Loyalist public meetings in 2025
50 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The council will vote on a zoning by-law amendment (D14-005-2025) to change a portion of Lot B, Concession 3, Part 3, 29R-8868 from Shoreline Residential to Shoreline Residential Exception 12, allowing an accessory building. It will also consider a municipal support resolution for the CF Millhaven Capacity Battery Energy Storage System, a grant transfer agreement for mental‑health support to public safety personnel, scholarship payments of $615.73 each from the Ameriks Fund, and a 10‑month interest‑free repayment plan for a water billing issue at 339 Amherst Drive.
- Zoning By‑Law Amendment D14-005-2025: rezone South Shore Road property from SR to SR‑12
- Municipal Support Resolution for CF Millhaven Capacity Battery Energy Storage System (250 MW project)
- Mental Health Support for Public Safety Personnel Grant Transfer Payment Agreement
- Ameriks Scholarship Fund: approve three applicants to receive $615.73 each
- Water Billing Issue at 339 Amherst Drive: authorize 10‑month interest‑free repayment plan
Heritage Committee
The Heritage Committee will receive the Development Services Division report on a request to designate the Miller‑MacKinnon Farm (approximately 427 acres) under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act. The Committee will provide comments on the designation request. The meeting also includes routine items such as confirming the agenda, adopting minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting, and an open forum for public input.
- Report and comment request for designating Miller‑MacKinnon Farm (427 acres) – addresses 657 County Rd 7, 482 County Rd 7, 1845 Ham Rd, 1782 Ham Rd and two unaddressed parcels
- Adopt minutes of the September 3, 2025 Heritage Committee meeting
- Confirm agenda for the December 4, 2025 meeting
- Open forum – public may address the Committee (three‑minute limit per speaker)
- Unfinished Business List – December 2025 items
CANCELLED Council Meetings - 2026 Operating and Capital Budget
The Council and Committee of the Whole scheduled a 2026 Operating and Capital Budget meeting for November 18, November 26, and December 2, 2025, but it was cancelled. The agenda provided only livestream connection details and did not include any specific items for discussion or decision. Consequently, no rezoning, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings were presented.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application (D13‑2025‑0011) for the property at 390 County Road 6, proposing to increase the height of a detached accessory building from 4 m to 6.5 m. It will also consider a permission application (D13‑2025‑0007) for 9600 South Shore Road to expand a legal non‑conforming dwelling, subject to a condition that the owner obtain a permit from the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority. Additionally, the agenda includes the receipt of a report on technical consent applications approved through staff delegated authority.
- D13‑2025‑0011 – Minor variance at 390 County Road 6: increase accessory building height to 6.5 m
- D13‑2025‑0007 – Permission at 9600 South Shore Road: expand legal non‑conforming dwelling, require CRCA permit
- Technical consent applications approved through staff delegated authority (report to be received)
- Confirmation of agenda and adoption of minutes (procedural items)
Council Meeting - 2026 Budget
The Corporation of Loyalist Township is holding meetings on November 18, November 26, and December 2, 2025, to discuss the 2026 Operating and Capital Budget. The provided document is a livestreaming notice and does not list specific budget line items or motions.
- 2026 Operating and Capital Budget discussion
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The council will consider and vote on By‑law 2025‑70 to enact the 2026 interim tax levy, including a penalty of 1.25 %. It will also vote on Zoning By‑law Amendment Application D14‑011‑2024 to rezone part of 1 Loyalist Boulevard for a clubhouse expansion. Additional items include approval of a surplus land donation for affordable housing on Church Street and authorizing agreements for an Accessible Taxi Program. The Committee of the Whole will review a planning application fee review and other fee escalations.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application D14‑011‑2024 – rezone portion of 1 Loyalist Boulevard for LGCC clubhouse expansion
- By‑law 2025‑70 – enact 2026 interim tax levy with 1.25 % penalty
- Surplus Land Donation – approve approach for Church Street land and execute affordable housing grant agreement
- Accessible Taxi Program – authorize agreements with Modern City Taxi, Ameys Taxi Service, City of Kingston and Kingston Access Bus
- Planning Application Fee Review – select option and direct staff to draft fee tariff bylaw
Council Meeting - 2026 Budget
The Council and Committee of the Whole will present the draft 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets. Residents may address the Committee during the Open Forum on November 18. The body will consider budget amendments and move to adopt the budget, followed by a confirmatory by-law.
- Presentation of the 2026 Draft Operating & Capital Budgets
- Open Forum for public comments on the 2026 budget
- Committee of the Whole consideration and amendment of budget items
- Motion to adopt the 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
- By-law 2025-67 to confirm the meeting proceedings
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The council will consider several items, including a naming rights agreement for the Lap Pool at the W.J. Henderson Community Centre, and the adoption of By‑law 2025‑65 to set 2026 water and sewer user rates. It will also receive a report to deny a noise exemption request at 5115 Bath Road and approve draft policies on developer front‑end funding and local services. Additional items include a resolution seeking provincial and federal funding for Emerald Ash Borer management and the enactment of Fees and Charges By‑law 2025‑59.
- Naming Rights agreement for the Lap Pool at W.J. Henderson Community Centre with Latham Pool Products ULC
- Adoption of By‑law 2025‑65 to set 2026 water and sewer user rates, repealing By‑law 2024‑96
- Denial of the noise exemption request for 5115 Bath Road under the Noise By‑law
- Approval of the draft Developer Front‑End Funding and Reimbursement Policy
- Enactment of Fees and Charges By‑law 2025‑59 for Loyalist Township
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will receive the Development Services Division report and consider three applications (D10-011-2024, D10-012-2024, D10-013-2024) affecting 4621 Bath Road in Amherstview. Each application proposes severance, entrance easement, or sanitary easement and is subject to conditions such as two‑year compliance, preparation of transfer forms, draft Reference Plans, parkland cash‑in‑lieu, and utility relocation requirements. The Committee will vote to approve the applications with those conditions attached.
- Approval of D10-011-2024 for severance, entrance easement, and sanitary easement at 4621 Bath Road
- Approval of D10-012-2024 for entrance easement at 4621 Bath Road
- Approval of D10-013-2024 for sanitary easement at 4621 Bath Road
- Requirement for an Ontario Land Surveyor to circulate a draft Reference Plan in AutoCAD and PDF formats
- Cash‑in‑lieu parkland contribution as prescribed by By‑Law 2015‑035
East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board
The East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board will meet on October 30, 2025, to confirm the agenda and discuss the 2026 meeting schedule and budget statement. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format at 72 Edward Street, Flinton.
- Approval of 2026 Board Operating Budget
- Approval of Disclosure of Misconduct and Conflict of Interest Policy
- Approval of Communications and Information Sharing Policy
- Discussion of 2026 Detachment Summer Appreciation BBQ Event
- Receiving update on Community Safety Well-Being Plans
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Loyalist Township Council will consider and vote on Official Plan Amendment D09-001-2025 and Zoning By-law Amendment D14-003-2025 that would allow up to four residential units on serviced properties and one additional unit on single‑detached dwellings in designated areas. The meeting also includes decisions on naming rights for the W.J. Henderson Community Centre, fund transfer agreements for the centre’s arena renewal, a transit service extension plan, and a stop‑sign by‑law update.
- Official Plan Amendment D09-001-2025 and Zoning By-law Amendment D14-003-2025 for additional residential units
- Naming Rights agreement with Barr Homes for the Aquatic Centre at W.J. Henderson Community Centre
- Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund Transfer Payment Agreements for the W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Arena renewal
- Transit Level of Service considerations – extension of Loyalist Link service and application to the Ontario Transit Investment Fund
- Stop Sign By-law Update – enact By-law 2025-63 and repeal By-law 2013-013
Community Grant Committee
The Community Grant Committee will confirm its agenda, adopt minutes from the June meeting, receive financial and clerk updates, and review several grant applications. It will recommend council approve a $50,050 request from the Maltby Centre for a vehicle, along with multiple program and event grants ranging from $5,000 to $10,000.
- Maltby Centre requesting $50,050 to purchase a car for their rural health team
- 999 Loyalist Thunderbirds Air Cadet Squadron requesting $5,047.08 for uniforms and training activities
- Harmony Lounge and Music Club requesting $5,000 for its Spring 2026 program
- Heros 4 Wildlife Inc. requesting $9,525 plus $475 in-kind services for the WILD 4 Wildlife Festival
- Kingston Gets Active requesting $9,925 for three engagement sessions during Gets Active Month
W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee
The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee will confirm its agenda and adopt the minutes from its March 18, 2025 meeting. An open forum will allow members of the public to address any matter on the agenda. A general discussion will provide updates from the Fundraising Cabinet and the next meeting date will be announced.
- Confirm agenda for the October 21, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes of the March 18, 2025 meeting
- Open forum for public comments (three‑minute limit per speaker)
- General discussion with updates from the Fundraising Cabinet
- Announcement of upcoming meeting dates
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Loyalist Township Council will receive a presentation on the Strong Mayor Framework from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The body will also approve the 2024 audited financial statements and distribute a net surplus of $658,917 to various reserve funds.
- Approval of 2024 audited financial statements and $658,917 surplus distribution
- Presentation on Strong Mayor Framework from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Council to review 2026 budget meeting schedule and fees and charges
- Endorsement of Luke MacDonald for Source Protection Committee
- Renewal of license agreement with Fairfield Homestead Heritage Association
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for a home expansion in a floodplain, a detached garage variance, and the creation of two new lots. The body will decide if these proposals meet zoning and environmental requirements.
- 4372 Bath Road: Application to add a second storey and deck within a 15-metre regulatory floodplain setback
- 98 Main Street: Minor variance to build a detached garage, including increasing lot coverage from 30% to 41%
- 607 Fred Brown Road: Consent application to create two new lots
- 607 Fred Brown Road: Requirement for a Well Interference Study and cash-in-lieu parkland payment
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The council will consider a municipal support resolution for the 220 MW Switzerville Solar Project on designated municipal lands. A closed session will address a position on provincial loan negotiations. A delegation from Hydrostor will present information on the Hydrostar & Quinte Energy Storage Centre. The Committee of Whole will review amendments to the council remuneration policy and adopt a new Financial Securities Policy.
- Closed session motion to set criteria for provincial loan negotiations (Section 239(2)(k) of the Municipal Act)
- Delegation from Hydrostor (Shaheer Aziz and Nyree Grimes) on the Hydrostar & Quinte Energy Storage Centre
- Municipal Support Resolution request for the Switzerville Solar Project (220 MW, PIN 45114-0218)
- Feasibility study directive for disposing municipal land in the Amherstview West Secondary Plan
- Adoption of a new Financial Securities Policy and repeal of the 2009 Development Securities Requirements Policy
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Loyalist Township Council will consider a gift agreement that grants naming rights to Brookland Fine Homes for the arena at the W.J. Henderson Community Centre and to Amherstview Golf Course Ltd. for the arena timekeepers box. The council will also vote on a by‑law to sign a Letter of Agreement with the Province of Ontario for the 2024/2025 Dedicated Gas Tax Funds that support public transportation. Additional items include a zoning by‑law to lift part‑lot control for Block 107 of Lakeside Ponds Phase 2, a delegation to sign a support letter for the Cataraqui Conservation Invasive Phragmites Roadside Control Program, and routine consent‑agenda approvals.
- Gift agreement for naming rights at W.J. Henderson Community Centre with Brookland Fine Homes and Amherstview Golf Course Ltd.
- By‑law to execute a Letter of Agreement for 2024/2025 Provincial Gas Tax Allocation for public transportation
- By‑law 2025‑51 to lift part‑lot control requirements for Block 107, Lakeside Ponds Phase 2 Stage 3
- Delegation of authority to the Mayor to sign a support letter for the Cataraqui Conservation Invasive Phragmites Roadside Control Program
- Consent agenda items including Bill 17 (Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act) and the July 2025 Building Activity Report
Heritage Committee
The Loyalist Township Heritage Committee meeting on September 3, 2025 will consider two heritage permit applications. Council is asked to approve a permit for 367 Academy Street in Bath, with the condition that eavestroughs and downspouts be white to match existing ones. Council is also asked to approve a permit for 15095 Front Road in Stella to repair sections 1‑4 of the dry‑stone wall as part of the Dry Stone Wall Festival. The agenda also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes, an open forum, and a review of the unfinished business list.
- Heritage Permit Application — 367 Academy Street, Bath (condition: eavestroughs and downspouts must be white)
- Heritage Permit Application — 15095 Front Road, Stella (repair sections 1‑4 of the dry‑stone wall for festival)
- Adoption of the minutes from the July 29, 2025 Heritage Committee meeting
- Open Forum – public may address the Committee (three‑minute limit per speaker)
- Unfinished Business List – review of items carried over from previous meetings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will confirm its agenda, adopt the minutes from the August 5 meeting, and consider a minor variance application for BCP IV Service Station LP at 1141 County Road 6 to allow reduced front‑yard and street‑centreline setbacks for an electric‑vehicle charging station. The variance seeks to change the front yard setback from 15 m to 7.8 m and the street centreline setback from 33 m to 23 m, subject to conditions including obtaining a Ministry of Transportation permit. The Committee will also set the next meeting date for October 6, 2025.
- Minor variance D13-2025-0008 – 1141 County Road 6 – reduce front yard setback from 15 m to 7.8 m and street centreline setback from 33 m to 23 m for an EV charging station (requires MTO permit).
- Confirmation of agenda (item 2.1).
- Adoption of minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting (item 4.1).
- Set next Committee of Adjustment meeting for October 6, 2025 (item 8.1).
- Adjournment of the meeting (item 9.1).
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will vote on an Affordable and Purpose-Built Housing Community Improvement Plan and the 2025 Draft Asset Management Plan. The meeting includes public hearings for two developments and delegations regarding solar and battery projects.
- Public meeting for 9 townhouse units at 1 Loyalist Boulevard
- Public meeting for a 261-unit subdivision at 4661 Bath Road
- Adoption of Affordable and Purpose-Built Housing CIP with CAO authority up to $250,000
- Contract renewal for Integrity Commissioner services with Aird & Berlis until December 31, 2027
- Fire Protection Grant payments totaling $33,283.53 for cancer prevention equipment
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider application D10-001-2025 for a consent to create a new lot at 10 Potter Drive, including conditions such as cash‑in‑lie for parkland, road allowances, and a development agreement. The same meeting will also consider a minor variance (D13-006-2025) for the same property to reduce front‑yard and side‑yard setbacks. Both items require approval by the Committee.
- D10-001-2025 – Consent (New Lot) for 10 Potter Drive, with conditions including cash‑in‑lie for parkland, road allowance widths, and a development agreement
- D13-006-2025 – Minor Variance for 10 Potter Drive to reduce front‑yard setback to 1.3 m, street centreline setback to 11 m, and side‑yard setback to 0.7 m
- Applicant must provide a draft Reference Plan in AutoCAD and PDF formats before final registration
- Consent and development agreement must be registered within two years of issuance
- Applicant must provide land for road widening (10 m on South Street, 11.5 m on Potter Drive) and a 3 × 3 m sight triangle at Potter Drive and South Street
East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board
The East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board will receive reports on detachment activities, a presentation on the Mobile Crisis Response Team, and updates from the Board Chair. It will enact By‑law 2025‑2 governing member conduct, authorize the insurance renewal, and consider the draft 2026 Operating Budget, including transferring any unspent 2025 funds to reserves. The Board will also refer comments on draft Communications and Information Sharing and Disclosure of Misconduct policies for further consideration.
- Enact By‑law 2025‑2 to govern board member conduct and meeting procedures
- Authorize Chair and Secretary to execute documents for board insurance renewal
- Approve draft 2026 Operating Budget and transfer unspent 2025 funds to reserves
- Refer comments on draft Communications and Information Sharing Policy for revision
- Refer comments on draft Disclosure of Misconduct and Conflict of Interest Policy for revision
Heritage Committee
The Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss a permit for infrastructure repairs at the Babcock Mill and review conservation guidelines for property owners. The body will also review its list of unfinished business.
- Heritage permit application for 100 Bridge Street, Odessa (Babcock Mill) to remove and replace a culvert directing water from Millhaven Creek
- Review of comments on the Conservation Guidelines for Heritage Property Owners handbook
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The Loyalist Township Council will consider and vote on several statutory public meetings, including a zoning by‑law amendment that rezones the property at 1829 County Road 5 from Prime Agriculture and Rural zones to a site‑specific Prime Agriculture Exception Nine zone. Other items include an amendment to the Site Plan Control By‑law (By‑law 2025‑46), a $1.3 million budget for a Species at Risk Habitat Compensation Project, and the closure and sale of a portion of North Street Road Allowance (By‑law 2025‑45). The meeting also addresses the selection of a voting method for the 2026 municipal election.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment D14‑002‑2025 for 1829 County Road 5 to rezone to PA‑9 zone (By‑law 2025‑47)
- Amendment to Site Plan Control By‑law 2015‑048 (By‑law 2025‑46)
- Species at Risk Habitat Compensation Project budget approval of $1.3 M
- Stopping up, closing and transferring a portion of North Street Road Allowance (By‑law 2025‑45)
- Committee of the Whole to select a voting method for the 2026 municipal election
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review two minor variance applications regarding residential property setbacks. The body is deciding whether to permit a hot tub in a floodplain and recognize an existing deck's reduced setback.
- 142 Lodge Street: Proposed minor variance for a hot tub in the floodplain and reduction of rear, interior side, and front yard setbacks to 0 metres
- 121 Dr Richard James Crescent: Proposed minor variance to reduce rear yard setback for a deck from 6m to 5.7m
Community Grant Committee
The Loyalist Township Community Grant Committee will review 14 grant applications for capital projects and community programs. The committee will also receive a presentation on the 2024 Community Grant and a financial update.
- Amherstview Lions Club requests $12,588.20 for a new sea container
- Loyalist Township requests $100,000 for Fairfield House rehabilitation design
- St. John's Hall requests $10,811 for kitchen and parking lot upgrades
- St. Paul's Presbyterian Church requests $32,620.50 for well and water system upgrades
- Trinity Church Amherstview requests $82,094.50 for roof replacement
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will move into a closed session to review a confidential third‑party financial contribution, then consider several public matters including a proposed sale of surplus land on McDonalds Lane, Amherst Island, a 2026 budget schedule, and a zoning by‑law amendment for a 48‑lot subdivision in the former Village of Bath. Additional items include a road‑allowance land sale, a lot‑control by‑law lift for Lakeside phases, and IESO procurement support resolutions. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and adoption of previous minutes.
- Sale and acquisition of surplus land on McDonalds Lane, Amherst Island, with proceeds to the Industrial and Business Parks Reserve.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision for Loyalist Estates Phase 14 (48 single‑detached dwellings) in the former Village of Bath.
- Road Allowance Land Sale between Lot 19 and 20, Concession 2 (Millhaven Road to CN Rail) with proceeds to the Industrial and Business Parks Reserve.
- By‑law 2025‑32 to lift part‑lot control for Lakeside Phase 8 Stage 2 (Blocks 23‑27) and Lakeside Phase 3 Stage 5 (Lots 9‑13).
- Adoption of the 2026 Budget Schedule and scheduling of a Special Committee of the Whole on November 4, 2025.
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Loyalist Township Council will receive reports and make several decisions, including appointing Kevin Hawley, P.Eng., as the Township's Drainage Superintendent and enacting By-law 2025-38. The Council will also approve the roll‑over of unused 2024 community grant funds into the 2025 program and proclaim June 2025 as Recreation and Parks Month. Additional items include adopting routine reports, a by‑law to appoint a Building Official, and approving the Consent Agenda.
- Appointment of Kevin Hawley, P.Eng., as Drainage Superintendent (By‑law 2025-38)
- Roll‑over of unused 2024 community grant funds into the 2025 grant program
- Proclamation of June 2025 as Recreation and Parks Month and related activities
- Adoption of By‑law 2025-41 to appoint Christopher Beeg as Building Official
- Approval of Consent Agenda items, including routine reports and by‑law 2025-42
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will receive a report on the Council Composition and Ward Boundary Review and enact By-law 2025-39 to redivide the township wards according to Revised Option 1. The meeting also includes a surplus land declaration for several township‑owned parcels and offers those parcels for affordable housing projects. Additional items include a by‑law to assume a one‑foot reserve for Lakeside Phase 8, a cost‑sharing agreement for Pruyn Crescent and Sir John Johnson Drive reconstruction, and a proclamation of Stroke and Aphasia Awareness Month.
- Enact By-law 2025-39 to redivide Loyalist Township wards (Revised Option 1).
- Declare surplus the township parcels at 5555 Front Road (Amherst Island), 231 Amherst Drive (Amherstview), Part 3 of 29R‑7212 on Church Street (Bath) and 102 Main Street (Odessa) and offer them for affordable housing.
- Enact By-law 2025-33 to assume One Foot Reserve Block 12 on Plan 29M‑72 (Lakeside Phase 8 Stage 1).
- Authorize the Mayor and CAO to enter a cost‑sharing agreement for the Pruyn Crescent and Sir John Johnson Drive reconstruction.
- Proclaim June 1‑30 2025 as Stroke and Aphasia Awareness Month.
Special Committee of the Whole Meetings
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a final report from Watson & Associates on council composition and ward boundaries. The body will consider two options for redividing the existing three wards to ensure fair population representation.
- Option 1: Maintains five local councillors and keeps Amherst Island as its own ward
- Option 2: Reduces local councillors from five to four and groups Amherst Island with the mainland
- Presentation by Jack Ammendolia of Watson & Associates on final boundary options
- Proposed by-law to redivide wards to be brought forward at the May 13, 2025 meeting
East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board
The East Lennox and Addington OPP Detachment Board is meeting to approve a new remuneration and expense policy and a draft annual report on policing. The body will also discuss board rules, procedures, and receive a report on detachment activities.
- Proposed $400 annual remuneration plus mileage for Council and Community Representatives
- Approval of the 2025 Board's Annual Report to municipalities
- Presentation from Community Street Crime Unit Detective Sergeant Dave Horowitz
- Discussion and referral of draft Board Rules and Procedures
- Report from the OPP Detachment Commander on detachment activities
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will hold a public meeting regarding an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment for 5024 Bath Road to allow a new dwelling and secondary unit. The body will also review a parks master plan and a budget request for a garage washroom.
- Proposed rezoning of 5024 Bath Road to Shoreline Residential Exception Eleven (SR-11) to permit a secondary unit
- Request for $150,000 from Development Charges for a washroom addition at the County Road 4 Parks Garage
- Endorsement of the Draft 2024-2033 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Noise exemption request for Hot2Trot Stables
- Enactment of By-law 2025-22 regarding Fees and Charges
Heritage Committee
The Loyalist Township Heritage Committee will review its Unfinished Business List and decide which items to keep, revise, or delete. It will consider a request to remove 4661 Bath Road (HWY 33) from the township’s Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The committee will also recommend heritage permit applications for 251 Simmons Road, 5220 Front Road, and 395 Main Street to council for approval. All recommendations will be presented for a vote at the April 17, 2025 meeting.
- Removal of 4661 Bath Road (HWY 33) from the heritage register
- Heritage permit application to replace metal roof on 251 Simmons Road, Wilton (Wilton Hall)
- Heritage permit application to replace verandah and metal roof on 5220 Front Road, Stella, Amherst Island
- Heritage permit application to replace front porch on 395 Main Street, Bath
- Removal of four items from the Unfinished Business List: 369 Main Street transom, plaque program, virtual tours, Booth‑Babcock Mill sign
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
At the April 8, 2025 meeting, Loyalist Township Council will receive reports and vote on several by-laws that set the 2025 tax rates, establish a seniors property tax credit, and allow the treasurer to enter tax extension agreements. The Council will also approve the full implementation of civic addressing changes for Edgewood Road and name a private lane in Sunnyside Park. Additionally, a $220,000 transfer from Impost Fees will be authorized to cover a budget shortfall for the County Road 6 watermain and sanitary sewer project.
- Approve civic addressing changes for Edgewood Rd and Compton Crt (Option 2)
- Approve naming of private lane as Sunnyside Court and address 12 Sunnyside Court
- Enact By-law 2025-28 establishing 2025 tax rates and due dates for Loyalist Township
- Enact By-law 2025-26 creating a Seniors Property Tax Credit and repealing By-laws 98-87 and 2011-22
- Authorize $220,000 transfer from Impost Fees to cover County Road 6 watermain and sanitary sewer project shortfall
Committee of Adjustment
The Loyalist Township Committee of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider two minor variance applications. One request involves building a detached garage closer to the street line at 13 Edgewood Road, and the other concerns a proposed addition at 353 Main Street. The committee will also discuss a request to change a consent condition for a property at 570 Main Street Bath.
- Consider minor variance at 13 Edgewood Road for detached garage setback
- Consider minor variance at 353 Main Street for addition
- Consider request to change consent condition at 570 Main Street Bath
- Public meeting for applications at 13 Edgewood Road and 353 Main Street
- Meeting held virtually with livestream available
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will consider Item 11.1 to enact By‑law 2025‑21 that imposes special charges for the Emma Street local improvement and to approve funding the project with an internal loan of $458,101.49 from the Impost Fee Reserve, to be repaid at 2.5 % through the charge. The council will also endorse the proposed engagement plan for Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) energy projects and give direction on further engagement requirements. A resolution will be adopted requesting the provincial government to examine landlord‑tenant reforms aimed at balancing small‑scale landlords and tenants.
- Emma Street Local Improvement Special Charge – By‑law 2025‑21 and $458,101.49 internal loan
- Endorsement of IESO procurement and municipal support engagement plan
- Resolution requesting provincial action on landlord‑tenant reform
- Consent agenda items including council remuneration and utility annual reports
- By‑law 2025‑23 to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee
The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee met to receive updates from the Campaign Cabinet, including donor wall and atrium ideas and the plan to begin the fundraising campaign on March 1. Members discussed the target of raising 50 % of the $2 million goal before making recommendations to Council. The agenda included confirming the meeting schedule, noting the cancellation of the March 4 meeting, and confirming that no presentations were scheduled.
- Campaign Cabinet updates: donor wall and atrium concepts presented
- Goal to raise 50 % of the $2 million renewal target before Council recommendation
- Fundraising campaign slated to start March 1
- March 4 meeting cancelled; next meeting set for March 18 at 1 p.m.
- No presentations scheduled for this meeting
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will establish a Committee of Revision for capital projects under Ontario Regulation 586/06. Council will consider two borrowing by‑laws, one to issue $3,750,000 debt for the FCM Green Municipal Fund loan and another to issue a revolving term loan up to $19,500,000 from the Royal Bank of Canada for the W.J. Henderson Project. Council will vote on the Creekford Developments application, including adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 49, zoning‑by‑law changes, and approval of a draft subdivision plan (D12‑294) for 584 residential units with new streets, parkland, and infrastructure upgrades.
- Establish Committee of Revision (By‑law 2025‑18) for 2022‑2026 term
- Borrowing By‑law 2025‑13 to approve $3,750,000 debt for FCM Green Municipal Fund loan (W.J. Henderson Project)
- Borrowing By‑law 2025‑19 to approve up to $19,500,000 revolving term loan from RBC (W.J. Henderson Project)
- Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 49 (by‑law 2025‑16) redesignating Creekford lands to medium‑density residential
- Approve Creekford zoning‑by‑law amendments (by‑law 2025‑17) and draft subdivision plan D12‑294 for 584 units
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider and approve several consent applications for Emma Street, including new lot creation and lot additions for Lots 215‑216 Plan‑91. It will also hear a consent for a farm surplus at 1829 County Road 5 and a minor variance for 124 Sherwood Avenue. All approvals are subject to conditions set out by the Development Services Division.
- D10-005-2024 – 1829 County Road 5 – Consent – Farm Surplus
- D13-001-2025 – 124 Sherwood Avenue – Minor Variance
- D10-020-2024 & D10-021-2024 – Emma Street – Consent (New Lot) for Lots 215‑216 Plan‑91
- D10-018-2024 – Emma Street – Consent (Lot Addition) for Block 34 29M‑057 & Lots 215‑216 Plan‑91
- D10-019-2024 – Emma Street – Consent (Lot Addition) for Block 31 29M‑057 & Lots 215‑216 Plan‑91
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will discuss allocating Housing Accelerator Funding for staff time and transit services. The meeting includes proposals to remove holding symbols for Lakeside Gardens and Lakeside Phase 8 developments, as well as updates to human resources and corporate policy frameworks.
- Proposed use of Housing Accelerator Funding for staff time (max $200,000) and Loyalist Link transit expenses (up to $171,000)
- Request to remove holding symbols for Lakeside Gardens Stages 3 and 4 (By-Law 2025-8) and Lakeside Phase 8 Stage 2 (By-Law 2025-9)
- Approval of community grants including $100,000 for Amherst Island Agricultural Society
- Proposed adoption of Flexible Work Arrangements, Volunteering Time Off, and Non-Union Compensation Administration policies
- Adoption of a new draft Corporate Policy Framework
Community Grant Committee
The Loyalist Township Community Grant Committee will review and vote on 14 applications for funding totaling over $200,000. The body will also appoint a chair and vice-chair for the 2025 term.
- Amherst Island Agricultural Society requesting $89,000 for fairgrounds infrastructure
- Gibson Family Health Care Charitable Foundation requesting $100,000 for wheelchair accessible bus
- Amherstview Lions Club requesting $5,504 for Santa Claus Parade
- Bath Gardening Club and Horticultural Society requesting $4,948 for Sunday Market
- Morningstar Relief Mission Inc. requesting $10,000 for meal services
W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee
The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee will confirm its agenda, adopt the minutes from the January 22 meeting, and receive the updated Terms of Reference for the committee. It will also discuss updates from the Campaign Cabinet, the case statement and potential centre renaming, and donor‑recognition policies. The meeting will set the next session for March 4, 2025.
- Adopt updated Terms of Reference for the Fundraising Committee (Resolution W.J. 2025-8)
- Provide updates from the Campaign Cabinet, including recruitment and donation policies
- Discuss and recommend finalizing the Case Statement and renaming the centre
- Approve the rationale and approach to donor recognition on the donor wall
- Appoint John Armitage as Chair of the Campaign Cabinet Working Group (Resolution W.J. 2025-12)
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will consider the Amherstview West Secondary Plan, including an Official Plan Amendment, a Zoning By‑law Amendment, and Urban Design Guidelines for the area bounded by Taylor‑Kidd Boulevard, Bath Road, Parrott’s Bay Conservation Area and County Road 6. The meeting also includes a by‑law to lift part‑lot control for Block 106 in Lakeside Ponds Phase 2 Stage 3 and a by‑law to authorize a Hydro easement at 363 Amherst Drive for the Amherstview Fire Station. Additional items address a council composition and ward‑boundary review, revised fundraising policies, and the development of proposed service‑level standards for asset management.
- Adopt Amherstview West Official Plan Amendment (By‑law 2025‑11) and Zoning By‑law Amendment (By‑law 2025‑10)
- Adopt Amherstview West Urban Design Guidelines
- By‑law 2025‑7 to lift part‑lot control for Block 106, Lakeside Ponds Phase 2 Stage 3
- By‑law 2025‑12 to authorize Hydro easement at 363 Amherst Drive for Amherstview Fire Station
- Council composition and ward‑boundary review interim report and directive for public engagement
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will confirm its agenda and adopt the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting. It will then hear two applications on Emma Street: a consent for a new lot (D10‑020‑2024 & D10‑021‑2024) and a consent for lot additions (D10‑018‑2024 & D10‑019‑2024), both affecting Lots 215‑216 on Plan 91. No other items are listed for decision at this meeting.
- Confirmation of the agenda for the February 3, 2025 meeting
- Adoption of the minutes of the January 6, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
- Consent (new lot) D10‑020‑2024 & D10‑021‑2024 – Emma Street – Lots 215‑216, Plan 91
- Consent (lot addition) D10‑018‑2024 & D10‑019‑2024 – Emma Street – Lots 215‑216, Plan 91
East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board
The East Lennox & Addington OPP Detachment Board will appoint a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, confirm the agenda, and adopt the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive the Detachment’s annual and Q4 reports and be asked to give direction on legislated items. The Board will refer comments on a draft remuneration and expense reimbursement policy to the Secretary/Treasurer for finalization, and approve member attendance at OAPSB Zone 2 meetings and conferences.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 (names to be filled in)
- Adoption of the November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
- Receipt of the Detachment’s Annual and Q4 reports as information
- Referral of comments on the Draft Remuneration and Expense Reimbursement Policy for finalization
- Approval of attendance at OAPSB Zone 2 meetings and conferences, with budget authority to the Board Chair
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Council will consider an additional budget request for the Odessa West Reconstruction Project, approving $265,000 from the General Capital Reserve and up to $215,000 from the Water Rate reserve, $55,000 from the Sewer Rate reserve, with the balance funded by new debt financing. The meeting also includes a decision to fund a Fleet Condition and Needs Study up to $25,000, adopt By-law 2025-04 amending the Miscellaneous Fees and Charges By-law, and approve the use of funding authorized by Resolution 2024-266 for initial program items. Routine items such as the Consent Agenda and confirmation of meeting minutes are also on the agenda.
- Additional Budget Request – Odessa West Reconstruction Project: $265,000 from General Capital Reserve, plus up to $215,000 Water Rate reserve, $55,000 Sewer Rate reserve, and debt financing
- Fleet Condition and Needs Study funded up to $25,000 from the Fleet and Equipment Reserve Fund
- Miscellaneous Fees and Charges By-law Update – enact By-law 2025-04 to amend By-law 2022-006
- Use of Approved Funding for Initial Program Items – approve funding under Resolution 2024-266
- By-law 2025-6 to confirm the proceedings of this Council meeting
W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee
The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee will discuss renaming the facility to the W.J. Henderson Community Centre and adopt Terms of Reference for a new Campaign Cabinet working group. The committee will also recommend these items to Loyalist Township Council.
- Recommend renaming W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre to W.J. Henderson Community Centre
- Adopt Terms of Reference for Campaign Cabinet (Working Group)
- Recommend Council adopt updated Terms of Reference for the Fundraising Committee
- Appoint John Armitage as Chair of the Campaign Cabinet
- Meeting held at Odessa Board Room, 263 Main Street
Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
The Council will consider a by‑law (2025‑1) to approve temporary borrowing measures and forward Forms 348 and 349 to the Royal Bank of Canada. Other agenda items include a closed‑session discussion of the disposition of Loyalist Park and 240 County Road 4, a proposal to change civic addresses on Edgewood Road, the appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor for 2024‑2028, and authorisation of a Green Municipal Fund loan for the W.J. Henderson Renewal Project. The meeting also includes staff introductions and routine consent‑agenda approvals.
- Closed Session: potential disposition of Loyalist Park and 240 County Road 4
- Civic Addressing Changes – Edgewood Road (new road names and address re‑numbering)
- 2025 Temporary Borrowing By‑law (By‑law 2025‑1) with Forms 348/349 sent to Royal Bank of Canada
- Appointment of Baker Tilly KDN LLP as auditor for fiscal years 2024‑2028 (By‑law 2025‑2)
- Authorization of Green Municipal Fund loan for W.J. Henderson Renewal Project
W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee
The W.J. Henderson Recreation Centre Renewal Fundraising Committee will confirm its agenda, appoint a Chair and Vice‑Chair for the year, and adopt the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. The committee will also discuss the case statement, terms of reference for advisory and steering committees, gift chart and donor levels, naming opportunities, and leadership recruitment. No presentations are scheduled, and the meeting is hybrid with public participation allowed.
- Appointment of Chair for 2025
- Appointment of Vice‑Chair for 2025
- Adoption of minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting
- Discussion of case statement and terms of reference for advisory/steering committees
- Discussion of gift chart/donor levels and naming opportunities
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on two minor variance applications and two land severance requests. The body will also appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for the committee.
- Minor variance for Our Lady Mt. Carmel Catholic School at 97 Park Crescent regarding drive aisle width and garbage enclosure setback
- Minor variance for 1280 County Road 4 to allow a detached garage closer to the street line than the main building
- Severance application for 288 Wilson Road (Rachel Mulrooney)
- Severance application for 300 Wilson Road (Gord Warner)