates on health, public works, and emergency management. A closed‑session will discuss potential property development and sale.
- Bylaw 4271 – appoints Secretary‑Treasurer and Deputy Secretary‑Treasurer of the Land Division Committee.
- Bylaw 4272 – appoints council members to the Land Division Committee.
- Bylaw 4273 – authorizes the Warden and Clerk to execute an agreement for use of the Haliburton County Rail Trail with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.
- Bylaw 4274 – authorizes the Warden and Clerk to execute an agreement for use of the Haliburton Lake Pit with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.
- Approval of the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement and corresponding Official Plan update (Report PLN‑17‑2024).
Regular Council
Haliburton County Council will receive the 2025 draft budget documents, including the summary, detail and reserve reports. The council will consider By-law 4269 to authorize a winter‑maintenance agreement with the Municipality of Highlands East and By-law 4270 to confirm the council's proceedings. Additional agenda items include a presentation by OPP Interim Detachment Commander S/Sgt. Mike Cavanagh and discussion of delegation requests for the 2025 ROMA Conference.
- Receive 2025 draft budget summary, detail and reserve reports
- By-law 4269: authorize winter‑maintenance agreement with Municipality of Highlands East
- By-law 4270: confirm the proceedings of the November 13, 2024 council meeting
- Presentation by S/Sgt. Mike Cavanagh, Interim Detachment Commander, OPP Haliburton Highlands
- Consideration of delegation requests for the 2025 ROMA Conference
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will meet to discuss the 2025 budget and a preliminary staffing model review report. The board will also review a 2024 facilities report and current circulation statistics.
- 2025 Budget Discussion
- Preliminary Library Staffing Model Review Report
- 2024 HCPL Facilities Report
- October 2024 Financial Report
- November 2024 Circulation Statistics
Land Division Committee
The Haliburton County Land Division Committee will review three applications for consent, including a request to cancel a 1990 consent for 8003 Buckhorn Road in Highlands East. It will also consider easement applications for Bell Canada on Delta Drive and a lot addition with a consent cancellation for properties on Wigamog Road in Minden Hills. Decisions will be made by provisional approval subject to conditions.
- File H-041/24: Consent cancellation for 8003 Buckhorn Road (Highlands East) – cancel Consent H-342/90
- Files H-042/24 & H-043/24: Easements for Bell Canada on 1014 Delta Drive and 1016 Delta Drive (Minden Hills)
- Files H-044/24 & H-045/24: Lot addition at 1433 Wigamog Road and consent cancellation at 1459 Wigamog Road (Minden Hills)
Special Meeting of Council
Council is meeting to conduct a closed session for the purpose of educating and training members on the Corporate Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes the adoption of a confirming by-law for the proceedings.
- Closed session for Corporate Strategic Plan education and training
- By-law 4268 to confirm the proceedings of County Council
Regular Council
The council will consider and approve the 2024 Asset Management Plan and Policy update. It will adopt by-laws authorizing winter‑maintenance agreements with the Township of Algonquin Highlands, Municipality of Dysart et al and the Township of Minden Hills, and appoint members to the County OPP Detachment Board for the 2022‑2026 term. The council will also approve the business case for establishing a Municipal Services Corporation and appoint four mayors as interim directors of the new corporation.
- Approval of the 2024 Asset Management Plan and Policy (staff report PWS‑22‑2024)
- By‑law 4265 authorizing winter‑maintenance agreements with Algonquin Highlands, Dysart et al and Minden Hills
- By‑law 4266 appointing members to the County OPP Detachment Board (2022‑2026 term)
- Adoption of the business case to create the Municipal Services Corporation and appointment of interim directors Liz Danielsen, Murray Fearrey, Dave Burton and Bob Carter
- Presentation and receipt of the Draft Asset Management Plan by Infralevel Inc.
County Joint Accessibility Committee
The Haliburton County Joint Accessibility Committee will adopt its agenda, accept minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting, and discuss several updates. Items include a verbal update from the Stopgap Foundation, a final design for the AAC board, revisions to the Accessible Design Checklist, and an update on the 2023‑2027 Joint Accessibility Plan. The committee will also consider future agenda items, the 2025 meeting schedule, and set the next meeting for December 11, 2024.
- Adoption of agenda and acceptance of minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting
- Verbal update from the Stopgap Foundation (Chair Dailloux to follow up with CAO)
- Final design for the AAC board – suggestion to lower the board by 6 inches
- Accessible Design Checklist – recommendation to change measurements from mm to cm or meters
- Update on the 2023‑2027 Joint Accessibility Plan
Land Division Committee
The Haliburton County Land Division Committee will review applications for consent. Items include a proposal to sever one new rural residential lot on 1897 Mumford Road in Highlands East and a proposal to sever three new rural residential lots on 1537 Tulip Road in Algonquin Highlands. The committee will discuss and vote on provisional approvals for these applications.
- File H-037/24 – sever one new rural residential lot at 1897 Mumford Road, Highlands East
- File H-038/24, H-039/24, H-040/24 – sever three new rural residential lots at 1537 Tulip Road, Algonquin Highlands
Regular Council
Haliburton County Council will receive a presentation on the 2024 Biennial Bridge Inspections, which details the condition of 41 county structures and a $7.92 million capital needs estimate for 2025 to 2030. The council will also review a public engagement summary regarding a proposed Municipal Accommodation Tax.
- 2024 Biennial Bridge Inspections presentation
- Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) public engagement summary
- Approval of consent agenda items
- Review of Economic Development Workplan Update
- Consideration of By-law 4264 to confirm proceedings
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will review the consent agenda, accept the October financial report, and discuss the 2025 Draft Library Budget Version 1. The meeting also includes updates on the upcoming soft opening of the Dorset branch on October 11 and its grand opening on October 25, as well as a temporary closure of the Dysart branch for walkway repairs from October 28 to November 1. Additional items include a $2,500 Rotary Club donation for Kanopy streaming and staffing updates.
- Adoption of the consent agenda and acceptance of the October 2024 financial report
- Presentation and discussion of the 2025 Draft Library Budget Version 1
- Dorset branch soft opening scheduled for October 11 and grand opening on October 25
- Dysart branch closed Oct 28–Nov 1 for brick removal and concrete walkway replacement
- Rotary Club of Haliburton donates $2,500 to support Kanopy film streaming service
Special Meeting of Council
Haliburton County Council will hold a special meeting on October 4, 2024 to adopt its agenda, enter a closed session on personal matters related to OPP Detachment Board recruitment, and pass By-law 4263 that confirms the resolutions and by‑laws approved at this meeting. The meeting will be conducted electronically and concluded with an adjournment.
- Adoption of the meeting agenda
- Closed session for personal matters concerning OPP Detachment Board - Recruitment
- By‑law 4263 to confirm the proceedings and resolutions of the October 4, 2024 meeting
Special Meeting of Council
The council is meeting to enter a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding recruitment for the OPP Detachment Board. The meeting also includes the passage of a confirming by-law for the session's proceedings.
- Closed session regarding OPP Detachment Board recruitment
- By-law 4262 to confirm the proceedings of the September 23, 2024 meeting
Land Division Committee
The committee will review three applications for consent involving rural land changes. Application H-033/24 and H-034/24 request to sever two new residential lots from Con. 14 Pt. Lot 13 in Minden Hills. Application H-035/24 seeks a lot addition between two waterfront residential parcels on 1135 Terrelac Lane, Minden Hills. Application H-036/24 seeks a lot addition between two waterfront parcels on Con. 7, Pt. Lot 24, 19R‑200 Part 37 in Dysart et al.
- H-033/24 & H-034/24 – sever two new rural residential lots, Con. 14 Pt. Lot 13, Minden Hills
- H-035/24 – lot addition between two waterfront residential parcels, 1135 Terrelac Lane, Minden Hills
- H-036/24 – lot addition between two waterfront parcels, Con. 7 Pt. Lot 24, 19R‑200 Part 37, Dysart et al
Regular Council
The council adopted the consent agenda, including By‑law 4260 to execute a Medical Services Agreement with Paul Faulkner. It approved the revised Physician Recruitment Policy and received reports on the CSWB status, Public Works workplan, and other departmental updates. A closed session was held for solicitor‑client privileged advice, including discussion of a short‑term rental transfer of power.
- By‑law 4260 – Medical Services Agreement with Paul Faulkner (consent)
- By‑law 4261 – Confirmation of council proceedings (consent)
- Revised Physician Recruitment Policy (Staff Report EDT‑14‑2024)
- Public Works Workplan update (PW‑21‑2024)
- Closed Session – solicitor‑client privileged advice, Short Term Rental Transfer of Power
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will receive the September 2024 Librarians' Report, circulation statistics, and the August 2024 financial report. New business includes discussion of book cart and slatwall sign holders for the Dorset branch and a preliminary 2025 budget discussion for which board feedback is requested. The meeting will conclude with a municipal update round‑table and set the next meeting date.
- 8.1 Dorset branch – book cart and slatwall sign holders
- 8.2 Preliminary 2025 budget discussion – board feedback requested
- 5.2 Librarians' Report (September 2024)
- 5.3 Circulation Statistics
- 6.1 Financial Report (August 2024)
County Joint Accessibility Committee
The County Joint Accessibility Committee is discussing a proposal for a new pathway and swing set at the Oxtongue Lake Community Centre. The body is also reviewing a draft accessible design checklist for site plans and a final design for a park communication board.
- Oxtongue Lake Community Centre Greenspace Proposal: 6ft wide compacted crushed granite pathway and swing set at 3979 Highway 60
- Review of Accessible Design Checklist for Site Plans
- Final design review for a Park Communication Board in the Municipality of Dysart et al
- Verbal update on the Stopgap Foundation
- Correspondence regarding assistive devices for Ontario seniors aging at home
Regular Council
The council approved the approach, timeline and principles for developing a new County Strategic Plan. It authorized staff to apply for the Seniors Active Living Centre Program Expansion Grant and approved the Q2 Financial Report. By‑laws amending procedural rules and appointing a council member to the Haliburton Highlands Health Services Board were enacted, and the Paramedic Service Response Time Plan was approved.
- Approval of the County Strategic Plan approach, schedule and supporting principles (CAO‑08‑2024)
- Authorization to submit an application for the Seniors Active Living Centre Program Expansion Grant
- Adoption of the Q2 Financial Report (YTD as of June 30, 2024)
- Enactment of By‑law 4257 (amending By‑law 4193) and By‑law 4258 (appointment to HHHS Board)
- Approval of the Haliburton County Paramedic Service Response Time Plan
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee will consider four applications for consent involving land divisions in the municipality of Dysart et al. The items include a lease consolidation for 1410 Betula Crescent, creation of new rural lots on Old Donald Road, a lot addition at 1229 Coleman Lake Road, and creation of three new rural lots on 1273 Dignan Road. The committee will vote on provisional approvals subject to conditions outlined in staff reports.
- File H-022/24 – lease consolidation for 1410 Betula Crescent (concession road allowance) in Dysart et al
- Files H-027/24 & H-028/24 – creation of two new rural lots on Old Donald Road, Dysart et al
- File H-029/24 – lot addition converting rural lot to residential lot at 1229 Coleman Lake Road, Dysart et al
- Files H-030/24‑H-032/24 – creation of three new rural lots at 1273 Dignan Road, Dysart et al
Regular Council
Haliburton County Council will meet electronically to adopt minutes, hear a delegation on a wayfinding strategy, and consider renewing a funding agreement with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for the Canada Community-Building Fund. The agenda also includes reports on physician recruitment, public works, and the proposed new Board of Health.
- Renewal of Canada Community-Building Fund Agreement (2024-2034)
- Delegation on County Wayfinding Strategy
- Hops Drive Access to CR21
- Updates to Council Agenda Format & Reporting
- Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus resolution on infrastructure investment
Land Division Committee
The committee is reviewing applications for land division in Minden Hills and Dysart et. al. These include requests for new hydro easements and the addition of rural parcels to a waterfront property.
- Hydro easement applications at 1320 Conway Road and 1052 Jacobs Lane
- Lot additions for 1341 True North Road
County Joint Accessibility Committee
The committee will review development plans for NOMI Resort, including a wellness centre and clubhouse. Members will also discuss a development proposal from Hops Holdings Inc. at 30 Industrial Park Road. Additionally, the Stopgap Foundation will present on creating barrier-free spaces.
- NOMI Resort plan review
- Industrial Road development proposal for Hops Holdings Inc.
- Stopgap Foundation presentation on barrier-free spaces
- Review of AODA accessibility standards
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
The Council will review a pre-budget proposal for purchasing ambulances and an agreement with Crestline Coach Ltd. The meeting also includes discussions regarding physician recruitment policies and the IT Digital Strategy.
- By-law 4253 to authorize an agreement with Crestline Coach Ltd. for two ambulances
- Pre-budget approval to purchase ambulances
- Physician Recruitment Policy review
- Eastern Ontario Physician Recruitment Alliance Memorandum of Understanding
- Deer Point Lane Rental Property Lease Extension
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Board will discuss the 2024 Preliminary Report on the Library Staffing Model Review. The meeting also includes discussions regarding proposed operating hours and a book drop for the Dorset Branch. Additionally, the 2023 Annual Report will be presented.
- 2024 Preliminary Library Staffing Model Review Report
- Proposed operating hours for Dorset Branch
- Dorset Branch book drop proposal
- 2023 Annual Report presentation
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
The meeting includes a presentation from MPAC regarding property assessments and the tax system. Council will also review updates on shoreline tree preservation and authorize a contract for pavement markings on County Roads.
- Proposed amendment to By-law 3505 for Shoreline Tree Preservation
- Agreement with Trillium Pavement Marking for 2024 County Road markings
- MPAC presentation on property assessment and the tax system
- Review of YTD financial actuals as of March 31, 2024
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee is reviewing several applications for land division and right-of-way grants. These include proposals to create new rural residential lots in Dysart et al and Minden Hills, as well as lot additions and road access changes.
- Creation of two new rural lots at 2572 Soyers Lake Road
- New rural residential lot in Minden Hills
- New right-of-way for a relocated private road at 1014 Topps Drive
- Two new right-of-ways on Preachers Lane
- Lot addition at 1318 Upper Paudash Road
Addendum - Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
Council is receiving a staff report regarding the service delivery review for waste management. Local municipal councils have passed resolutions supporting existing collaborative efforts rather than a single-tier model. The report notes there are no financial implications associated with these findings.
- Review of three options for single-tier waste management delivery
- Resolutions from local municipal councils supporting current service methods
- Note that alternative methods like incineration were not part of the review scope
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
The Haliburton County Council will discuss an official plan amendment for the Township of Minden Hills regarding additional residential units. The agenda also includes reviewing transit service RFP responses and a contract with Miller Paving Limited for county road surface treatment.
- Official Plan Amendment 17 for Minden Hills regarding additional residential units
- Agreement with Miller Paving Limited for County Road surface treatment
- Minden to Haliburton Transit Service RFP response summary
- Amendments to Doctor Recruitment Guidelines
- 2024 Surface Treatment Road Rehabilitation Projects
Land Division Committee
The Haliburton County Land Division Committee will consider two applications for land division in Dysart et al. The committee will review a proposal to create one new rural residential lot and another to convert a lot from rural residential to industrial use.
- Creation of one new rural residential lot at 6620 Gelert Road (File H-015/24)
- Conversion of 6526 Gelert Road from rural residential to industrial (File H-016/24)
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will review draft financial statements for the 2023 fiscal year presented by KPMG. The meeting also includes a presentation on marketing strategy and a request for job evaluation funding related to a staffing model review.
- Presentation of 2023 fiscal year draft financial statements by Oscar Poloni, KPMG
- Request for job evaluation funding regarding the HCPL Staffing Model Review
- Presentation on Marketing Strategy and Brand Voice
- Review of branch circulation statistics
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
The meeting includes presentations from EORN and the Ontario Highlands Tourism Organization. Council will also review reports on road rehabilitation projects and public works status. A by-law is proposed to authorize a contract with GIP Paving Inc.
- Agreement with GIP Paving Inc. for 2024 hot mix road rehabilitation on sections of County Road 503
- EORN updates to County Council
- Ontario Highlands Tourism Organization presentation
- 2024 Hot Mix Road Rehabilitation Projects report
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
The Council will review the 2023 year-end audit report presented by KPMG LLP. Members will consider new agreements for using the Haliburton County Rail Trail with the KATVA and HATVA organizations. The meeting also includes updates on short-term rentals and tourism.
- Review of 2023 year-end audit report by KPMG LLP
- By-law 4242: Kawartha All-Terrain Vehicle Association rail trail agreement
- By-law 4243: Haliburton All-Terrain Vehicle Association rail trail agreement
- By-law 4244: New records retention periods for County documents
- Update on Short Term Rental and Municipal Accommodation Tax
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee will review five applications for land consent, including lot additions and new Bell easements. These applications affect properties in Highlands East, Algonquin Highlands, and Dysart et al. The agenda also includes an update on an OLT decision regarding the Aubry appeal.
- New Bell easement at 1247 Quartz Lane
- Lot additions and right-of-ways for properties on Contau Lake Road, Edith Cresc., and Ideal Drive
- Creation of a new residential lot at 1014 & 1022 Harvey Avenue
- Lot addition from rural to rural residential at Lot 8 Con 3
- New Bell easement at 1218 Canopy Lane
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Haliburton County Public Library Board will review reports on cost of living increases and benefits changes for non-union staff. The meeting includes a review of the April 2024 Librarians' Report and circulation statistics. The board will also receive updates regarding furniture procurement for the new Dorset branch.
- Report on Cost of Living Increase (COLA) and benefits changes
- RFP process for library furniture in the new Dorset branch
- Review of April 2024 circulation statistics
- Financial report review
County Joint Accessibility Committee
The committee will review updates to the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Joint Accessibility Plan from member municipalities. The meeting includes discussions on AODA standards and information regarding the Inclusive Communities Grant. A deputation will also present on local accessibility experiences.
- Updates to the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Joint Accessibility Plan
- Information on the Inclusive Communities Grant
- Discussion of AODA built environment and customer service standards
- Verbal update on AAC Communication Board
- Distribution of Emergency Communication Board samples
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
Council will receive a final report regarding the Single-tier Waste Management Service Delivery Review. The agenda also includes discussions on official plan amendments and requests for subdivision extensions. Additionally, several by-laws regarding road access and a new cell tower agreement are up for consideration.
- Presentation on the Single-tier Waste Management Service Delivery Review final report
- Official Plan Amendment 5 for Emmerson Lumber Ltd. in the Municipality of Dysart et al
- Extension request for Bark Lake subdivision draft plan approval
- By-law 4240 to authorize a site agreement with Rogers Telecommunications Inc. for a cell tower
- By-law 4238 to regulate and restrict access to the County Road System
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
Haliburton County Council will vote on adopting a new county access policy and approving a labour agreement with CUPE Local 1960. The council will also discuss closed-session items regarding personal employment matters, a potential land acquisition, and a proposed cell tower location on county property. These decisions cover operational rules, staff contracts, and infrastructure planning that directly impact local government services and public land use.
- Adoption of new County Access (Entrance) Policy PW-02
- By-law 4236 to authorize an agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 1960
- Closed session discussion on a potential cell tower location on county-owned property
- Delegation presentation by Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region
- Review of February 2024 payroll and cheque registers alongside IT status reports
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The board will discuss the 2024 budget and a year-end surplus transfer. The meeting also includes reviewing circulation statistics and the Librarian's Report.
- 2024 Budget discussion
- Year end surplus transfer discussion
- Librarian's Report review
- Circulation statistics review
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
The March 13 meeting includes reviews of official plan amendments for the Municipality of Dysart regarding residential units and a geothermal project. Council will also consider by-laws to establish the 2024 County budget, tax ratios, and property tax rates.
- Official Plan Amendment 3: Additional residential units policy updates for Dysart
- Official Plan Amendment 4: Casey's Water Well and Geothermal Inc. project
- By-law 4232: Adoption of the 2024 County budget
- By-law 4233: Establishment of 2024 tax ratios
- By-law 4234: Establishment of 2024 property tax rates
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee will consider applications for land division and easements. Items include a long-term lease for 1092 Bobwhite Lane and lot additions in Algonquin Highlands. The meeting also covers new right-of-way grants and utility easements.
- Long-term lease of shoreline road allowance at 1092 Bobwhite Lane
- Lot addition at 12484 Little Hawk to remedy septic bed encroachment
- Lot addition between two waterfront lots at 4011 Kawagama Lake Road
- New right-of-way over a private road for four properties in Dysart et al.
- Bell easement over an existing hydro corridor at 2156 Kushog Lake Road
Special Meeting of Council
The Council is reviewing a proposed 2024 budget update that includes a 6.17% tax rate increase. This draft proposes reducing the total levy by $318,154.65 through service adjustments. The meeting also includes a presentation on the updated Haliburton County Public Library budget.
- Proposed 2024 budget levy of $23,261,957.69 with a 6.17% tax rate increase
- Establishment of a 1% ($220,000) dedicated capital reserve levy
- Removal of the Food Cycler Program from the 2024 budget
- Reduction of the Haliburton County Public Library tax requisition to $1,314,801
- Elimination of a new EMS Supervisor position ($120,124 reduction)
Haliburton County Public Library Board Special Meeting
The Haliburton County Library Board is reviewing the Deputy CEO role and staffing model for information purposes. The meeting also includes a review of the proposed revised 2024 library budget.
- Review of Deputy CEO role and staffing model
- Proposed Revised 2024 Library Budget
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
The meeting includes reviews of the January 2024 payroll and cheque registers, along with the 2023 investment report. Council will also discuss economic development grant applications and 2023 paramedic response times. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential cell tower location on County property.
- Review of January 2024 payroll and cheque registers
- 2023 EMS response times report
- Rural Economic Development Fund and Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant applications
- Discussion regarding a potential cell tower location on County property
- 2022 Financial Indicator Review
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Board is reviewing the 2024 draft budget, which includes increased funding for wages, supplies, and equipment. Discussions also focus on preparations for the new library space at the Dorset Recreation Centre.
- Draft 2024 Library Budget including $63,000.00 for specific allocations
- RFP CTY-HCPL-2024-1 for Dorset branch furniture and furnishings
- Appointment of David O'Brien as Board Chair
- Appointment of Jennifer Dailloux as Board Vice Chair
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
Council is reviewing the draft 2024 operating budget and a budget approval request. The agenda also includes discussions on a road safety study for County Road 3 and updates regarding speed radar message boards.
- Draft 2024 County of Haliburton Operating Budget
- 2024 Budget Approval Request
- County Road 3 Road Safety Study
- County Speed Radar Message Board update
- Amendment to the County of Haliburton Speed Limit By-law No. 3392
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee is reviewing several applications for land division, including new rural residential lots in Dysart and a Bell easement in Minden Hills. The committee also previously deferred a shoreline lot application pending an investigation into road ownership.
- Severance of one new rural residential lot at 236 Harmony Road, Dysart
- New Bell easement at 1009 Taylor Road, Minden Hills
- Creation of one new rural residential lot at 1144 Bitter Lake Road, Dysart
- Deferral of shoreline lot application at 1192 Humphrey Road, Minden Hills due to road ownership investigation
Special Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Library Board is reviewing a revised draft of the 2024 budget and receiving information regarding current branch operating hours and staff positions. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss staff recruitment.
- Adoption of the Revised Draft 2024 Library Budget
- Review of HCPL hours of operation and staffing model
- Report on branch staff pay rates ranging from $24.84 to $30.07 per hour
- Closed session regarding staff recruitment
- Discussion of 2024 budget revenue including a requested tax levy increase of $22,500
Regular Council - 2nd Meeting of the Month
The Council will review the draft 2024 operating and capital budget summary report. The meeting also includes discussions on a proposed 2024 Tariff of Fees By-law and a borrowing by-law.
- Draft 2024 Operating & Capital Budget Summary Report
- Proposed 2024 Tariff of Fees By-law
- Borrowing By-law to meet current expenditures
- 2024 Insurance Renewal
- Results of the Short-Term Rental (STR) Monitoring and Compliance RFP
Haliburton County Public Library Board
The Library Board will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for the current term. The agenda also includes a review of the draft 2024 library budget and an update on auditing costs.
- Election of the Haliburton County Library Board Chair
- Election of the Haliburton County Library Board Vice Chair
- Review of the draft 2024 Library Budget
- Verbal update regarding auditing costs
- Review of December 2023 financial reports
Regular Council - 1st Meeting of Month
The January 10, 2024, meeting includes discussions on a revised social and housing services agreement with the City of Kawartha Lakes. Council will also consider by-laws for road widening on County Road 19 and the release of tenders for 2024 road projects.
- By-law to authorize land assumption for highway widening on County Road 19
- Approval to release tenders for 2024 Hot Mix and Surface Treatment Projects
- Revised Joint Social and Housing Services Agreement with the City of Kawartha Lakes
- Acquisition of road allowance on County Road 19 from Mrs. Johnston
- Short Term Rental Bylaw delegation
Land Division Committee
The Land Division Committee is reviewing applications for land division and leases. A proposal to create a new shoreline residential lot at 1192 Humphrey Road has been deferred pending investigation into whether Humphrey Road is municipally owned or private.
- Deferral of File No. H-050/23 (Gillespie) regarding 1192 Humphrey Road
- Application for long term lease of shoreline road allowance at 1177 Len Crawford Drive (File No. H-051/23)
- Proposed creation of a 2.97 hectare shoreline lot on Gull Lake
- $1,500.00 cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication required if approved for Gillespie application