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Mapleton public meetings in 2021

34 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 15, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on two minor variance applications for garage and bakery

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two minor variance applications. The first seeks relief from floor area and height limits to build a large three-story garage at 7 Centre Street, Glen Allan. The second requests a floor area increase for an existing bakery at 7284 Third Line, Yatton. The committee will also confirm minutes from the previous meeting.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Dec 14, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to adopt 2022 budget, fees by-law, and auditor appointment

Mapleton Council will consider adopting the revised three-year operating budget (2020-2022) with capital forecast, a new fees and charges by-law, and the appointment of RLB LLP as auditor. They will also receive planning reports for two zoning by-law amendments, a presentation on Wellington County's safety and well-being plan, and approve building department staffing and vehicle purchase. The meeting includes several routine administrative items and a closed session for personal matters.

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PMD Arena, Drayton
Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to decide on three land consent applications and new procedural by-law

Mapleton Council will consider supporting three land division consent applications (B92-21, B93-21, B100-21) with conditions, hear presentations from conservation authorities and emergency management, and vote on a new procedural by-law and a zoning amendment. The meeting also includes accepting winter maintenance compensation for Wellington Road 45 and nominating a representative to a source protection committee.

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Mapleton Council Chamber
Thu Nov 18, 2021 · 06:00 PM

Community Budget Workshop @ PMD Arena

Mapleton hosts community budget workshop for resident input

The Township of Mapleton is holding a community budget workshop to present budget information and gather public input. The agenda includes a presentation by the Director of Finance, followed by delegations and an open forum for questions and comments from the public and press.

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PMD Arena, Drayton
Wed Nov 10, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on reduced setback for feed mill storage addition

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider minor variance application A2021-13 from Spectrum Feed Services Ltd. for 58-62 McGivern Street, Moorefield. The applicant seeks to reduce the required interior side yard setback from 20 m to 7.49 m to build an addition to an existing storage building. Staff and County planners have expressed no concerns. The committee will decide to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve the application.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Nov 9, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Mapleton Council discusses budget, zoning, and community funding

The Council will review the second draft of the budget book and proposed water and wastewater rates for 2022-2023. The agenda includes a land division consent application and several community funding requests through the Parks and Recreation Committee.

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Mapleton Council Chamber
Tue Oct 19, 2021 · 06:00 PM

Special Council Meeting: Education Session

Mapleton Council reviews 2022 fees and draft budget in education session

This is a special council meeting held as an education session, where council receives and discusses the 2022 Fees and Charges Schedules A–K, the first draft operating budget for 2020–2022, and the capital forecast for 2022–2031. The agenda includes a presentation by the Director of Finance and council discussion, followed by a confirmatory by-law. No formal decisions are made; the purpose is to educate council members on the proposed fees and budget.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Oct 12, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider consent applications, crosswalk request, and 2022 budget draft

Mapleton Council will decide on two consent applications for lot line adjustments on a former CN rail corridor, hear a delegation requesting a lit crosswalk and crossing guard on County Road 17 in Alma, and receive reports on the 2022 draft budget, fees and charges, and a proposed partnership with the Drayton Rotary Club for a Queen Street park development.

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Alma Community Centre
Tue Sep 28, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on $2.96M water tower debenture and rural school zone speed limits

Mapleton Council will consider several by-laws, including a $2,961,000 debenture for the Drayton Water Tower and a by-law to reduce speed limits to 60 km/h in rural school zones. They will also hear a presentation from Hospice Wellington and receive committee minutes and correspondence. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a confirmatory by-law.

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Moorefield Community Center, 15 Ball Ave. Moorefield
Wed Sep 15, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on 2,000 sq ft storage shed variance in Natural Environment zone

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider minor variance application A2021-10, which seeks to allow a 2,000 sq ft storage shed in a Natural Environment zone where 500 sq ft is permitted, plus a building height increase to 18 feet. The application was deferred from the August 11 meeting pending further information. The committee will also confirm the minutes of the previous meeting and handle routine administrative matters.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Sep 14, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider Glen Allan subdivision and several zoning by-laws

Mapleton Council will hold public meetings and consider zoning by-law amendments for the Glen Allan subdivision and three other properties, plus a consent application. They will also vote on several administrative items including the 2022 calendar, a boundary road agreement with Woolwich Township, and a site plan agreement. The meeting includes a closed session for legal advice.

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Moorefield Community Center, 15 Ball Ave. Moorefield
Wed Sep 8, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Special Council Meeting [Education Session]

Council to review growth forecasts and planning maps for Mapleton to 2051

Council is holding an education session to receive a presentation from GSP Group planners on the Mapleton Growth Summary, which includes growth forecasts, land inventory, and planning maps. The recommendation is to receive the presentation as information and endorse the portfolio of planning maps. A confirmatory by-law (2021-051) is also on the agenda to ratify the meeting's actions.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Aug 11, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on two minor variance applications for storage shed and barn addition

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing via Zoom to consider two minor variance applications. The first seeks permission for a 2,000 sq.ft. storage shed in a Natural Environment zone at 7835 Wellington Road 45, exceeding the 500 sq.ft. limit. The second requests an addition to a legal non-conforming broiler barn at 8299 Concession 3, which cannot meet the required setback from the Natural Environment zone. The committee will decide to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve each application.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Aug 10, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Mapleton Council to consider telecom tower, zoning changes, and debenture financing

The Township of Mapleton Council will review several planning applications, including a proposed 45-metre telecommunications tower by Xplornet, two zoning by-law amendments, and two consent applications. Council will also consider a motion to reduce speed limits near schools and parks, and authorize a debenture application for capital works.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Jul 14, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide manure storage tank variance at 8539 Concession 3

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on minor variance application A2021-09 by Maplevue Farms Inc. to build a new liquid manure storage tank at 8539 Concession 3, requiring relief from the Minimum Distance Separation (MDS 11) setback to the Hamlet of Lebanon. The committee will decide whether to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve the variance. The agenda also includes confirming minutes from the June 16 meeting and routine administrative items.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Jul 13, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Mapleton Council to hear Alma bypass opposition, consider traffic calming and voting changes

Mapleton Council is meeting to receive several delegations, including opposition to a proposed Highway 6 bypass through Alma, and to consider staff reports on building department staffing, AODA compliance, and fire department performance. Council will also vote on two site plan agreements and consider notices of motion on traffic calming, alternative voting methods, and school zone speed limits.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Jun 30, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to award Drayton Elevated Tank contract to Landmark Structure Co.

Mapleton Council will consider awarding the Drayton Elevated Tank contract (RFT-2021-05) to Landmark Structure Co., approve a zoning by-law amendment for a dog kennel, and decide on options for the Green and Inclusive Community Building Fund. The agenda also includes routine items like confirming minutes, receiving reports, and passing by-laws for drainage levies and a surplus road declaration.

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Wed Jun 16, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide three minor variance applications, including farm building setbacks

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three minor variance applications: a residential lot at 25 Edward Street, Drayton; a dairy farm at 7748 Wellington Road 8; and a shed manufacturing site at 8309 Wellington Road 7. The committee will decide whether to grant, refuse, or defer each variance, with decisions based on four statutory tests. The agenda also includes confirming the May 12, 2021 minutes and general business.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Jun 15, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Postponed - Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider Drayton Elevated Tank contract award and zoning change

Mapleton Council's June 15, 2021 regular meeting was postponed, but the agenda includes decisions on awarding a contract for the Drayton Elevated Tank, a zoning by-law amendment for a dog kennel, and several reports and by-laws. The meeting also includes a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment application.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Jun 1, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council reviews grant funding and CIMA design team instructions

This special council meeting focuses on reviewing the funding source, limitations, and application deadline for a grant program, as well as the original instructions and objectives given to the CIMA design team. The meeting includes public participation via open mic and councilor input, with the mayor explaining the format and next steps.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue May 25, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to receive 2020 year-end report, audited statements, and development charges update

Mapleton Council will receive several staff reports, including the 2020 year-end operating variances and surplus, the 2020 audited financial statements, and the 2020 Treasurer's Statement on the Development Charges Reserve Fund. Council will also hear presentations on PMD Arena AODA upgrades and a summary of 2020 key operating measures, and consider a zoning by-law amendment for Bear Claw. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a confirmatory by-law.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed May 12, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment to review garage and dairy barn applications

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications via Zoom. The first involves a garage construction at 17 Kumpville Dr E, and the second concerns a new dairy barn and manure storage at 7168 Wellington Road 10.

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Meeting conveyed via Zoom
Tue May 11, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning change, lighting tender, and 2021 tax rates

Mapleton Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for Soestdale Holsteins Inc. at 7198, 7194 & 7192 Wellington Road 10, award a tender for decorative pedestrian lighting in downtown Alma, and approve the final 2021 tax rates. The meeting also includes several routine reports and by-law readings.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Apr 27, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning change for 7609 Wellington Road 7

Mapleton Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for 7609 Wellington Road 7, allowing a temporary woodworking business and limiting accessory structures. They will also hear a climate change presentation, review a water tower design survey, and decide on planning fee changes.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Apr 14, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide two minor variance applications for farm and home additions

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two minor variance applications. One seeks relief from Minimum Distance Separation II setbacks to build a liquid manure storage and dairy barn at 7311 Third Line; the other requests a reduced front yard setback for a home addition at 7276 Eighth Line. The committee will decide whether to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve each application.

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Zoom videoconferencing
Tue Apr 13, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider four zoning amendments and a site plan agreement

Mapleton Council will hold public meetings for four zoning by-law amendments (ZBA2021-04 through 07) and consider passing two of them (ZBA2021-05 and 07) as by-laws. They will also vote on a site plan agreement with Yatton Enterprises Inc. and receive several staff reports and correspondence items.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Mar 23, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider reducing developer's letter of credit to $79,000 for Wyndott subdivision

Mapleton Council will receive a presentation on water and wastewater infrastructure, consider reducing a developer's letter of credit to $79,000, approve preliminary acceptance of a subdivision, and vote on several by-laws including temporary borrowing and cemetery fee changes. They will also discuss a summer camp program, a water tower design survey, and a motion to support exempting farmers from carbon taxes.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Mar 9, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning changes, gravel tender, and temporary borrowing

Mapleton Council will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2021, to consider several planning applications, including zoning amendments for properties on Fourth Line and Wellington Road 86, and consent applications for land divisions in Drayton. They will also vote on awarding a gravel maintenance tender, authorizing temporary borrowing up to $4.25 million, and approving several by-laws, including fee changes and a road closure. The agenda includes routine items like minutes and reports, plus a closed session for labour relations.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Feb 24, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning change for Wiersma property at 7370 Wellington Road 7

Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for the Wiersma property at 7370 Wellington Road 7, which would rezone the retained agricultural parcel to prohibit future residential use and allow accessory structures up to 300 m2 on the severed parcel. They will also hear a demonstration of the iCompass software for the new website and a budget presentation from the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA). Additionally, council will vote on policies for working from home, cemetery operations, and a parking by-law amendment for High Street and Smith Drive.

Township Office 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Wed Feb 10, 2021 · 04:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to decide on minor variance for new home at 6 Faith Dr.

The Mapleton Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a minor variance application (A2021-01) from Wellingdale Construction Ltd. to build a detached dwelling at 6 Faith Drive, Drayton. The applicant seeks relief from front and rear yard setback requirements. The committee will decide whether to grant, refuse, defer, or reserve the application. No public objections were received.

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Zoom Video Conference
Tue Feb 9, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider zoning changes, lot control extension, and new Clean and Clear by-law

Mapleton Council will hold public meetings and vote on several planning and by-law items, including two zoning amendments, an extension of a part lot control exemption, and a consent application. They will also consider adopting a new Clean and Clear by-law and adjusting fees for county planning services. The agenda includes routine reports and correspondence, with no major budget decisions.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Jan 26, 2021 · 01:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider interim tax by-law, social media policy, and cemetery fee changes

Mapleton Council will consider several staff reports and by-laws, including the 2021 Interim Property Tax Levy, an updated Social Media Policy, and adjustments to Cemetery Service Fees. Council will also receive a delegation from the County of Wellington on its Climate Change Mitigation Plan and consider a site plan agreement for a property on the Sixth Line. The meeting includes a closed session for litigation and labour relations matters.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Tue Jan 12, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider two zoning by-laws and support for Rothsay facility

Mapleton Council will hold public meetings for two zoning applications (ZBA2020-14 and ZBA2020-15) and consider passing the associated amending by-laws. They will also hear delegations, including a request for a resolution of support for the Rothsay Moorefield Facility, and receive several staff reports and correspondence items.

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Township Office, 7275 Sideroad 16, Council Chambers
Mon Jan 4, 2021 · 07:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Mapleton council to adopt 2020-2022 operating budget and fees by-law

Council is meeting to give final approval to two by-laws: one that revises and readopts the three-year operating budget (2020-2022) with a capital forecast through 2030, and another that sets municipal fees and charges. The meeting also includes a confirmatory by-law to ratify council actions. This is a routine approval of previously prepared financial documents.

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