Loyalist, Ontario

East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board

The East Lennox and Addington OPP Detachment Board will meet to approve the 2025 Annual Report. The Board will also receive a new four-year action plan and a quarterly activity report from the Detachment Commander.

• Approval of the 2025 Annual Report to Municipalities
• Receipt of the 2026-2029 Lennox & Addington County Detachment Action Plan
• Review of the 2026 Q2 OPP Detachment activities report
• Receipt of the July 2026 Budget Statement
• Update on Election Year Board Preparation

Committee of Adjustment

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Committee of Adjustment

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Committee of Adjustment

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider an application for permission to build an additional residential unit above an existing garage at 136 Rogers Lane, expanding a non-conforming dwelling within the regulatory floodplain. Staff recommend approval subject to conditions including obtaining a permit from the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority and maintaining a vegetation buffer. The meeting also includes confirmation of the agenda, adoption of previous minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• D13-2026-0003: Application by Gregg and Megan Lamarre to build an additional residential unit above the garage at 136 Rogers Lane within the regulatory floodplain.

Community Grant Committee

The Community Grant Committee will review 7 capital grant applications and 11 program/event grant applications, including a $96,488 request from Royal Canadian Legion #623 for signage and roof repairs. The committee will also consider a recommendation to borrow funds from capital streams to cover program/event stream overages for the remainder of 2026. All recommendations will be forwarded to Council for final approval.

• Recommendation to borrow from Intake 2 & 3 Capital Stream to fund Program/Event Stream overages for 2026
• Royal Canadian Legion #623 requesting $96,488.44 for signage and roof repairs
• Cataraqui Conservation requesting $77,000 for pavilion and privy at Parrot's Bay Conservation Area
• Kinsmen Kingston (Dream Home) requesting $38,186 in in-kind services for 2027 administrative expenses
• Partners in Mission Food Bank requesting $10,000 in general funding

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee will discuss a recommendation to Council for a Heritage Grant of up to $1,841.03 for eavestrough and downspout work at 367 Academy St., Bath, and to install a heritage plaque. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and an unfinished business list with no changes. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Heritage Grant application for 367 Academy St., Bath — estimated work cost $3,682.07, grant capped at $1,841.03 (50% matching).
• Grant conditions: white eavestroughs/downspouts to match existing, work completed within two years, and owner match requirement.
• Recommendation to Council to approve installation of a Heritage Plaque on the property.
• Unfinished business list: no changes since May 2026; Conservation Guide finalized and removed.

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council will hold a statutory public meeting on a rezoning and draft plan of subdivision for nine townhouses (Loyalist Estates Phase 16). Other business includes accepting Deputy Mayor Nathan Townend's resignation and deciding how to fill the vacancy, considering amendments to the Affordable and Purpose-Built Rental Housing CIP, and extending the Loyalist Link transit pilot program to September 2027.

• Statutory public meeting for 2238052 Ontario Ltd. (Kaitlin Corporation) – rezoning from Open Space to R5-23-H for nine townhouse units at Loyalist Estates Phase 16
• Declaration of Deputy Mayor vacancy following resignation of Nathan Townend; Council to select option to fill vacancy for remainder of 2022-2026 term
• Proposed amendments to Affordable and Purpose-Built Rental Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Approval of Purpose-Built Rental Housing CIP Grant Application 2026-01 using Housing Accelerator Fund budget
• Extension of Loyalist Link Pilot Program to September 3, 2027 pending Ontario Transit Infrastructure Fund (OTIF) funding decision

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council will decide whether to apply to the provincial Development Charges Reduction Program for the Main Street and Windermere Boulevard intersection project. If approved, staff would reduce residential development charges by 50% for three years retroactive to March 30, 2026. The meeting also includes decisions on a license agreement with BGC South East for use of 177 Park Crescent and the Amherstview Community Hall, a commemorative naming of the Emergency Services Training Centre, and endorsement of a draft Arts, Culture and Heritage Master Plan for public comment.

• Application to Development Charges Reduction Program for Main St & Windermere Blvd intersection; conditional 50% residential DC reduction for 3 years
• Reassessment of Leisure and Activity Centre following petition; authorization to use alternative space for recreation programs
• License agreement with BGC South East for use of 177 Park Crescent (LAC) and Amherstview Community Hall on school days
• Commemorative naming of Loyalist Township Emergency Services Training Centre as 'Patrick Pidgeon Memorial Emergency Services Training Centre'
• Endorsement of Draft 2027-2037 Arts, Culture and Heritage Master Plan; public comment period June 10-30

East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board

The East Lennox and Addington OPP Detachment Board will receive reports on OPP detachment activities, the 2026 operating budget, and the Detachment Commander Action Plan. The board will also consider approving its 2026 Annual Report to partner municipalities before the June 30 deadline.

• Approve 2026 Annual Report to partner municipalities by June 30
• Receive Detachment Commander Action Plan focusing on crime, roadways, and community well-being
• Receive 2026 Operating Budget Statement
• Receive report from OPP Detachment Commander on detachment activities
• Follow-up on OPP Appreciation Skate Event

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council will decide on distributing $805,038 in general rate surplus and $1,002,816 in utility rate surplus to various reserves, consider a new Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law, and review results from the 2025 Traffic Calming Pilot Project. Delegations include a request from the Odessa Agricultural Society for an $11,702.72 emergency services fee waiver for the July fair, and a contribution request from the Kinsmen Dream Home. A proclamation for National Dental Care Day on October 10, 2026 is also proposed.

• 2025 Operating Surplus Allocation: $805,038 general & $1,002,816 utility surplus to reserves
• Proposed Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law (By-law 2026-27)
• Traffic Calming Pilot Project - 2025 Results and Recommendations
• Odessa Agricultural Society request for waiver of $11,702.72 emergency services fees for Tractor Pull and Demo Derby
• Proclamation of National Dental Care Day on October 10, 2026

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The council will receive the CAO report on naming rights for the W.J. Henderson Community Centre and authorize gift agreements with Handy Fairies, the Savage Family, McDougall Insurance & Financials, Cunningham Swan, and the Odessa Lions Club. It will also approve in principle the creation of an Affordable Recreation Fund to receive lottery or charitable gaming proceeds. A petition regarding Leisure & Activity Center services will be received and a report will be provided at the June 9 regular council meeting. The Planning Guidelines will be endorsed and technical change authority delegated to the Director of Economic Growth and Community Development.

• Naming rights agreements for Aquatics Office, Leisure Pool, Arena Bench, Aquatics Viewing Area, Concession & Café, and Accessible Spectator Viewing Area
• Establishment of a new Affordable Recreation Fund for lottery/charitable gaming proceeds
• Leisure & Activity Center Services Petition to be reported back on June 9, 2026
• Endorsement of Loyalist Township Planning Guidelines and delegation of technical change authority
• Consent agenda items including 2026 Annual Repayment Limit and request for Cat By‑law

Heritage Committee

The committee will review research proposing historic dates (mostly 1784) for signs at 19 settlement locations, including Bath, Amherstview (1954), and Stella (1860). They will also consider a heritage permit application for 5220 Front Road in Stella and finalize the Conservation Guidelines for Heritage Property Owners.

• Recommend historic dates for signage at 19 settlements (e.g., Bath 1784, Amherstview 1954, Stella 1860)
• Heritage permit application for 5220 Front Road, Stella – approval recommended, expiring May 12, 2028
• Final review and approval of the Conservation Guidelines for Heritage Property Owners
• Adoption of minutes from December 4, 2025 meeting

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Loyalist Township Council will discuss infrastructure funding for County Road 2 and the Amherstview West Secondary Plan. The body is also reviewing ice allocation policies and a grant request for youth summer programming.

• Pre-approval of $900,000 in 2027 capital budget for a Fire Department Tanker
• Transfer of $76,944 and reallocation of $543,056 in OCIF funding for County Road 2 Reconstruction in Odessa
• Community Grant request from Boys and Girls Club of Kingston & Area Inc. for rental fee waivers at Amherstview Community Hall
• Adoption of a new Ice Allocation Policy and Facility Allocation Policy
• Cost Sharing Agreement for Stormwater Design within the Amherstview West Secondary Plan

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The Loyalist Township Council will consider a statutory public meeting to approve a zoning by‑law amendment (Application D14‑2026‑0002) allowing a broadcasting studio at 5220 Front Road, Stella. It will also adopt several financial by‑laws, including the 2026 property tax rates, a gas‑tax allocation for public transportation, and extensions to the development charge by‑law. Additional items include authorizing grant agreements for municipal fleet electrification and community efficiency, and approving tax‑arrears write‑offs of $26,108.41 and $67,162.27.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment D14‑2026‑0002 for Amherst Island Radio at 5220 Front Road, Stella
• By‑law 2026‑19 establishing 2026 property tax rates and due dates
• By‑law 2026‑18 authorizing the gas‑tax allocation for the Dedicated Gas Tax Funds Public Transportation Program
• Extension of Development Charge By‑law 2021‑066 to expire on Jan 2 2032 (By‑law 2026‑17)
• Green Municipal Fund grant agreements for municipal fleet electrification and community efficiency

Special Community Grant Committee

The Loyalist Township Community Grant Committee will receive staff comments on the current grants policy, discuss trust-based philanthropy principles, and gather committee feedback to inform future policy updates. No grants are being awarded or applications decided at this meeting.

• Staff comments and feedback on the current Community Grants Policy
• Discussion of trust-based philanthropy principles for community grants
• Committee feedback discussion on the current Community Grants Policy to guide future updates
• Next meeting scheduled for June 2026 to consider Intake 2 grant applications

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review two development applications. The body will consider a land severance request and a permission application to expand a non-conforming dwelling.

• Severance application D10-2025-0006 for 1291 Neil Road
• Permission application D13-2026-0002 to expand a legal non-conforming dwelling at 9600 South Shore Road
• Proposed $1,500 lot grading deposit and $260 inspection deposit for new builds at 1291 Neil Road

East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board

The East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board will receive a preliminary report on detachment activities and comment on the draft Detachment Commander Action Plan. It will also receive the 2026 Board Operating Statement (budget) and discuss the Appreciation Skate Event, including a proposed allocation of board funds for food. An update on the Napanee Municipal CCTV Policy will be presented for information.

• Preliminary Report from the OPP Detachment Commander on detachment activities (information)
• Detachment Commander Action Plan – board comments to be received (information)
• 2026 Budget Statement – Board Operating Statement to be received (information)
• Detachment Appreciation Skate Event – discussion and proposed allocation of board budget for food purchases
• Napanee Municipal CCTV Policy update – information to be received

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The Council will consider several reports and motions, including a zoning by-law amendment (D14-012-2024) for 24 Park Crescent to permit an Alternative Health Facility, a capital budget increase to $59,400,000 for the W.J. Henderson Community Centre Renewal, and a fire protection grant transfer payment of $69,419 for cancer‑prevention equipment. Additional items include an extension of draft plan approval for the Lakeview Subdivision, a $200,000 tractor replacement from the Fleet Reserve Fund, and adoption of a new social media policy. The meeting also contains a closed‑session discussion of personal matters, litigation, and solicitor‑client privileged advice, as well as routine consent‑agenda approvals.

• Zoning By‑Law Amendment (D14-012-2024) for 24 Park Crescent to permit an Alternative Health Facility
• Capital Budget increase to $59,400,000 for W.J. Henderson Community Centre Renewal
• Extension of draft plan approval for Lakeview Subdivision to April 24, 2029
• Fire Protection Grant Transfer Payment Agreement of $69,419 for cancer‑prevention equipment
• Replacement of T2505 John Deere tractor funded $200,000 from the Fleet Reserve Fund

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The council will consider a public meeting on a Zoning By‑Law Amendment (D14‑012‑2024) to allow an alternative health facility at 24 Park Crescent in Amherstview. It will also vote on a $105,200 re‑allocation from the capital budget to the operating budget and the use of $105,000 from the working‑fund reserve. Additional items include a naming‑rights gift agreement for the W.J. Henderson Community Centre Atrium, a decision to close the Leisure & Activity Centre and move programs to the Henderson Centre, and adoption of a new policy on corporate resources for election purposes.

• Zoning By‑Law Amendment (D14‑012‑2024) for 24 Park Crescent to permit an alternative health facility
• Gift Agreement with Dig'N Dirt Ltd. for naming rights of the Atrium at W.J. Henderson Community Centre
• Budget re‑allocation of $105,200 from the capital budget to the operating budget and $105,000 from the working‑fund reserve
• Leisure & Activity Centre closure and consolidation of recreation programming into the W.J. Henderson Community Centre effective August 1 2026
• Adoption of a draft Use of Corporate Resources for Election Purposes Policy, repealing the current policy

Committee of Adjustment

The Loyalist Township Committee of Adjustment will confirm its agenda and adopt the minutes from the February 2 meeting. It will then hear a sign by‑law minor variance to reduce the billboard setback at 252 Main Street, Odessa. The committee will also consider two severance applications for 1485 Rose Road and 1291 Neil Road, each with conditions such as parkland cash‑in‑lieu and grading deposits. Finally, a minor variance to increase the height of an accessory building at 2331 Empey Road will be reviewed.

• Sign By‑law Minor Variance – 252 Main Street, Odessa: reduce billboard setback from 100 m to 86 m/83 m, with lighting spill condition.
• Severance D10‑2025‑0009 – 1485 Rose Road: approval subject to parkland cash‑in‑lieu, $1,500 lot grading deposit, $260 inspection deposit, and land deed for road widening.
• Severance D10‑2025‑0007 – 1291 Neil Road: approval subject to similar parkland contribution, $1,500 grading deposit, $260 inspection deposit, and easement for road reserve.
• Minor Variance D13‑2026‑0001 – 2331 Empey Road: increase accessory building height to 5.5 m and allow placement closer to street line.

Community Grant Committee

The Community Grant Committee will review grant applications for capital projects and community events, discuss the Community Grants Policy, and appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026. The committee will also consider cancelling the Intake 3 meeting due to the upcoming municipal election.

• Amherst Island Agricultural Society requesting $55,568 for Fairground Capital Enhancements
• Amherst Island Public School requesting $100,000 for equipment replacement and outdoor learning spaces
• Bath Gardening Club and Horticultural Society requesting $4,938.30 for the Bath Sunday Market
• Loyalist Township requesting $60,000 for the Family Physician Recruitment Incentive Program
• Recommendation to cancel Intake 3 2026 meeting due to the 2026 Municipal Election

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The council will receive a report and authorize the Mayor and CAO to execute gift agreements granting naming rights for the Concourse, Roundabout, and Sports Field at the W.J. Henderson Community Centre to J. Harrison Excavation & Pipeline Ltd., Creekford Development Company Ltd., Bayridge Landscaping Inc., and Barr Homes. It will also receive the 2025 Audit Planning Letter and authorize the Mayor and Deputy Mayor to sign it. A licence agreement for Lighthouse Park with the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans will be received and authorized for execution. Additional items include referral of an Election Signs By‑law to staff and approval of historic settlement signage with up to $20,000 from the 2026 capital reserve.

• Gift Agreements with Naming Rights at W.J. Henderson Community Centre
• 2025 Audit Planning Letter from Auditors
• Lighthouse Park Licence Agreement (5‑year term, renewal option)
• Election Signs By‑law referral to staff for draft incorporation
• Historic Settlement Signage project with $20,000 capital allocation

W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee

The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee will meet to appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026. The body will discuss a final report from BNP Goldie Canada regarding a $2 million community fundraising effort for the facility's revitalization.

• Appointment of the 2026 Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of the BNP Goldie Canada final report on revitalization campaign activities
• Updates from the Fundraising Cabinet Chair
• Discussion on campaign next steps
• Review of the Committee Purpose and Mandate

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council will consider a resolution to support Quinte Conservation’s application to the Green Municipal Fund’s Growing Canada’s Community Canopies program, recognizing a lifetime funding limit of $10 million, including up to $1 million for infrastructure. Staff will be directed to provide information needed for the grant application. The meeting also includes a closed‑session to discuss two staffing matters in the Recreation and Facilities Division and routine consent‑agenda items such as minutes approval and a confirmatory by‑law.

• Decision on Municipal Support for Quinte Conservation’s GMF tree‑canopy application (up to $10 M total, $1 M infrastructure)
• Closed Session to consider two staffing matters in the Recreation and Facilities Division
• Review of RFP 2025‑044 results and funding requirement (staff report pending)
• Adoption of By‑law 2026‑6 to confirm meeting proceedings
• Approval of Consent Agenda items, including minutes of Jan 27 2026 Council and Jan 29 2026 OPP Board

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss a minor variance application for a property on Maple Road. The body will also consider the adoption of minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting.

• Minor variance application D13-2025-0012 for 817 Maple Road to increase detached accessory building height from 4 m to 5.5 m

East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board

The East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, adopt the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes, and receive the OPP Detachment’s activity report. It will approve the Communications and Information Sharing Policy and receive the 2026 Board Operating Statement. The Board will also approve attendance for OAPSB Zone 2 meetings and the annual conference.

• Appointment of Board Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Adoption of October 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of Communications and Information Sharing Policy
• Receipt of the 2026 Budget Statement (Board Operating Statement)
• Approval of attendance at OAPSB Zone 2 meetings and Annual Conference

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

The council will consider an update on the Physician Recruitment Incentive Program, including authorizing agreements with four physicians and approving up to $20,000 from the Working Fund Reserve if needed. It will also enact By‑law 2026‑4 to establish Part 11 of Plan 29R‑11394 as part of West Street, and approve routine items on the consent agenda. Additional reports on the Housing Accelerator Fund, building activity, and meeting minutes will be received.

• Authorize agreements with Dr. Jameel, Dr. Munir, Dr. Falusi and Dr. Adeluyi under the Physician Recruitment Incentive Program
• Approve up to $20,000 funding from the Working Fund Reserve for the program in 2026
• Enact By‑law 2026‑4 to establish Part 11 on Plan 29R‑11394 as part of the public highway known as West Street
• Receive status report on Year 1 of the Housing Accelerator Fund Workplan Implementation
• Receive Building Activity Report for November and December 2025

Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings

Council will discuss the adoption of an IT and GIS Master Plan and a design alternative for Durham St. The body is also considering a $40,000 budget increase for a Ward Boundary Review and a grant for energy audits.

• Approval of Design Alternative #2 for Durham St and on-street parking on North St
• Adoption of the Information Technology and Geographic Information Systems Master Plan
• Budget increase of $40,000 for the Ward Boundary Review from the Working Fund Reserve
• Green Municipal Fund Grant Agreement for $162,023 for Condition Assessments & Energy Audits
• Proposed 2026 Temporary Borrowing By-law (By-law 2026-2)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will vote on the approval of a severance and related development agreement for the property at 4397 Howes Road, including required deposits and well conditions. It will also consider a minor variance to the sign by‑law for a billboard at 252 Main Street, Odessa, reducing the required setback. The agenda includes routine items such as confirming the agenda and adopting the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approval of severance and development agreement for 4397 Howes Road, with a $1500 lot grading deposit and $260 inspection deposit
• Approval of sign by‑law minor variance for 252 Main Street, Odessa, reducing billboard setback to 90 m and 73 m
• Confirmation of the agenda
• Adoption of the minutes from the previous meeting
• Public hearing on the Howes Road severance application (D10‑2025‑0004)