Madawaska Valley public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application for 96 Murray Park Street that seeks to increase the maximum roof height from 5.0 m to 6.7 m. It will also consider a minor variance application for 448D Long Lake Road that seeks to reduce the minimum lot size from 4,050 m² to 3,850 m². Recommendations are to approve both applications subject to the conditions identified in the reports.
- Minor variance A-24-10 – increase roof height to 6.7 m at 96 Murray Park Street
- Minor variance A-24-11 – reduce minimum lot size to 3,850 m² at 448D Long Lake Road
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss a services agreement with the Ontario Clean Water Agency for Barry’s Bay facilities. The body is also considering resolutions to request provincial and federal funding redistribution for infrastructure and OPP costs.
- By-law 2024-91: Services Agreement with Ontario Clean Water Agency for Barry’s Bay water and wastewater systems
- Resolution requesting redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST for infrastructure funding
- Resolution requesting the Ontario Government reabsorb OPP costs for small rural municipalities
- Staff Awards Presentation at 11:00 AM
- In-camera discussion of Human Resources Audit by Kellie Howe, Cornerstones
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee will consider several operational items, including a $22,000 private roads grant for 2025, a decision not to proceed with the Beanish Street design RFP costing $84,721.75, and approval of a second entrance permit for 120 Walker Street. It will also recommend that the township reject the County of Renfrew Road Rationalization Assessment and retain Forbes Symon of Jp2g for a $25,000 zoning bylaw review.
- Private Roads Grant 2025 recommendation for $22,000 budget allocation
- Beanish Street RFP 2024-15 not proceeded, amount $84,721.75 (HST included)
- Second Entrance Permit 2024-18 approved for 120 Walker Street
- Recommendation to reject County of Renfrew Road Rationalization Assessment
- Retention of Forbes Symon of Jp2g for $25,000 zoning bylaw review
Committee of Adjustment
The Madawaska Valley Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks to raise the maximum height of a detached garage at 314 Sandy Shores Trail from 5.0 m to 5.33 m. The second seeks to reduce the water setback for a reconstruction at 75 Four Wheel Drive Lane from 30 m to approximately 10 m. The committee will vote to approve or deny each application.
- Minor Variance A‑24‑08: increase detached garage height to 5.33 m at 314 Sandy Shores Trail
- Minor Variance A‑24‑09: reduce water setback to ~10 m for reconstruction at 75 Four Wheel Drive Lane
- Both applications must satisfy the four tests of a minor variance under the Planning Act
- Committee will decide to grant or deny each application
- No agency or public comments were received for either application
Blue Box Transition Ad Hoc Committee
The Blue Box Transition Ad Hoc Committee will adopt its agenda and then receive updates on several key topics. Members will discuss the Service Level and Common Collection Locations (CCL) surveys due November 29, 2024, the anticipated 2025 Blue Box budget and FoodCycler program, the status of the Greenview agreement/tender, depot operations finances, non‑eligible source material management, and the promotion and education program.
- Service Level and CCL surveys with a November 29, 2024 deadline
- 2025 budget anticipated costs and FoodCycler update
- Greenview agreement/tender status and Emterra role
- Depot operations review (operations and financials)
- Promotion & education program for Blue Box service
Regular Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council will adopt the agenda, approve subdivision conditions for Lakewoods Phase 3 (Application File No. 47‑T‑15003) and Chippawa Phase 2 (Application File No. 47‑T‑23001), and pass two resolutions: one urging the province to update the Municipal Elections Act before summer 2025, and another requesting provincial collaboration on a new child‑welfare funding formula. The meeting also includes the consent agenda items, confirmation of By‑Law 2024‑89, and routine reports.
- Approve township conditions for Lakewoods Subdivision Phase 3 (File No. 47‑T‑15003)
- Approve township conditions for Chippawa Subdivision Phase 2 (File No. 47‑T‑23001)
- Resolution urging the province to modernize the Municipal Elections Act by summer 2025
- Resolution requesting provincial consultation on an equitable child‑welfare funding formula (referencing a $1.59 million cut and $963,603 reduction)
- Adopt By‑Law 2024‑89 confirming the council proceedings
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee will adopt the agenda, file minutes from local recreation committees, and approve several financial items. It will authorize the Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure of $17,160.86 across four work orders and a $3,457.24 payment to HEWSF Engineering Services. The council will also approve a donation request from the St Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation for its Tree of Lights event and pass two by‑laws: a lease agreement for the Maplehaus Canteen at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre and a confirming by‑law for the meeting proceedings.
- Approve Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure of $17,160.86 (work orders 4142209, 4050042, 4050046, 4050041)
- Approve payment of $3,457.24 (HST included) to HEWSF Engineering Services (INV00000042931)
- Approve donation request from St Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation for Tree of Lights event
- Pass By‑law 2024‑87 authorizing lease agreement with Maplehaus Rustic Banquet Hall for the PJYCC Canteen
- Pass By‑law 2024‑88 confirming the Council in Committee proceedings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review two minor variance applications. The first concerns a new dwelling at 77 Drevnoik Road, seeking to lower the high‑water setback from 30 metres to 27 metres. The second concerns a private garage at 500 Mary Ann Lane, seeking to lower the water setback from 30 metres to 12 metres and includes conditions for a sediment barrier and a one‑year permit issuance. No public comments were received for either application.
- Minor variance – 77 Drevnoik Road – reduce high‑water setback for new dwelling from 30 m to 27 m, subject to construction per sketch and Chief Building Official approval.
- Minor variance – 500 Mary Ann Lane – reduce water setback for new garage from 30 m to 12 m, require sediment barrier, and issue building permit within 1 year, subject to sketch compliance and Chief Building Official approval.
Regular Council Meeting
The Regular Council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from previous meetings. It will consider draft approval conditions for the Chippawa Phase 2 and Lakewoods Phase 3 subdivisions. Council will vote on a $26,880 HR review proposal from Cornerstones Management Solutions Limited. Several by‑laws will be read and passed, including a snowmobile club MOU, an electricity customer agreement, a development agreement for Lots 19‑20, and a temporary road closure for the Santa Claus Parade.
- Approve HR Review Proposal from Cornerstones Management Solutions Limited for $26,880
- By‑law 2024‑79: Authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with Peterson Pathfinders Snowmobile Club
- By‑law 2024‑80: Authorize execution of an Electricity Customer Agreement with Ontario Wholesale Energy Gas & Electric
- By‑law 2024‑81: Authorize a Development Agreement for Parts 1‑14 of Lots 19‑20, Concession 6, Jones Township
- By‑law 2024‑85: Approve temporary road closure for the Santa Claus Parade
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council will adopt the agenda, hold a closed‑session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, and pass By‑law 2024-78 to confirm the actions taken at this meeting. The meeting also includes a direction to staff and an adjournment.
- Adoption of the agenda as presented
- Closed‑session (in‑camera) to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual
- Direction to staff following the closed session
- Adoption of By‑law 2024-78 confirming the meeting’s proceedings
- Adjournment of the Special Council meeting
Public Meeting
The council is reviewing two rezoning applications to satisfy conditions for County of Renfrew severance applications. Both items are recommended for information and tentative approval at the October 16, 2024 Council meeting.
- Proposed rezoning of 7827B Palmer Road from Limited Service Residential (LSR) and Rural (RU) to Residential One (R1)
- Proposed rezoning of part of 469 Cybulski Road from Rural (RU) to Rural-Exception Forty-Two (RU-E42)
- Requirement for a 50-metre minimum front yard depth and 20-metre vegetative buffer at 469 Cybulski Road
- Application fee of $1,500.00 submitted for the Palmer Road amendment
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee is reviewing several operational contracts and infrastructure updates. Key discussions include a proposed 3.9% cost-of-living adjustment for the municipal wage grid and the awarding of a roads need study.
- Awarding RFQ 2024-12 for Roads Need Study to JP2G Consultants Inc. for $22,537.85
- Awarding Dry Hydrant Installation at Dam Lake to Crosstown Construction Inc. for $12,330 plus HST
- Proposed 3.9% COLA increase to the municipal wage grid effective January 1, 2025
- Proposed Memorandum of Understanding with Peterson Pathfinders for snowmobile trail use
- By-laws 2024-75 and 2024-76 regarding land acquisition and road allowance for Kubesheski Road
Regular Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, approve a consent agenda, and consider four by‑laws covering a septic system inspector, false‑alarm fees, park committee terms, and a park committee MOU. It will also vote on a resolution requesting MFIPPA modernization and a resolution to exempt emergency vehicles from current emission standards. A library update will be presented.
- Resolution requesting the Ministry to review MFIPPA per AMCTO recommendations (Resolution 2024‑010)
- Resolution to roll back emission standards for emergency vehicles due to cost and supply issues
- By‑law 2024‑70 appointing an alternate Septic System Inspector (David Montrose)
- By‑law 2024‑71 establishing fees for false alarms requiring fire department response
- By‑law 2024‑72 establishing the Zurakowski Park Committee Terms of Reference
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee approved a contract for construction and demolition waste grinding at Bark Lake and discussed water system operations and staff appointments. The meeting also covered financial reports and the confirmation of previous council minutes.
- Contract award: Sittler Grinding Inc. for $36,387.70 (HST) for construction waste grinding at Bark Lake
- Appointment of David Montrose as alternate Septic System Inspector
- Promotion of Michael Hubers to Captain for the North Fire Hall
- Approval of Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure requests totaling $33,485.58
- Recommendation to retain Greenview Environmental Management for Blue Box Transition Committee services
Regular Council Meeting
The council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from earlier meetings. It will pass several by‑laws (2024‑63 to 2024‑67 and 2024‑68), including an encroachment agreement with Gerard Rumleskie and a services agreement with GAL Power Systems for the generator at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre. A joint health resolution urging Ontario to address the physician shortage will be adopted, and a presentation by the Canoe Procurement Group of Canada will be heard.
- Adopt the agenda as presented.
- Approve Council in Committee, Public, and Special Council meeting minutes from August 2024.
- Pass By‑law 2024‑63 Encroachment Agreement with Gerard Rumleskie.
- Pass By‑law 2024‑67 Services Agreement with GAL Power Systems Ottawa Ltd for the Generac generator at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre.
- Adopt the AMO/OMA Joint Health Resolution urging the Province of Ontario to recognize and fund physician shortages.
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council will seek direction and approval to proceed with emergency road repairs after flash flooding on August 18, 2024. Council will review Request for Quotation 2024‑13 for Perrier Road flood reconstruction and decide on the award. The meeting will also adopt By‑law 2024‑62 to confirm the proceedings of this Special Council meeting.
- Emergency road repairs required due to flash flooding on August 18, 2024
- RFQ 2024‑13: Perrier Road flood reconstruction contract (contractor and amount not specified)
- Adoption of By‑law 2024‑62 to confirm the Special Council meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council Meeting on August 16, 2024 will adopt By‑law 2024‑61 to formally confirm the actions taken at the meeting. A closed in‑camera session will be held to address staff matters, including a municipal contract for Capacity Engineering Representatives and a human‑resources update. Council will also direct staff on unspecified matters before adjourning.
- Adopt agenda as presented (Item 3.1)
- Enter closed in‑camera session to discuss Capacity Engineering contract and HR update (Item 5.1)
- Provide direction to staff on pending matters (Item 6.1)
- Adopt By‑law 2024‑61 confirming the proceedings of the special council meeting (Item 7.1)
- Adjourn the meeting (Item 8.1)
Public Meeting
The Township of Madawaska Valley is holding a statutory public meeting to review two zoning by‑law amendment applications. The first proposes to rezone 68 Blueberry Point Lane from Limited Service Residential to a new Limited Service Residential‑Exception Sixty‑Seven (LSR‑E67) zone, reducing front‑yard, side‑yard and private‑road setbacks to allow a limited‑service dwelling and septic system. The second proposes to rezone a parcel of Lots 193, Range B South adjacent to Zelneys Lake to the Limited Service Residential zone to identify private‑road access for severed lots. Draft by‑laws for both amendments will be forwarded to Council for approval at a future meeting.
- Zoning By‑law amendment for 68 Blueberry Point Lane – rezoning to LSR‑E67 with reduced front‑yard (3 m), side‑yard (1.6 m) and road setback (7 m).
- Draft by‑law for the Rumleskie amendment to be reviewed by Council at a later meeting.
- Zoning By‑law amendment for Lots 193, Range B South (H&N Enterprise) – rezoning to LSR to provide private‑road access.
- Public meeting conducted under Section 34 of the Planning Act; live‑streamed and open to public comment.
- Notice of appeal rights to the Ontario Land Tribunal as required by the Planning Act.
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee adopted its agenda and approved the 2023 draft financial statements. It authorized a $178,150.15 contract for crushed gravel with Bonnechere Excavating Inc. and a $92,160.54 roof replacement contract with Perth Roofing for the wastewater plant. Several by‑laws were passed, including By‑Law 2024‑55 through 2024‑59. Minutes from recent council and committee meetings were received and filed.
- Award Tender 2024‑11 Crushed Gravel to Bonnechere Excavating Inc. for $178,150.15 (incl. HST)
- Accept Tender for Wastewater Plant roof replacement by Perth Roofing for $92,160.54 (incl. HST)
- Pass By‑Law 2024‑55 (Shoreline Road Allowance), 2024‑56 (Risto Logging repeal), 2024‑57 (Suncor/Petro‑Canada lease extension), 2024‑58 (Gibson zoning amendment), 2024‑59 (Serco Canada agreement)
- Receive and approve 2023 Draft Financial Statements presented by MacKillican & Associates
- Adopt agenda and file minutes from Barry's Bay BIA, Recreation Committee, and recent council meetings
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is considering a minor variance application to increase the maximum height of an aircraft and accessory storage building from 5.0 to 6.0 metres. Staff recommend refusing the application, arguing the structure is not a residential accessory building and does not meet water setback requirements.
- Minor Variance Application A-24-03: request to increase building height from 5.0m to 6.0m at 127 Annie Mayhew Road
- Proposed construction of a 1,680 square foot airplane hangar/storage building
- Staff recommendation to refuse Application A-24-03
- Discussion of 30-metre water setback requirement for buildings along the Madawaska River
Special Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Special Council meeting includes discussions on adopting several new by-laws. Key items involve an updated asset management plan for tax-supported infrastructure and an energy conservation demand management plan.
- By-law 2024-51: Adoption of an Asset Management Plan for all tax-supported assets
- By-law 2024-52: Adoption of an Energy Conservation Demand Management Plan
- By-law 2024-53: Agreement with AMO Canada Community-Building Fund
- Infrastructure portfolio estimated replacement value of approximately $122 million
- Annual spending forecast of $1.2 million required to maintain asset performance
Committee of Adjustment - Minor Variance
The Committee of Adjustment is considering two minor variance applications. The first involves reducing side yard setbacks for a new home and septic system, and the second involves a cottage expansion near the Carson Lake high-water mark.
- Variance for 130 Sandy Shores Trail to reduce exterior side yard width from 7.5m to 3.0m for a dwelling/septic and 5.0m for a garage
- Variance for 23 Palubiski Lane to permit a 216 sq ft screened porch 18m from the Carson Lake high-water mark
- Variance for 23 Palubiski Lane to permit a 108 sq ft addition 22m from the Carson Lake high-water mark
Regular Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council is reviewing the 2024 Asset Management Plan and the 2024 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning by-law amendments and several policy adoptions.
- Approval of 2024 Asset Management Plan for tax-supported assets valued at $122 million
- Approval of 2024 Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan
- Zoning By-law Amendments for Hudder (By-law 2024-48) and Olsheski (By-law 2024-49)
- Adoption of Video Surveillance and Digital Signature policies
- Proposed $20,000 donation to St. Francis Memorial Hospital redevelopment campaign
Public Meeting
The municipality is holding a public meeting to discuss two zoning amendment applications. The first involves reducing a dwelling setback near an extractive industrial zone, and the second involves rezoning land for residential and commercial use.
- Rezoning request for Rubyville Road to reduce dwelling setback from 150m to 30m
- Rezoning of 19328-34 Highway 60 and 13 Olsheski Service Road from Highway Commercial to Residential and Commercial zones
- Public hearing for Calvin Hudder's application regarding Lot 23, Concession 3
- Public hearing for Joseph Olsheski's application regarding Lots 185 and 186, Range B North
Special Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council will discuss By-Law 2024-44, which establishes rules for the placement of shipping and storage containers on properties. The meeting also includes a discussion on a Request for Proposals (RFP) to update the municipal Zoning By-law.
- By-Law 2024-44: Limits residential zones to one storage container and limits other zones to one container per 4,050 square metres (maximum of four)
- Zoning By-law Update: Council to provide feedback on a draft RFP by June 17, 2024
- In-camera session regarding solicitor-client privilege, personnel matters, litigation, and land acquisition
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee is reviewing several infrastructure tenders and a presentation on food waste diversion. The meeting includes discussions on road surface treatments, culvert installations, and new municipal policies.
- Tender 2024-09: $157,946.88 for road surface treatment by Greenwood Paving
- Tender 2024-08: $58,928.37 for a 2023 Ram 1500 Classic by Vance Motors
- Tender 2024-07: $406,033.35 for Hopefield Road culverts by McCrea Excavating
- OCWA expenditure request: $5,142.13 for drinking water and wastewater systems
- Presentation: FoodCycler Municipal Solutions regarding food waste diversion
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will meet to pass several by-laws, including the 2024 municipal tax rates and a grant agreement for Canada Summer Jobs. The agenda also includes resolutions calling on provincial and federal governments to address rural infrastructure deficits and property tax assessment cycles.
- By-law 2024-38: Establishing 2024 Municipal Tax Rates
- By-law 2024-39: Canada Summer Jobs grant funding agreement
- By-law 2024-40: Acquisition of land for Old Barry's Bay Road as a public highway
- By-law 2024-41: Private road agreement with H & N Enterprise Development Inc.
- Delegation regarding confirmed invasive species
Public Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council is holding a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for a property in Radcliffe Township. The proposal seeks to convert an existing cottage into a sleeping cabin to allow for the future construction of a new dwelling.
- Zoning amendment for 30B Bobolink Lane (Lot 6, Plan 236)
- Conversion of existing cottage to a sleeping cabin
- Increase of gross floor area from 25 to 60 square metres
- Reduction of minimum water setback from 30 metres to 25 metres
- Ontario Power Generation (OPG) reported no concerns
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee meeting includes discussions on infrastructure improvements, municipal equipment procurement, and community development projects. The agenda also covers administrative reports from local boards and various municipal department updates.
- Widening of Madawaska River Drive to improve emergency vehicle access
- Purchase of a Caterpillar 140 VR model grader for $482,519
- Installation of a new playground structure from Henderson Recreation Equipment Ltd for $118,636.09
- Proposed increase in Building Permit fees effective January 01, 2025
- Acceptance of a $22,906.72 donation from the Roger and Kate Kropf Family Trust for a boat launch dock
Committee of Adjustment - Minor Variance
The Committee of Adjustment is considering a minor variance application for 105 Rays Lane. The applicant seeks to reduce the minimum required front yard depth for a single detached dwelling from 7.5 metres to 5.0 metres.
- Minor Variance Application A-24-02 (Mask) for 105 Rays Lane
- Reduction of front yard depth from 7.5 metres to 5.0 metres
- Proposed new single detached dwelling on 1.25 acres
Public Meeting
The Township is considering an amendment to the Zoning By-law to add a formal definition for 'Storage Container' and restrict their use. The proposal would permit these containers as accessory storage in specific zones, such as Rural and Industrial, while removing them from the Commercial (C) Zone.
- Proposed definition of 'Storage Container' to include shipping containers, sea cans, and marine cargo containers
- Proposed restriction of storage containers and trailers to accessory use in HC, TC, GM, EM, EMR, DM1, DM2, and RU zones
- Proposed removal of storage container use from the Commercial (C) Zone
- Public hearing regarding the impact of the proposed ban on residential and commercial properties
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is considering several infrastructure tenders for ramp replacements and reviewing resolutions regarding provincial funding for libraries, museums, and accessibility. The meeting also includes discussions on waste site monitoring reports and various municipal by-laws.
- Tender for Library Ramp Replacement: $63,290.17 to Knight Builders
- Tender for Railway Station Ramp Replacement: $29,095.24 to Knight Builders
- Resolution supporting increased provincial funding for libraries and museums
- Resolution supporting a Municipal Accessibility Fund for AODA standards
- Approval of $500 bursary for Madawaska Valley District High School
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee will review a proposal for a housing-enabling water systems grant and consider purchasing a new Kubota zero-turn mower. Other items include a fishing tournament delegation and road and wastewater reports.
- Approval of $22,487.00 for a new Kubota zero-turn mower from Huckabone Equipment LTD
- Proposal to apply for the Housing Enabling Water Systems Fund Grant (HEWSF) for Trader Lane
- Delegation from Old School Championship Bass Club regarding a July 20 fishing tournament
- Request to close Highway 60 in Barry's Bay on May 18, 2024, for Bay Day
- Declaration of a 1994 Tanker Truck from the South Fire Hall as surplus
Committee of Adjustment - Minor Variance
The Committee of Adjustment approved a minor variance for Thomas and Wendy Vlasic to build a private garage. The decision allows the garage to be set back 1.0 metre from the exterior side lot line instead of the required 7.5 metres.
- Minor Variance A-24-01: reduction of exterior side yard width from 7.5m to 1.0m
- Condition: proposed garage must be at least 1.0 metre from the exterior side lot line
- Condition: applicant must remove any structures from the adjacent road allowance
- Condition: building permit must be issued within one year of the decision
Regular Council Meeting
Council will review the final 2024 municipal budget, which includes a recommended General Tax Levy of $4,706,201. The meeting also includes decisions on several service budgets, fee schedules, and zoning updates.
- Approval of 2024 General Tax Levy of $4,706,201
- By-law 2024-18 establishing a new Schedule of Fees and Charges
- Zoning By-law update regarding the definition and use of shipping containers
- Approval of $17,600 for new ductwork at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre
- Adoption of 2024 budgets for water, wastewater, curbside pickup, and transfer stations
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee is reviewing the 2024 draft budget for water and wastewater systems, which includes a proposed 2% rate increase. Members are also reviewing annual monitoring reports for the Bark Lake, Paugh Lake, and Wilno waste disposal sites.
- Proposed 2% rate increase for the 2024 Water and Wastewater Systems Rate Budget
- 2023 Annual Monitoring Reports for Bark Lake, Paugh Lake, and Wilno waste sites
- $203.91 expenditure request for Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) Work Order #3764547
- Road closure request for Opeongo Square from Stafford St to Opeongo Road on August 31, 2024
- MMAH Financial Indicator Review presentation by Alexander Jones
Special Council Meeting
Council is reviewing the 2024 draft municipal operating and capital budgets. The meeting includes discussions on allocating specific funds for road construction and approving rate increases for transfer station and curbside pickup services.
- Approval of 2024 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets with a $4,696,301 General Levy
- Allocation of $123,465 from Canada Building Fund for Maika/Annie Mayhew and Cybulskie Road projects
- Allocation of $269,952 from Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund for Hopefield Road Reconstruction
- Proposed 3% increase for 2024 Transfer Station Area Rate budgets
- Proposed 3% increase for 2024 Curbside Pickup Area Rate budgets
Special Council Meeting
The Madawaska Valley Council will meet to review a presentation of the 2024 draft municipal operating and capital budget. This budget includes details regarding the transfer station and curbside services.
- Presentation of the 2024 Draft Municipal Operating and Capital Budget
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will review landfill closure cost estimates and Bark Lake expansion plans presented by Pinchin Ltd. They are also set to consider the 2024 Madawaska Valley Public Library draft budget and several new by-laws regarding staff remuneration and subdivision agreements.
- Pinchin Ltd. presentation on Bark Lake Waste Disposal Site capacity and closure estimates
- 2024 Draft Budget for the Madawaska Valley Public Library
- By-law 2024-11: Lakewoods Phase 2 Subdivision Agreement
- By-law 2024-09: 2024 Council Remuneration
- By-law 2024-13: 2024 Township Officers and Non-Unionized Staff Remuneration
Public Meeting
Council is reviewing a zoning by-law amendment for 341 Babinski Road. The proposal seeks to rezone the retained parcel from Rural (RU) to Limited Service Residential (LSR) to identify Little Bark Bay Drive as private road access.
- Zoning amendment for 341 Babinski Road (Lots 19 and 20, Concession 6)
- Rezoning from Rural (RU) to Limited Service Residential (LSR)
- Identification of Little Bark Bay Drive as private road access
- Connection to severance applications B210/22, B211/22, and B212/22
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee will review several operational reports, including public works and water management. Key discussions include a request for a new fire truck, a bridge realignment study, and various community donation requests.
- Proposed $90,000 procurement of a fire truck from Battleshield Industries
- Request for $175,000 from Renfrew County for the Opeongo Line/Bay Street realignment
- Approval of $7,516.13 for Ontario Clean Water Agency expenditure requests
- Proposed additional entrance for Rogers Cellular on Kubesheski Road
- Delegations regarding the Wilno Heritage Park Covered Bridge and Canada Court
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider concurrence for a proposed Rogers wireless communication site. They will also discuss transferring $49,000 from the Bark Lake Expansion waste disposal budget to the landfill rehabilitation reserve.
- Proposed Rogers wireless communication site C8616
- $49,000 budget transfer for landfill rehabilitation
- Interim Tax Levy By-Law 2024-03
- St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation presentation
- Madawaska Valley Wolves delegation
Public Meeting
Council is reviewing a report regarding a Zoning By-Law Amendment for the St. Francis Herb Farm property. The proposal seeks to rezone a portion of the land from General Industrial to Community Facility to allow the Madawaska Valley Food Bank to relocate there. A draft by-law will be brought to the February 6, 2024, Committee Meeting.
- Zoning amendment for 50 Lane Street, Barry's Bay
- Rezoning from General Industrial (GM) to Community Facility (CF)
- Proposed relocation of the Madawaska Valley Food Bank
- Proposed use of a 20'x50' trailer for the food bank
Council in Committee
The Council in Committee is reviewing several operational reports and upcoming decisions. Key items include the appointment of a new Fire Captain, a tender for accessible picnic tables, and a boundary road agreement with Hastings Highlands.
- Acceptance of $37,091.12 tender from Park N Play Designs for 16 accessible outdoor picnic tables
- Appointment of Monika Sawaik as Fire Captain for the South Hall
- By-Law 2024-01 regarding a Boundary Road Agreement with Hastings Highlands
- Approval of the 2022 Financial Statements audited by Jason Healey
- Public Works report regarding a watermain break at 143 Siberia Rd on December 26, 2023