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Lanark County   Ontario average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population75,760
Median household income$88,000
Median home value$452,000
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Wed Jun 24, 2026

Economic Development

Council to adopt new Planning Department user fee schedule and related bylaw

The Economic Development Committee will consider endorsing the Regional Economic Development Through Immigration (REDI) initiative, approve Official Plan Amendment No. 18 for aggregate resources, adopt a new Planning Department user fee schedule with a transition period and fee‑reduction authority, and grant draft approval to the Matheson & Rosedale Subdivision plan in Montague. Additional communications on updates to the Aggregates Resource Act, federal forestry support, and the Protecting Ontario’s Streets and Communities Act will be received as information.

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AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Immediately Following the Public Works Committee Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Jeffrey Carroll, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6 - 11 May 27, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Economic Development Committee held on May 27, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 12 i) Updates to Certain Operational Policies Under the Aggregates Resource Act Ministry of Natural Resources 13 ii) Federal Support for the Forestry Sector Federation of Canadian Municipalities Page 1 of 169 Page 14 iii) Protecting Ontario's Streets and Communities Act (Planning Act Changes) Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing 15 - 21 iv) Alto High Speed Rail Resolutions Various Municipalities Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the June Economic Development Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 22 - 31 i) ED-01-2026 Regional Economic Development Through Immigration (REDI) Initiative 2026 Adam Amza, Program Coordinator, Lanark & Renfrew Immigration Settlement Se [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 24, 2026

Public Works

Committee to weigh $267K fleet replacement, user fee update

The Public Works Committee will consider three main items: adopting an updated user fee schedule for cost recovery, authorizing the purchase of five vehicles for $267,000 plus HST, and declaring surplus lands on Rainbow Valley Drive. A communication from Halton Hills regarding invasive plant rules will also be received as information.

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AGENDA PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Immediately Following the County Council Meeting Council Chambers, Lanark County Administration Building Councillor Steve Fournier, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 8 May 27, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Public Works Committee meeting held on May 27, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 9 - 12 i) Modernizing Ontario's Invasive Plants Rules to Protect Taxpayers, Municipal Lands, Agriculture, Natural Heritage and Local Gardens Town of Halton Hills Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the June Public Works Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS Page 1 of 35 Page 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 13 - 16 i) PW-15-2026 Public Works User Fees Review Sean Derouin, Director of Public Works Suggested Motion: THAT, Council adopt the Public Works Department User Fee Schedule; AND THAT, the Clerk be directed to bring forward further user fees and charges updates at the August Corporate Services Meeting, with a planned bylaw effective date of January 1, 2027. 17 - 32 ii) PW-16-2026 Enterprise Fleet Replacement Plan [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 24, 2026

County Council

Council to allocate $2.496M for homelessness prevention programs

County Council will vote on the 2026-27 Homelessness Prevention Program Investment Plan, allocating $2,496,000 in provincial funding across emergency shelter, supportive housing, outreach, and housing assistance. The agenda also includes approval of the 2025 audited financial statements and a by-law for a Medical Tiered Response Program Agreement. Other items include appointments to the Business Retention and Expansion Core Working Group and routine approvals of committee reports and minutes.

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COUNTY OF LANARK LANARK COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CHRISTIE LAKE ROAD, PERTH, ON AGENDA LANARK COUNTY COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 5:00 P.M. MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. NOTICE OF LIVESTREAMING 3. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 4. O'CANADA 5. MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION 6. ROLL CALL 7. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 8. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES 5 - 8 June 10, 2026 Suggested Motion by Councillor Matheson: THAT, the minutes of the Lanark County Council Meeting held on June 10, 2026 be approved as circulated. 9 - 10 i) June 17th, 2026 Suggested Motion by Councillor Carroll: THAT, the minutes of the Special Lanark County Council Meeting held on June 17, 2026 be approved as circulated. 9. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Page 1 of 139 Page Suggested Motion by Councillor Tennant: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 10. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 11. PRESENTATIONS i) Development Asset Builders Award Sharon Halladay, Lanark County Child and Youth Services Collaborative 11 - 105 ii) 2025 Audited Financial Statements Presentation Lori Huber, KPMG LLC Suggested Motion by Councillor Fournier: THAT, County Council approve the 2025 Financial Statements as presented; AND THAT, County Council appoint KPMG LLC to complete the 2026 Lanark County audit. 12. COMMUNICATIONS 13. REPORTS 106 - 110 i) C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 24, 2026

Special County Council

Council to vote on closing and selling part of former County Road 43

Lanark County Council will consider adopting committee reports from Economic Development and Public Works, and vote on a by-law to stop up, close, and sell a portion of former County Road 43 in Montague Township. A confirming by-law is also scheduled for passage.

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COUNTY OF LANARK LANARK COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CHRISTIE LAKE ROAD, PERTH, ON SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA LANARK COUNTY COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. NOTICE OF LIVESTREAMING 3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion by Councillor Dowdall: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. PRESENTATIONS 7. COMMUNICATIONS 8. REPORTS i) Economic Development: June 24, 2026 (To be projected at the meeting) Chair, Councillor Jeff Carroll Suggested Motion by Councillor Carroll: THAT, the June Report of the Economic Development Committee of the Whole be adopted as presented. ii) Public Works: June 24, 2026 (To be projected at the meeting) Chair, Councillor Steve Fournier Page 1 of 7 Page Suggested Motion by Councillor Fournier: THAT, the June Report of the Public Works Committee of the Whole be adopted as presented. 9. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS None 10. BY-LAWS AND MOTIONS 3 - 6 i) By-law No. 2026-18: Stop Up, Close and Sell a Portion of Former County Road 43 Suggested Motion by Councillor Rainer: THAT, County Council has given the following By-Law a first, second and third reading, passed and signed by the Warden and Clerk:  By-law No. 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 24, 2026

Natural Heritage System Working Group

Visioning workshop summary and communications plan for Natural Heritage System Strategy presented

The Working Group will receive a presentation on the summary of input from the May 27 visioning workshop and discuss the communications plan for the Natural Heritage System Strategy. The group will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and adopt the agenda. An Early Engagement Tool for community input will go online from June 29 to July 31.

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NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP AGENDA Wednesday, June 24, 2026 2:00 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 - 4 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Natural Heritage Working Group meeting held on May 27th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 5 - 22 i) Visioning Workshop Summary and Communications Plan Elizabeth Boldt, Climate and Environmental Coordinator 6. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 7. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 22 Natural Heritage System Working Group - 27 May 2026 Minutes MINUTES MAY 27th MEETING NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP The Natural Heritage System Working Group met on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Lanark County Administration Building, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario Members Present: Agriculture (OFA, Lanark Federation of Agriculture) - Andrea McCoy-Naperstkow, Lorne Hudson Terrestrial Biology/Naturalists (Mississippi Valley Fields Naturalist Club) - Paul Frigon Conservation and Land Trusts (Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust) - Steve Blight Forestry (Lanark County Forestry Working Group) - Brian Anderson Community/Public (Climate Network Lanark) - Doreen Donald Steve Fournier, Counc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026

Special County Council

Council to consider Development Charges Reduction Program

The special meeting agenda includes a report on the Development Charges Reduction Program presented by CAO Kurt Greaves. Council will discuss and potentially decide on the program. The meeting also includes a confirming by-law for proceedings.

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COUNTY OF LANARK LANARK COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING CHRISTIE LAKE ROAD, PERTH, ON SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA LANARK COUNTY COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026 5:00 P.M. MEETING WILL BE LIVESTREAMED Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. REPORTS i) Development Charges Reduction Program Kurt Greaves, Chief Administrative Officer Suggested Motion by Councillor King: To be determined by Council. 4. CONFIRM COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS 2 i) By-law No. 2026-20: Confirming By-Law Suggested Motion by Councillor Fournier: THAT, By-law 2026-20, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the special Council meeting held on June 17, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and passed and signed by the Warden and Clerk. 5. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 2 THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF LANARK BYLAW NO. 2026-20 A BYLAW TO CONFIRM THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF LANARK AT ITS SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON THE 17TH DAY OF JUNE 2026 WHEREAS, by Section 5 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, the powers of a municipal corporation are to be exercised by its Council; AND WHEREAS, Subsection 2 of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, the powers of every Council are to be exercised by bylaw; AND WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 10, 2026

Corporate Services

Corporate Services Committee to recommend Rescue Services Review Option 1 for 2027 budget

The committee will recommend that Council proceed with Option 1 from the Rescue Services Review follow-up and include its costs in the 2027 budget. It will also consider a Medical Tiered Response Program agreement and receive updates on development charges, along with several communications on provincial issues such as emergency room reform and OPP billing.

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AGENDA CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Immediately following the Community Services Committee Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Toby Randell, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5 - 10 May 13, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Corporate Services Committee held on May 13, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 11 - 15 i) Support of Finlay's Law on Emergency Room Reform Township of Puslinch 16 - 21 ii) A Call to Return to Property Tax Reassessment Cycle Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus, Township of North Glengarry Page 1 of 113 Page 22 - 25 iii) Review of the OPP Municipal Police Billing Model Various Municipalities 26 - 32 iv) Municipal Leaders Bring Unified Voice to Queen's Park Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus 33 - 34 v) Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act Annual Compliance Results Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response 35 - 39 vi) Changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Various Municipalities Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the May Corporate Services Committee meeting be received as [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 10, 2026

Community Services

County to allocate $4.4M for child care expansion in Mississippi Mills and Carleton Place

The Community Services Committee will decide on major child care expansion funding: up to $3,293,137 for Mississippi Mills (78 new spaces) and $1,058,255 combined for Carleton Place (48 child care spaces plus kindergarten and school-age spaces). The committee will also consider creating a Youth Recreation Program funded by Warden’s Golf Tournament revenue with a possible County match up to $50,000, and authorize a fleet management agreement for the Lanark County Housing Corporation. A report on 2025 housing and homelessness will be received for information.

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AGENDA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Immediately following the County Council Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Rickey Minnille, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 9 May 13, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on May 13, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 10 - 12 i) SS-07-2026 Warden's Golf Tournament Revenue - Youth Recreation Program Emily Hollington, Director of Social Services Suggested Motion: Page 1 of 44 Page THAT, Council authorize proceeding with Option ____. 13 - 16 ii) SS-08-2026 Funding for 2026 Child Care Expansion Projects Emily Hollington, Director of Social Services Suggested Motion: THAT, the additional Canada-Ontario Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund allocation of up to $3,293,137 be provided to the Municipality of Mississippi Mills to support the creation of 78 additional CWELCC child care spaces at its new centre; AND THAT, staff be authorized to enter into a revised service agreement with the Municipality of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 27, 2026

Public Works

Committee to consider Enterprise Fleet Management contract

The Public Works Committee will discuss three reports: a road closure bylaw for a surplus lot at Highway 43/Rainbow Valley Drive, an agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management Inc. for an umbrella fleet services contract, and a staff direction to apply for FCM's Climate Ready Plans program. Communications include a joint federal minister request regarding the Andrewsville Bridge and a call for provincial action on threats to municipal public works workers.

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AGENDA PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Immediately Following the County Council Meeting Council Chambers, Lanark County Administration Building Councillor Steve Fournier, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 8 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Public Works Committee meeting held on March 25, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 9 - 10 i) Andrewsville Bridge - Joint Federal Minister Request United Counties of Leeds and Grenville 11 - 14 ii) Municipal Public Works Workers Facing Escalating Threats on the Job - AORS Calls for Provincial Action Association of Ontario Road Supervisors (AORS) Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the May Public Works Committee meeting be received as information. Page 1 of 56 Page 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 15 - 18 i) PW-10-2026 Sale of Surplus Lot - Highway 43/Rainbow Valley Drive Cindy Deachman, Public Works Business Manager Suggested Motion: THAT, Council pass a by-law to close that portion of County Road 43 road allowance which has been declared surplus and is currently listed for sale. 19 - 45 ii) PW-11-2026 Enterprise Fleet Ma [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 27, 2026

Striking Committee

Approve BR+E Working Group terms and appoint Rideau and Forestry reps

The Striking Committee will vote to approve the Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) Core Working Group and Community Leaders Group Terms of Reference. It will also appoint a councillor as the Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy Representative and two individuals as Forestry Representatives to the Natural Heritage System Working Group. The meeting includes routine approval of the April 22 minutes.

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AGENDA STRIKING COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 27, 2026 3:30 p.m. Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Brian Dowdall, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST None at this time. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3 - 5 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Striking Committee meeting held on April 22nd, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA i) May 27th, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. COMMUNICATIONS 6. REPORTS 6 - 14 i) Business Retention and Expansion Project Groups Jasmin Ralph, Clerk Suggested Motion: THAT, the BR+E Project Groups - BR+E Core Working Group and BR+E Community Leaders Terms of Reference be approved. 15 - 28 ii) Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy Appointment Page 1 of 28 Page Jasmin Ralph, Clerk THAT, Councillor XXXX be appointed as the Rideau Corridor Landscape Strategy Representative. iii) Natural Heritage Working Group - Forestry Representative Jasmin Ralph, Clerk Suggested Motion: THAT, Brian Anderson and Martin Streit are appointed as Forestry Representatives to the Natural Heritage System Working Group. 7. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 8. NEXT MEETING At the call of the Chair. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at p.m. on a motion from Councillors Page 2 of 28 Striking Committee - 22 Apr 2026 Minutes MINUTES APRIL MEETING O [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 27, 2026

Natural Heritage System Working Group

Natural Heritage Working Group holds visioning workshop to guide strategy

The Lanark County Natural Heritage System Working Group will conduct a Visioning Workshop presented by North South Environmental Consultants. The workshop includes a presentation, breakout group discussions, and a report‑back to gather community input that will inform the Natural Heritage System Strategy. Procedural items include approval of February 4, 2026 minutes and adoption of the agenda.

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NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP AGENDA Wednesday, May 27, 2026 2:00 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 - 4 April 16th, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Natural Heritage Working Group meeting held on April 15th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 5 - 21 i) NHS Visioning Process North South Environmental Consultants 6. VERBAL REPORTS 7. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 8. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 21 Natural Heritage System Working Group - 15 Apr 2026 Minutes MINUTES APRIL MEETING OF 2026 NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP The Natural Heritage System Working Group met on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM at the Lanark County Administration Building, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario Members Present: Agriculture (OFA, Lanark Federation of Agriculture) - Lorne Hudson Terrestrial Biology/Naturalists (Mississippi Valley Fields Naturalist Club) - Paul Frigon Conservation and Land Trusts (Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust) - Steve Blight Recreation/Trails (Lanark County Trails Committee Representative) - Peter Osborne Community/Public (Climate Network Lanark) - Doreen Donald Staff/Others Present: K. Gre [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 27, 2026

Economic Development

Committee recommends one-year trail rider pilot on Tay Havelock Trail

The Economic Development Committee will consider approving two Mississippi Mills Official Plan amendments and recommend a one-year pilot project allowing Ontario Federation of Trail Riders members on the Tay Havelock Trail. A report introducing a Business Retention and Expansion program and a communication about Centre for Workforce Development expansion are also on the agenda.

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AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Immediately Following the Public Works Committee Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Jeffrey Carroll, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 10 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Economic Development Committee held on April 22, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 11 - 14 i) Centre for Workforce Development Selected to Expand Services to Renfrew and Lanark Counties Centre for Workforce Development 15 - 29 ii) Alto Resolutions Various Municipalities Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the May Economic Page 1 of 86 Page Development Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 30 - 39 i) BRE-01-2026 Business Retention and Expansion Introduction Tim Woods, Lanark County Business Retention and Expansion Coordinator Suggested Motion: THAT, Report BRE-01-2026 Business Retention and Expansion Introduction be received for information. 40 - 53 ii) PD-10-2026 Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendments No. 35 - Enabling CPPS, Lanark County File No. 2604- OP-M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 13, 2026

Government Relations Working Group

Discussing provincial delegation topics for AMO conference

The Government Relations Working Group is discussing and selecting proposed delegation topics for the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference. Four proposals are under consideration, each requesting additional provincial funding or support on issues including long-term care complex needs, court security costs, alternative levels of care beds, and secondary triage for paramedic calls. No decisions have been made at this meeting; it is a discussion item.

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AGENDA GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP Wednesday, May 13, 2026 3:30 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor B. King, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Government Relations Working Group meeting held on April 22nd, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 2 - 6 i) 2026 AMO Delegation Proposals Jasmin Ralph, Clerk ii) AMO Conference - Hospitality Suite Update 6. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 6 1 2026 Government Relations Working Group Proposed 2026 AMO Delegation Topics Jasmin Ralph, Clerk May 13th, 2026 AGENDA ITEM #5i) 2026 AMO Delegation Proposals Jasmin Ralph, ClerkPage 2 of 6 2 Ministry of Long-T erm Care Request: Additional Funding for Complex Care Needs Reasoning: Residents at Lanark Lodge have increasingly complex care needs, on occasion requiring support and services beyond what can be provided through traditional care teams. Unfortunately, these complex care needs are contributing to increased WSIB claims and short and long term leaves taken by staff. We are requesting additional funding and support to assist residents that have complex care needs, specifically behavioural support staffing. This funding can be for LTCH or for specialized locat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 13, 2026

Community Services

Committee to approve $1.15M in housing funding for 2026-27

The Community Services Committee will consider approving the 2026-27 Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative and Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative investment plan, allocating $915,400 for housing new construction and $238,500 for rental assistance and rehabilitation. The committee will also discuss updates to the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care expansion plan, a service agreement for child care funding, and a homelessness update. These items are scheduled for the May 13, 2026 meeting immediately following County Council.

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AGENDA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Immediately following the County Council Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Rickey Minnille, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 9 April 8, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on April 8, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10 - 11 i) LL-07-2026 Ministry of Long-Term Care (MLTC) Public Inspection Report Dated April 15, 2026 Shawna Stone, Director of Long-Term Care Suggested Motion: THAT, the recommendations contained in the following Consent Reports for the May Community Services Page 1 of 46 Page Committee meeting be approved:  LL-07-2026 Ministry of Long-Term Care Public Inspection Report dated April 15, 2026. 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 12 - 15 i) SS-03-2026 Community Housing Renewal Strategy (COCHI/OPHI) 2026-27 Investment Plan Kaitlyn Murray, Housing Services Manager Suggested Motion: THAT, the Canada-Ontario Community Housing Initiative (COCHI) funding of $915,400 and the Ontario Priorities Housing Initiative (OPHI) funding of $238,500 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 13, 2026

Corporate Services

Committee to consider development charges amending by-law

The Corporate Services Committee will discuss and vote on recommendations to Council, including approval of a Development Charges Amending By-law, a Cross Border Billing Agreement with Renfrew County, and a one-year pilot project for low-acuity patient transfers. The committee will also receive informational reports on council compensation, asset management plan updates, budget impacts, and communications on provincial legislation.

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AGENDA CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Immediately following the Community Services Committee Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Toby Randell, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 10 April 8, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Corporate Services Committee held on April 8, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 11 - 13 i) Strengthening Municipal Accountability and Public Trust (Bill 9) City of Sarnia, Municipality of Tweed 14 - 17 ii) Request for Provincial School Board Governance Consultation Process City of Pickering Page 1 of 48 Page Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the May Corporate Services Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS 18 - 20 i) C-05-2026 - 2026 Council Compensation Comparison Jasmin Ralph, Clerk 21 - 26 ii) FIN-03-2026 Asset Management Plan Annual Update Kevin Wills, Treasurer 27 - 30 iii) FIN-04-2026 Budget Impacts Per Ontario Regulation 284/09 Kevin Wills, Treasurer THAT, the recommendations contained in the following Consent Reports for the May Corporate Services Committee meeting be app [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

Land Division

Public hearing for three land division applications

The Land Division Committee will hold a public hearing for three new consent applications: a new lot on Bolingbroke Road in Tay Valley Township, a lot addition on Drummond Concession 2 in Drummond/North Elmsley, and a lot addition on Avenue 4A in Beckwith Township. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from its December 9, 2025 meeting. All decisions are subject to conditions outlined in staff reports.

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AGENDA LAND DIVISION COMMITTEE Tuesday, May 12, 2026 10:00 a.m. Regular Meeting Administration Building and via Zoom 99 Christie Lake Rd. Perth, ON Membership: Chair Doug James, Jim McIntosh, and Steven Lewis Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3 - 7 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Land Division Committee meeting held on December 9, 2025, be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS 6. NEW APPLICATIONS The Land Division Committee reviewed the reports for the following new applications to be considered at the 10:00 a.m. public hearing. 8 - 46 6.1 B26/004 David Deacon New Lot Part Lot 10 Concession 3 in the geographic Township of South Sherbrooke Tay Valley Township Bolingbroke Road Page 1 of 130 Page 47 - 85 6.2 B26/006 Donald Joseph Hogan and Shirley Elizabeth Hogan Lot Addition Part Lot 6 Concession 1 in the geographic Township of Drummond Township of Drummond/North Elmsley Drummond Concession 2 86 - 130 6.3 B24/033 Jack Reginald Kevin Helmer and Valerie Lynn Spence Lot Addition Part Lot 6 Concession 9 Township of Beckwith Avenue 4A 7. DEFERRED APPLICATIONS 8. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS 9. COMMUNICATIONS/OTHER BUSINESS 10. PROVISIONAL CONSENT GRANTED 11. PROVISIONAL CONSENT DEFERRED 12. PROVISIONAL CONSENT DENIED 13. UPCO [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

Climate Action Working Group

Group discusses petition to ban lead fishing tackle in Ontario

The Climate Action Working Group will receive a communication from the Get the Lead Out campaign, which requests a council resolution endorsing a petition to ban lead fishing tackle under 50g/6.5cm. Members will also discuss a Climate Action Update and a Climate Adaptation Plan presented by staff.

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AGENDA CLIMATE ACTION WORKING GROUP Tuesday, May 12, 2026 10:00 AM Lanark County Administration Building DNE Room Councillor Toby Randell, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Suggested Motion: THAT, the December 11th, 2025 minutes of the Climate Action Working Group be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COMMITTEE 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 3 - 8 i) Get the Lead Out Campaign Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the May Climate Action Working Group meeting be received as information. 9. DISCUSSION REPORTS 9 - 16 i) Climate Action Update Elizabeth Boldt, Climate Environmental Program Coordinator Page 1 of 25 Page 17 - 25 ii) Climate Adaptation Plan Elizabeth Boldt, Climate Environmental Program Coordinator 10. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 11. ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 25 Together Let’s Get The Lead Out 1 | P a g e April 8, 2026 Lanark County 99 Christie Lake Road Perth, OntarioK7H 3C6 Dear Warden and Reeve Richard Kidd and Council Members Canada’s lakes and waterways are among our most treasured natural spaces. They are places where families gather, wildlife thrives, and traditions such as fishing are passed from one generation to the next. Yet ben [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee

Lanark County trails sub-committee considers OFTR trail agreement

The Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee will review a staff report on a potential user agreement with the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR). Staff recommend taking no action at this time and revisiting the proposal in 2027 when the K&P Trail transfers to county management. The meeting will also cover spring and summer maintenance plans for the Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail, Conboy Trail, and Tay Havelock Trail, along with updates on tourism promotions and high-speed rail impacts.

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AGENDA LANARK COUNTY MUNICIPAL TRAILS SUB-COMMITTEE Monday, May 4, 2026 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers President, , Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3 - 8 March 6, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Lanark County Municipal Trails Sub-Committee meeting held on March 6, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as amended. 5. DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS i) Trail Expansion Possibilities Between the K&P and OVRT Jon Wilson, President and Trails Master, Ottaway Valley ATV Club 6. COMMUNICATIONS 7. REPORTS 9 - 11 i) Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR) Kurt Greaves, CAO Suggested Motion: Page 1 of 11 Page THAT, the Trails Committee take no action in regards to an agreement with the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR) at this time. ii) K&P Trail Update Kurt Greaves, CAO iii) OVRT & Conboy Trail Update Jonathan Allen, Facilities Coordinator iv) Silver Chain Challenge Vanessa Dow, Tourism and Corporate Communications Coordinator v) Tourism Update Vanessa Dow, Tourism and Corporate Communications Coordinator vi) ATV Update Brian Stewart, User Representative vii) Snowmobile Update Graham Patterson and Chris Angell, User Representatives Suggested Motion: THAT, the verbal results be received for information. 8. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 22, 2026

Economic Development

Committee discusses Official Plan Amendment No. 17 and Lanark Community Forest

The Economic Development Committee will review an Official Plan Amendment regarding growth management and receive a presentation on the Lanark Community Forest. The meeting also includes updates on various sub-committees and a confidential discussion regarding the K&P Trail.

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AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Immediately Following Council Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Jeffrey Carroll, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5 - 10 March 25, 2026 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Economic Development Committee held on March 25, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 11 - 39 i) Lanark Community Forest Brian Anderson, Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority and Martin Streit, Upper Canada Forestry Service Suggested Motion: THAT, the Lanark Community Forest presentation be received for information. 8. COMMUNICATIONS Page 1 of 105 Page 40 - 42 i) Media Release Winter/Spring Starter Company Plus Grant Recipients Small Business Advisory Centre 43 - 44 ii) Support for Bill 21, Protect Our Food Act, 2025 Township of Southgate Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the April Economic Development Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS 45 - 59 i) PD-11-2026 Quarterly Planning Department Statistics and File Status Report Koren Lam, Senior Planner Suggested Motion: THAT, the recommendations contained in the f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 22, 2026

Government Relations Working Group

Working Group to approve draft motion on ALTO High-Speed Rail consultation priorities

The Government Relations Working Group will consider and likely approve a draft motion and consultation priorities list for the ALTO High-Speed Rail project. The motion establishes guiding principles and a list of 27 specific priorities covering roads, drainage, planning, emergency services, and financial matters. The group also has agenda items for AMO delegation submissions and hospitality suite update.

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AGENDA GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP Wednesday, April 22, 2026 4:00 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor B. King, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 - 4 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Government Relations Working Group meeting held on April 8th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 5 - 11 i) ALTO - Draft Motion and Issues List Clerk, Jasmin Ralph 6. VERBAL REPORTS 7. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS i) AMO Delegation Submissions Clerk Jasmin Ralph ii) AMO Hospitality Suite Update 8. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 11 Government Relations Working Group - 08 Apr 2026 Minutes MINUTES APRIL 8th MEETING OF 2026 GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP The Government Relations Working Group met on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30 PM at the Lanark County Administration Building, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario Members Present: Christa Lowry, Councillor Judy Brown, Councillor Bill King, Councillor Richard Kidd, Warden (ex-officio) Staff/Others Present: K. Greaves, CAO M. Dwyer, Planning Manager J. Ralph, County Clerk Regrets: Toby Randell, Councillor GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP Chair: Councillor Bill King 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all ele [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 22, 2026

Striking Committee

Committee to decide on community forest working group terms

The Striking Committee will consider two items: appointing the Warden and CAO to additional board seats on the Lanark Transportation Association, and approving updated Terms of Reference for the Lanark County Community Forest Working Group. The updated Terms of Reference outline the working group's mandate, structure, meetings, and reporting process. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

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AGENDA STRIKING COMMITTEE Wednesday, April 22, 2026 3:30 p.m. Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Brian Dowdall, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST None at this time. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Striking Committee meeting held on December 10th, 2025be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA i) Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as presented. 5. COMMUNICATIONS 6. REPORTS i) Lanark Transportation Association - Additional Board Membership Clerk, Jasmin Ralph Suggested Motion: THAT, the following members be appointed to the additional spaces on the Lanark Transportation Association Board:  Lanark County Warden  Lanark County CAO or designate Page 1 of 6 Page AND THAT, internal documents be updated to reflect the same. 3 - 6 ii) Community Forest Working Group Terms of Reference Update Deputy Clerk, Megan Beson Suggested Motion: THAT, the updated Community Forest Working Group Terms of Reference be approved. 7. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 8. NEXT MEETING At the call of the Chair. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at p.m. on a motion from Councillors Page 2 of 6 1 of 4 LANARK COUNTY COMMUNITY FOREST WORKING GROUP TERMS OF REFERENCE December, 2025April, 2026 AGENDA IT [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026

Natural Heritage System Working Group

Natural Heritage System Strategy RFP results reviewed; top bid $118,993.80

The Natural Heritage System Working Group will discuss the results of the Request for Proposals for a Natural Heritage System Strategy. The top-ranked bidder is North-South Environmental with a total cost of $118,993.80 plus HST. The group will also consider optional deliverables such as an early public engagement mapping tool and a pre-recorded slideshow. The consultant will present a detailed workplan after contract execution.

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NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP AGENDA Wednesday, April 15, 2026 1:30 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Warden Richard Kidd, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 - 4 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Natural Heritage System Working Group meeting held on February 4th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 5 - 22 i) Natural Heritage System RFP Results Elizabeth Boldt, Climate and Environmental Coordinator 6. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 7. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 22 Natural Heritage System Working Group - 04 Feb 2026 Minutes MINUTES SECOND MEETING OF 2026 NATURAL HERITAGE SYSTEM WORKING GROUP The Natural Heritage System Working Group met on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:30 PM at the Lanark County Administration Building, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario Members Present: Agriculture (OFA, Lanark Federation of Agriculture) - Andrea McCoy-Naperstkow, Lorne Hudson Economic/Residential Development (Cavanagh Construction/Lanark Leeds Home Builders Association) - Julie Stewart Terrestrial Biology/Naturalists (Mississippi Valley Fields Naturalist Club) - Paul Frigon Conservation and Land Trusts (Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust) - Steve Blight Hunters/Anglers (Ontari [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 8, 2026

Community Services

Committee to discuss confidential housing contract negotiations

The Community Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive communications including a food insecurity emergency declaration from Chatham-Kent, and approve consent reports on Lanark Lodge accreditation and inspection. The committee will also receive verbal updates from South East Public Health and the Lanark Transportation Association, and go into closed session to discuss contract negotiations for an end-of-mortgage service agreement.

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AGENDA COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Immediately following the County Council Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Rickey Minnille, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 9 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Community Services Committee meeting held on February 11th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 10 - 12 i) Food Insecurity Emergency Declaration Municipality of Chatham-Kent Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the April Community Services Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS Page 1 of 23 Page 13 - 16 i) LL-05-2026 - CARF Accreditation Report S. Stone - Director of Lanark Lodge 17 - 18 ii) LL-06-2026 - MLTC Inspection Report S. Stone - Director of Lanark Lodge Suggested Motion: THAT, the recommendations contained in the following Consent Reports for the April Community Services Committee meeting be approved:  LL-05-2026 - CARF Accreditation Report  LL-06-2026 - MLTC Inspection Report 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 11. DEFERRED REPORTS 19 - 23 i) Reinforcing Human Values in Canada Suggested Motion: T [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 8, 2026

Corporate Services

County Council to approve court security cost‑share with Perth, Smiths Falls

The Lanark County Corporate Services Committee will consider several reports and motions, including a directive for staff to sign an agreement with the Town of Perth to assume administration and funding of court security and prisoner transport costs, with Smiths Falls contributing a proportion of the cost. The committee will also receive updates on the Paramedic service, the Integrity Commissioner’s 2025 annual report, and a revised Sale of Land Policy. All items are presented for information or approval as noted in the agenda.

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AGENDA CORPORATE SERVICES COMMITTEE Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Immediately following the Community Services Committee Meeting Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor Toby Randell, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 9 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Corporate Services Committee held on February 11th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be approved as amended. 5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES) 6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL 7. PRESENTATIONS 8. COMMUNICATIONS 10 - 15 i) Integrity Commissioner Services - Annual Report - 2025 Cunningham, Swan, Carty, Little and Bonham LLP 16 ii) Generic Review of Enbridge Model Franchise Agreements - Notice Ontario Energy Board 17 - 28 iii) Resolutions of Support - Protect Canada's Children and Page 1 of 86 Page Reform to the Sex Offenders Registry Various Municipalities Suggested Motion: THAT, the communications for the April Corporate Services Committee meeting be received as information. 9. CONSENT REPORTS 10. DISCUSSION REPORTS 29 - 54 i) LCPS-01-2026 - 2025 Year End Activities Report Travis Mellema, Lanark County Paramedic Chief Suggested Motion: THAT, Council receive the 2025 Year End Activities Report for the Paramedic service as information. 55 - 62 ii) LCPS-02-2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 8, 2026

Government Relations Working Group

Working group to discuss ALTO high-speed rail issues list

The Government Relations Working Group will review a 16-point issues list for the ALTO HSR project, covering roads, drainage, planning, finances, and economic development. The group will provide direction to staff on which items to present to Council for future consultation with the federal government.

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AGENDA GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP Wednesday, April 8, 2026 3:30 PM Lanark County Administration Building Council Chambers Councillor B. King, Chair Page 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 - 4 Suggested Motion: THAT, the minutes of the Government Relations Working Group meeting held on March 25th, 2026 be approved as circulated. 4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suggested Motion: THAT, the agenda be adopted as presented. 5. DISCUSSION REPORTS 5 - 7 i) ALTO Issues List 6. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS 7. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 7 Government Relations Working Group - 25 Mar 2026 Minutes MINUTES MARCH MEETING OF 2026 GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP The Government Relations Working Group met on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:30 PM at the Lanark County Administration Building, 99 Christie Lake Road, Perth, Ontario Members Present: Christa Lowry, Councillor (electronically) Judy Brown, Councillor Bill King, Councillor Toby Randell, Councillor Richard Kidd, Warden (ex-officio) Staff/Others Present: J. Ralph, County Clerk K. Greaves, CAO Regrets: GOVERNMENT RELATIONS WORKING GROUP Chair: Councillor Bill King 1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices) The meeting was called to order at 3:33 p.m. A quorum was present. 2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST None at this time. 3. APPROV [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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