Hastings Highlands public meetings in 2025
22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Meeting of Council
The council will adopt Bylaw 2025-067 Unopened Municipal Road Allowance Policy and set related user fees. It will waive procurement rules to allow an invitational RFP for engineering design and contract administration of the HH Road 62 rehabilitation. The council will approve changes to the Blue Box program, a three‑year waste‑collection agreement with Emterra Environmental, and the purchase of a 2‑dial post clock for the 25th anniversary.
- Adopt Bylaw 2025-067 Unopened Municipal Road Allowance Policy and direct staff to set user fees
- Waive procurement provisions for an invitational RFP for engineering design and contract administration services for HH Road 62 rehabilitation
- Approve Blue Box program changes and a three‑year agreement (2026‑2028) with Emterra Environmental for non‑eligible source pickup and hauling starting Jan 1 2026
- Execute a service contract with Halton Recycling Ltd. dba Emterra Environmental for collectible waste collection (2026‑2028)
- Approve purchase and installation of a 2‑dial post clock for the 2026 25th anniversary celebrations at the Hastings Highlands Centre
Committee of Adjustment
The Hastings Highlands Committee of Adjustment will adopt the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting, accept an OACA education session report as information only, and approve a minor variance (A-14-2025) allowing a detached garage at 2211 North Baptiste Lake Road. The committee also accepts the Comprehensive Site Plan Guidelines and the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Approve Minor Variance A-14-2025 for a detached garage at 2211 North Baptiste Lake Road
- Adopt minutes of the October 2, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Accept OACA "Navigating Planning Act Reforms" education session report (information only)
- Accept Comprehensive Site Plan Guidelines (information only)
- Approve the Committee of Adjustment meeting schedule for 2026
Special Meeting of Council
Council will review the 2026 Capital Budget report presented by Treasurer Tanya Dickinson. The agenda asks the Council to accept the report, provide direction or amendments, and either approve the $4,000,000 budget or refer it back for a second reading. The budget includes funding for road construction, bridge work, fire equipment, and community recreation projects.
- Total 2026 Capital Budget: $4,000,000
- Road Construction – HCB 50mm – Hwy 62 to Hwy 127 intersection: $215,000
- Road Construction – HCB 50mm – Welsh Road to East Road Loop: $350,000
- Fire Fleet Replacement – Pumper Truck (replace #391): $800,000
- Maynooth Rink Revitalization: $200,000
Regular Meeting of Council
The Hastings Highlands Council will adopt the October 15 minutes and approve several consent agenda items, including departmental reports. It will vote on proposed amendments to the Building Department User Fees and Services Charges Bylaw. The council will hold public hearings and pass four bylaws authorizing the permanent closing and conveyance of Shore Road allowances at 439 West Diamond Lake Road, 447 West Diamond Lake Road, and 141 O-AT-KA Road. A fifth bylaw will amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for 4350 Musclow‑Greenview Road.
- Proposed Amendments to Building Department Fees (Schedule D to User Fees and Services Charges Bylaw)
- Bylaw 2025-058 – permanent closing and conveyance of Shore Road allowance at 439 West Diamond Lake Road
- Bylaw 2025-060 – permanent closing and conveyance of Shore Road allowance at 447 West Diamond Lake Road
- Bylaw 2025-062 – permanent closing and conveyance of Shore Road allowance at 141 O-AT-KA Road
- Bylaw 2025-066 – amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for 4350 Musclow‑Greenview Road
Regular Meeting of Council
The council adopted the September 24, 2025 minutes and approved several consent agenda reports. It passed bylaws to accept land transfers for widening West Diamond Lake Road at 439 and 447 West Diamond Lake Road, amended the Committee of Adjustment terms, and approved the naming of former Siberia Road as Raspberry Drive. The council also approved the purchase of a new tanker truck for $152,123.26 and amended the 2025 Capital Budget to allow up to $200,000 for the tanker from the Reserve for Working Capital. Finally, it supported the Watersheds Canada funding application through the GCCC initiative.
- Bylaw 2025-059: land transfer for widening West Diamond Lake Road at 439 West Diamond Lake Road
- Bylaw 2025-061: land transfer for widening West Diamond Lake Road at 447 West Diamond Lake Road
- Bylaw 2025-063: amendment of Bylaw 2023-088 Terms of Reference for the Committee of Adjustment
- Road naming of former Siberia Road as Raspberry Drive and closure of former Siberia Road bridge
- Purchase of new tanker truck for $152,123.26 and budget amendment to allow up to $200,000
Committee of Adjustment
The Hastings Highlands Committee of Adjustment will hear a request to build a 3,510 sq. ft. garage that exceeds the height limit and is closer than allowed to a steep slope. The meeting will be live-streamed.
- Hear Minor Variance Application A-14-2025 for 2211 North Baptiste Lake Road
- Consider garage construction 20.6 ft. high, exceeding 4.5 m height limit
- Consider garage construction within 30 m of steep slope
- Accept Comprehensive Site Plan Guidelines for information
- Approve 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting schedule
Property Standards Committee
The Property Standards Committee will vote to appoint a new Chair and an Acting Chair, adopt the meeting minutes, and receive an introductory presentation on its roles, procedures, and legislative framework. The session also includes standard items on workplace respect and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures.
- Motion to appoint a Committee Chair (name to be filled in)
- Motion to appoint an Acting Committee Chair (name to be filled in)
- Adoption of meeting minutes (none to approve)
- Introduction to Property Standards Committee presentation by Dawn Bowers, Bylaw Enforcement Officer
- Review of workplace respect policy and conflict‑of‑interest disclosure requirements
Regular Meeting of Council
Hastings Highlands Council will conduct public hearings regarding several proposed zoning amendments and a road allowance closing. The body will also hear a delegation from the Hastings Highlands Interlake Group concerning boat launches.
- Bylaw 2025-051: Remove Holding provision for 377 North Baptiste Lake Road
- Bylaw 2025-052: Rezone Part of Lot 7, Concession 1 (Glory Road) to Special Waterfront Residential (WR-142)
- Bylaw 2025-056: Amend zoning for Purdy Cemetery, St. Paul's Cemetery, Maynooth Rink, and Birds Creek Park
- Bylaw 2025-054: Permanently close and convey Shore Road Allowance in front of 2218 'C' Papineau Lake Road
- Delegation from Hastings Highlands Interlake Group regarding boat launches
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications for property located at 115 Rangers Road. These include a request for a minor variance to build a garage and septic system on a steep slope, and a permission application to replace an existing dwelling.
- Minor Variance A-12-2025: Request to build a 9m x 9m 2.5-car detached garage and septic system on a steep slope at 115 Rangers Road
- Permission Application A-13-2025: Request to replace a dwelling at 115 Rangers Road with a new home as close as 20.3 metres to Baptiste Lake
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider three permission applications for residential construction near waterbodies. The body will decide if these projects can bypass standard setback and vegetative buffer requirements.
- A-2-2025: Request to build a sunroom, mudroom, and porches at 697 Baptiste Shore North
- A-10-2025: Request to replace a 1-storey dwelling with a 2-storey dwelling at 227 West Diamond Lake Road
- A-11-2025: Request to replace two dwellings with one new dwelling at 60 Irwin Lane
Regular Meeting of Council
Hastings Highlands Council will review the 2024 audited financial statements and several quarterly departmental reports. The body is deciding on a new road naming policy and the appointment of a Deputy Chief Building Official.
- Approval of up to $200,000 from the Reserve for Working Capital for South Baptiste Culvert Rehabilitation
- Bylaw 2025-042 Road Naming Policy including a $2,000.00 application fee
- Bylaw 2025-047 for the appointment of a Deputy Chief Building Official
- Approval of 2024 Audited Financial Statements by Baker Tilly KDN LLP
- Review of 2nd Quarter 2025 reports for Treasury, Bylaw Enforcement, Fire, and Community Facilities
Committee of Adjustment
The Hastings Highlands Committee of Adjustment will adopt the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a Minor Variance Application (A-9-2025) for 38 B Baileys Road East near Papineau Lake and a Permission Application (A-10-2025) for 227 West Diamond Lake Road near Diamond Lake. After discussion and public comments, the Committee will vote to approve, condition, postpone, or deny each application before adjourning.
- Adopt minutes of the June 5, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Minor Variance Application A-9-2025: 38 B Baileys Road East – request to replace a dwelling within 13 m of Papineau Lake and 3 m of side lot lines
- Permission Application A-10-2025: 227 West Diamond Lake Road – request to replace a dwelling within 12.17 m of Diamond Lake and 1.38 m of side lot line
- Public hearing procedures allowing up to ten minutes for applicants and five minutes for public comments
- Adjournment scheduled for September 11, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
Regular Meeting of Council
The Hastings Highlands Council will approve Bylaw 2025‑045 to establish and regulate a municipal fire department. It will also pass Bylaws 2025‑043 and 2025‑044 delegating authority for tax‑relief and taxation‑adjustment applications. Additional actions include adopting the 2025 Asset Management Plan, awarding a real‑estate brokerage contract, and approving a preliminary road development plan for Jerkovic Road.
- Award RFP HH‑2025‑03 to REVA Realty Inc. for real‑estate brokerage services (commission 4% + HST)
- Adopt Bylaw 2025‑045 to establish and regulate a fire department
- Pass Bylaw 2025‑043 delegating tax‑relief application authority to the Assessment Review Board
- Pass Bylaw 2025‑044 delegating taxation‑adjustment authority to the Treasurer
- Approve Preliminary Reference Plan for Jerkovic Road Development Agreement
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications for residential additions and decks that require relief from setback and waterbody distance requirements. The body will also vote to change the date of its September meeting to September 11, 2025.
- Permission Application A-7-2025: Addition and decks at 139D Pine Ridge Lane, Bangor
- Minor Variance Application A-8-2025: Addition and decks at 141 Marina Road, Herschel
- Proposed change of September meeting date to September 11, 2025
Regular Meeting of Council
Council approved the municipal budget estimates for 2025 and adopted the corresponding tax rates. The council also awarded a tender up to $100,000 to Birds Creek Developing Inc. for the supply and installation of five dry hydrants. Additional actions included passing a road‑transfer bylaw for New Carlow Road, approving a Deputy Chief Building Official position, and directing staff to develop a Road Naming Policy.
- Award Tender HH-2025-04 to Birds Creek Developing Inc. for up to $100,000 for 5 dry hydrants
- Pass Bylaw 2025-036 to establish 2025 municipal budget estimates
- Pass Bylaw 2025-037 to adopt 2025 tax rates and related penalties
- Pass Bylaw 2025-039 to transfer land from Patsy Pilgrim and Robert Kuno for widening New Carlow Road
- Approve the Deputy Chief Building Official position in the municipal organization
Regular Meeting of Council
Hastings Highlands Council will conduct public hearings regarding zoning changes for properties on McGarry Road and Soble Road. The body will also consider a bylaw to designate a section of South Baptiste Lake Road as a Community Safety Zone.
- Bylaw 2025-023: Zoning change for 190 McGarry Road to Special Rural Residential (RR-141)
- Bylaw 2025-024: Zoning change for 184 McGarry Road to Rural Residential (RR)
- Bylaw 2025-025: Zoning change for 137 Soble Road from Mineral Extractive (MX) to Marginal Agriculture (MA)
- Bylaw 2025-033: Rehabilitation of a legacy pit west of Hastings Road via the TOARC MAAP Program
- Bylaw 2025-030: Designating South Baptiste Lake Road from Highway 62 to John Street as a Community Safety Zone
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide on Permission Application A-6-2025 submitted by Joan Phillips for Scott and Jill Kapuscinski. The application seeks relief from front and rear yard setback requirements to allow a new 1,491 sq ft dwelling with an attached covered deck, uncovered deck and cantilevered balcony at 22 Harriets Point Road. The proposal is evaluated for compliance with the Provincial Planning Statement’s 30‑metre natural vegetative buffer from the high water mark of Papineau Lake.
- Permission Application A-6-2025 for 22 Harriets Point Road
- Relief from front yard setback (20 m) and rear yard setback (30 m)
- Proposed attached covered entry deck with stairs
- Proposed attached uncovered deck with stairs
- Proposed cantilevered balcony attached to dwelling
Regular Meeting of Council
The council approved two construction tenders, awarding a $1,398,654.68 hot‑mix pavement contract to Bonnechere Excavating Inc. and a up‑to‑$260,000 granular supply contract to J&P Leveque Bros. Haulage Limited. It passed Bylaw 2025‑019 to amend the zoning at 377 North Baptiste Lake Road to a Special Rural Residential‑140‑Holding designation. The council also granted a road‑allowance exemption to Inga Jerkovic and tentatively approved the transfer of part of New Carlow Road to the municipality.
- Tender HH‑2025‑01: Bonnechere Excavating Inc. awarded hot‑mix pavement contract for $1,398,654.68
- Tender HH‑2025‑02: J&P Leveque Bros. Haulage Limited awarded granular supply contract up to $260,000
- Bylaw 2025‑019: Amend zoning for 377 North Baptiste Lake Road to Special Rural Residential‑140‑Holding
- Exemption granted to Inga Jerkovic for improvement of unopened municipal road allowance between Lots 15‑16, Concession 10, with $2 million liability insurance requirement
- Tentative approval of road transfer of part of New Carlow Road from Kuno and Pilgrim to the municipality
Special Meeting of Council
Council is reviewing the first reading of the 2025 Draft Operating Budget. The body will determine if amendments are needed and direct staff to solicit public feedback via the 'Have Your Say Hastings Highlands' webpage.
- 2025 Draft Operating Budget first reading proposal: $13,556,625.00
- Proposed 4.75% municipal tax levy increase
- PSAB Reporting Requirement under Ontario Regulation 284/09 regarding landfill and employee benefits
Regular Meeting of Council
The council approved Bylaw 2025-011 to change 356 Old Welsh Road from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential. It also passed Bylaw 2025-015 to rezone part of 115 Rangers Road to a Special Waterfront Residential zone. The council adopted Bylaw 2025-018 to transfer part of Kamaniskeg Lake Road to the municipality and Bylaw 2025-010 to establish a Road Transfer Policy. Additional items included a $6,141.87 tax write‑off and approval of a volunteer firefighter honorarium policy.
- Bylaw 2025-011: Amend Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for 356 Old Welsh Road (MA → RR)
- Bylaw 2025-015: Amend Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for 115 Rangers Road (WR → Special WR‑139)
- Bylaw 2025-018: Transfer part of Kamaniskeg Lake Road to the municipality
- Bylaw 2025-010: Adopt a Road Transfer Policy for Hastings Highlands
- Tax write‑off of $6,141.87 under Section 354 of the Municipal Act
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hear and decide on three minor variance applications: A-1-2025 for a garage at 1879 Mink Lake Road, A-3-2025 for a garage at 254 Sheldon Lane, and A-4-2025 for a dwelling with deck and shed at 484 McAlpine Road. The meeting also includes adoption of the December 12, 2024 minutes and procedural items before adjourning to the next meeting on March 6, 2025.
- Adopt minutes from the December 12, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Minor variance A-1-2025: 780 sf garage, 5 m height, 30 ft from Mink Lake high‑water mark at 1879 Mink Lake Road
- Minor variance A-3-2025: 896 sf garage, 19 ft 10 in height, 28 ft 10 in from Sheldon Lane at 254 Sheldon Lane
- Minor variance A-4-2025: dwelling with attached deck 17.72 m front setback and 8 ft × 6 ft shed 2.33 m side yard at 484 McAlpine Road
- Adjournment with next meeting scheduled for March 6, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
Regular Meeting of Council
The Hastings Highlands Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, approve a consent agenda of routine department reports, and hold public hearings on several bylaws. Council will pass Bylaw 2025-005 to permanently close the Original Shore Road allowance in front of 1272 'B' Kamaniskeg Lake Road and authorize the sale of surplus land. Additional bylaws will amend the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw for properties on Ponacka Road, declare surplus land on Lot 9, and create a site‑plan control area. A draft Road Transfer Policy will receive a first reading.
- Bylaw 2025-005 – permanent closing of Original Shore Road allowance (1272 'B' Kamaniskeg Lake Road) and sale of surplus parts
- Bylaw 2025-006 – amend Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2004-035 for 248 and 252 Ponacka Road (LSR‑106 zone)
- Bylaw 2025-007 – amend Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2004-035 for 264 Ponacka Road (LSR‑72 zone)
- Bylaw 2025-009 – declare part of Lot 9, Concession 11 (HSR‑134) surplus to municipal needs
- Bylaw 2025-012 – designate a site‑plan control area within the municipality