Marmora and Lake public meetings in 2024
29 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss an interim transit service proposal from the Central Hastings Support Network and hear delegations regarding a beach house rental and a community outdoor rink project. Additionally, Council will consider adopting a new user fee bylaw and appointing a Municipal Clerk. The meeting will conclude with a closed session regarding potential litigation and personnel matters.
- Bylaw 2024-21A: User Fee Bylaw
- Bylaw 2024-77: Municipal Clerk Appointment
- Delegation: The Wild Life Rentals regarding Legion Beach canteen space
- Delegation: Central Hastings Support Network regarding transit services
- Delegation: Marmora Crowe Valley Lions regarding an outdoor rink project
Committee of Adjustment
The Marmora and Lake Committee of Adjustment will meet to review and decide on Minor Variance Application MV2024-03 for a property on Crofts Road. The application requests relief from Zoning Bylaw No. 2003-11 to permit a rear yard setback of 6.7 metres instead of the required 10 metres to construct a single-family dwelling. The meeting also includes the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the previous November 19, 2024 meeting.
- Minor Variance Application MV2024-03 for a property on Crofts Road (Part Lot 26, Concession 2) to permit a rear yard setback of 6.7 metres (22.0 feet) instead of the required 10 metres (32.8 feet)
- Receipt of the Hastings County Planning and Development Department response dated November 25, 2024
- Adoption of previous meeting minutes from November 19, 2024
Council Meeting
The Marmora and Lake Council will review proposed updates to the municipal user fee bylaw ahead of 2025 budget planning. Council will also consider seeking quotes to demolish the Parks and Recreation garage at 14 Bursthall Street. Additional items include updating council procedural rules and lifting a holding zoning symbol on Glen Ridge Road.
- Staff direction to bring forward updated User Fee Bylaw 2024-21A for final approval
- Directing staff to seek updated demolition quotes for the Parks and Recreation garage at 14 Bursthall Street for the 2025 budget
- Bylaw 2024-74 to update procedural rules for Council and committee meetings
- Bylaw 2024-75 to remove the 'H' holding symbol at 136 Glen Ridge Road
- Event permit application for a food truck and music event at the Marmora Fairgrounds and Arena on May 31, 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Marmora and Lake Committee of Adjustment meets to consider Minor Variance Application MV2024-02 for 67 Silver Maple Lane. The applicant requests relief from Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw No. 2003-11 to permit an accessory building in front of the principal building and with a setback of 14.75 meters from the highwater mark. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes from October 15, 2024.
- Minor Variance Application MV2024-02 for 67 Silver Maple Lane to construct an accessory building in front of the principal building and 14.75 meters from the highwater mark
- Receipt of Hastings County Planning and Development Department response dated November 5, 2024, regarding 67 Silver Maple Lane
- Adoption of minutes from the Committee of Adjustment meeting held October 15, 2024
Council Meeting
Council will receive a staff report on the costs and implications of exiting the Building Inspection Services Board (BISB) agreement and hiring a Chief Building Official, and provide direction. The agenda also includes updates on the arena chiller replacement, proposed procedural bylaw updates, and the 2025 OPP billing, along with several bylaws for approval.
- BISB Agreement report: costs/implications of exiting and hiring a Chief Building Official
- Marmora Arena Chiller Replacement update
- Suggested Procedural Bylaw updates (draft bylaw for final approval)
- OPP 2025 Billing report for information
- Bylaw 2024-69: Assessment Roll Access Bylaw; Bylaws 2024-70/71: Road Assumption (Glen Ridge Road, 1660 Vansickle Road); Bylaw 2024-72: CAO/Deputy Clerk Appointment
Planning Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet to discuss planning and property standards, including a severance application and a minor variance. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format in the Council Chambers and via YouTube.
- Consent File B131/24 for 621 Cook Road regarding a right-of-way
- Development agreement for 621 Cook Road concerning municipal road standards
- Minor Variance MV2024-02 for 67 Silver Maple Lane
- Bylaw 2024-68P to confirm meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
The Marmora and Lake Council meets on November 5, 2024, to discuss staff reports, correspondence, and notices of motion, including the Marmoraton Mine Sign Rehabilitation Project and Quinte Conservation's 2025 preliminary budget. The agenda also covers road closure requests for holiday events, a draft assessment roll access bylaw, and a road assumption bylaw for 171 Ledge Road.
- Marmoraton Mine Sign Rehabilitation Project approval
- Quinte Conservation 2025 preliminary budget and fee policy approval
- Road closure for Frolicking on Forsyth Family Event on December 5, 2024
- Road closure for the Santa Claus Parade on December 7, 2024
- Bylaw Number 2024-67 for road assumption at 171 Ledge Road
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations regarding the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The open portion includes approval of the agenda and a confirming bylaw (2024-65) to ratify the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed meeting session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(d) for CAO recruitment
- Approval of the special meeting agenda
- Bylaw 2024-65 to confirm the proceedings of the meeting
Special Council Meeting
Council is meeting to address the failure of the chiller at the Dr. Hamilton Crawford Memorial Centre Arena, which has caused a shutdown of the ice-making process. Staff presented three options for the facility, ranging from taking no action to replacing the equipment at an estimated cost of $160,000 to $170,000 plus additional flushing expenses. Council will also hold a closed session regarding department operations.
- Arena chiller replacement options ($160,000–$170,000 estimated cost)
- Brine flushing costs (approx. $20,000 per flush)
- Application for Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on a minor variance application (MV2024-01) for 113 Peepy Horn Road. The applicant seeks to rebuild a cottage with a rear yard setback of 26.37 metres from the highwater mark, whereas 30 metres is required. The committee will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- Minor Variance MV2024-01: 113 Peepy Horn Road, Part Lot 2, Concession 12, to permit cottage reconstruction with reduced setback (26.37m vs 30m required).
- Public input on MV2024-01 will be received; written submissions accepted within 20 days of bylaw passing.
- Recommendation to approve MV2024-01, citing it meets the four tests of minor variance.
- Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023 meeting.
Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet to discuss several operational items, including the renewal of maintenance contracts for Booster Park and waste management services. Council will also review quarterly staff reports, set holiday office hours, and consider a debenture bylaw for the purchase of two tandem plow trucks.
- Approval of 3-year Booster Park management contract with EJ Maintenance ($75,000 for 2025; $77,000 for 2026; $79,000 for 2027)
- Approval of 3-year waste collection contract with Raymore Harris starting July 1, 2025
- Awarding of 3-year winter maintenance contract for Lake Township to Earle Excavating ($152,900 per year)
- Bylaw 2024-59: Borrowing $787,984.67 for two tandem plow trucks
- Approval of 2025 Council meeting schedule
Planning Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake is meeting to discuss a proposed zoning amendment for 671-673 Marble Point Road. The amendment seeks to rezone the property to Waterfront Residential Exception No. 3 (WR-3) to allow for the reconstruction of an existing cottage and to establish specific height and setback requirements for an accessory building. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes and a confirming bylaw.
- Public hearing for Zoning Bylaw Amendment 2024-51P at 671-673 Marble Point Road
- Recommendation to adopt Bylaw 2024-51P for WR-3 zoning designation
- Minor Variance MV2024-01 for 113 Peepy Horn Road
Special Council Meeting
The Marmora and Lake Council is holding a Special Council Meeting on Friday, October 11, 2024. The agenda consists of procedural items, a closed meeting session regarding labour relations and CAO Recruitment, and the consideration of a confirming bylaw.
- Closed meeting session regarding CAO Recruitment under Section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act
- Bylaw Number 2024-61 to confirm proceedings of the meeting
Special Council Meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items, an approval of the agenda, a closed meeting session regarding labour relations and CAO recruitment, and a confirming bylaw.
- Closed meeting session regarding labour relations and CAO recruitment under Section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act
- Bylaw Number 2024-60 to confirm the proceedings of the Special Regular Meeting of Council held on October 7, 2024
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations regarding CAO recruitment. The open portion includes agenda approval and a confirming bylaw to formalize the meeting's decisions.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(d) for CAO recruitment
- Bylaw 2024-58 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet on October 2, 2024, to conduct a closed session regarding the recruitment of the Manager of Parks, Recreation & Facilities. The meeting also includes the approval of a confirming bylaw to finalize the proceedings.
- Closed session regarding Manager of Parks, Recreation & Facilities recruitment
- Bylaw 2024-57 to confirm meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
Council will consider several staff reports, including a $60,878.50 contract for hydro upgrades at Booster Park and a notice of violation for the drinking water system. Delegations will discuss the 2025 Farmers Market and a Girl Guides facility rental fee waiver. Council will also vote on road closures for the Scarecrow Festival and Trunk & Treat, and consider agreements for the Curling Club and Fair Board.
- Approve Kerr Electric and Contracting Ltd. for Booster Park hydro upgrades at $60,878.50 plus HST
- Road closure of Forsyth Street for Scarecrow Festival on Oct 5, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Road closure of Forsyth Street for Trunk & Treat on Oct 31, 2024, 4:30-8 p.m.
- Request to use Old Hastings Road for Rally of the Tall Pines on Nov 23, 2024
- Bylaws for Canada Community Building Fund, ICIP Transit, and Interim CAO appointment
Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting will consider a consent application for a land severance at 607 Malone Road, including rezoning the severed lot to Rural Residential and the retained lands to a special agricultural exception. The council will also receive correspondence and adopt the confirming bylaw. The agenda is largely routine, with one substantive planning item.
- Consent File B77/24: 607 Malone Road, Part of Lot 20, Concession 9 - proposed severance with $1,200 cash-in-lieu of parkland, rezoning to Rural Residential (RR) and Marginal Agricultural Exception (MA-X)
- Approval of minutes from August 6, 2024 Planning Meeting
- Adoption of Bylaw 2024-52P to confirm the proceedings of this meeting
- Receipt of letters of resolution for previous consent files (B47/24, B48/24, B62/24, B71/24, B72/24)
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet on September 27, 2024, to conduct a closed session regarding labour relations and employee negotiations. Specifically, the Council will discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
- Closed meeting session regarding CAO recruitment
- Bylaw Number 2024-50 to confirm meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
This is a special council meeting with a closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual (employee update) and labour relations (interim CAO recruitment). The only public business is approving the agenda, delegating the Acting Clerk role, and passing a confirming bylaw for the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(b) and (d) for employee update and interim CAO recruitment
- Delegation of Acting Clerk authority to Typhany Choinard for this meeting
- Bylaw 2024-49 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet on September 3, 2024, to conduct a closed session regarding municipal employees. The agenda consists of procedural items, including the approval of the meeting agenda and the passing of a confirming bylaw.
- Closed meeting session regarding employee updates
- Closed meeting session regarding Personnel Committee updates
- Bylaw Number 2024-48 to confirm meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake met to begin the recruitment process for a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The meeting included a presentation from Waterhouse Executive Search regarding the search phases, stakeholder engagement, and proposed timelines for candidate selection. Council also held a closed session to discuss consulting services and legal updates.
- Presentation by Jon Stungevicius of Waterhouse Executive Search on CAO recruitment
- Closed meeting session regarding labour relations and employee negotiations
- Bylaw 2024-47 to confirm the proceedings of the August 18, 2024, meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Marmora and Lake Council held a hybrid special meeting on August 14, 2024. The agenda consists largely of procedural items, including a closed session to discuss employee updates under Section 239 (2)(b) of the Municipal Act and the consideration of a confirming bylaw.
- Closed meeting session regarding employee updates under Section 239 (2)(b) of the Municipal Act
- Bylaw Number 2024-46 to confirm the proceedings of the special meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake will meet to conduct a closed session regarding labour relations and employee negotiations related to consulting services. The meeting also includes the approval of a confirming bylaw to finalize the proceedings of the session.
- Closed session regarding labour relations and employee negotiations for consulting services
- Bylaw Number 2024-45 to confirm meeting proceedings
Council Meeting
The Marmora and Lake Council will meet on August 6, 2024, to discuss staff reports, delegations, and various correspondence items. Key topics include funding $30,000.00 from landfill reserves for track loader repairs, adding a secondary chlorine disinfection system for Booster Park drinking water in the 2025 budget, and reviewing event permit and facility rental requests.
- Pull $30,000.00 from landfill reserves to fund track loader repairs
- Include a chlorine system for Booster Park drinking water in the 2025 budget
- Approve an event permit for Curtt and Wendy Snider to host a country music event at 58 Fidlar Court on August 31, 2024
- Approve Mel's Perogies to sell products from Deloro Hall
Planning Meeting
The Planning Meeting will consider a zoning bylaw amendment for land on Highway 7, rezoning from Marginal Agriculture to Rural Residential and Environmental Protection. Council will also review three severance applications, each involving cash-in-lieu of parkland payments and conditions such as tax payments and road widening. Public input will be received for the zoning amendment.
- Zoning Bylaw 2024-29P: Highway 7 rezoning from MA to RR and EP zones
- Consent B47/24 & B48/24: 621 Cook Road, $2,400 cash-in-lieu of parkland, rezoning to Limited Services Residential
- Consent 62/24: 283 Clemenger Road, $1,200 cash-in-lieu, rezoning to MA-X to protect wetland
- Consent B71/24 & B72/24: Marble Point Road, $2,400 cash-in-lieu, rezoning to Rural Residential
- Confirming Bylaw 2024-43P to adopt meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a move to a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations regarding consulting services. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda and a confirming bylaw to formalize the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act Section 239(2)(d) for labour relations or employee negotiations re: Consulting Services
- Bylaw 2024-42 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Council of the Municipality of Marmora and Lake is meeting to pass Bylaw 2024-40, which appoints or confirms various municipal officers and committee members for 2024. The meeting also includes a confirming bylaw to finalize the proceedings of the session.
- Bylaw 2024-40: Appointment of municipal officers including Fire Chief, Treasurer, and Bylaw Enforcement Officer
- Bylaw 2024-40: Appointment of members to municipal committees including Police Services, Planning, and Library Board
- Bylaw 2024-41: Confirming bylaw for the July 24, 2024, meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a move into closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss a legal update, personnel committee minutes and recommendations, and delegated authority. The only public action is the approval of the agenda and a confirming bylaw (2024-39) to ratify the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session under Municipal Act for legal update, personnel matters, and delegated authority
- Bylaw 2024-39 to confirm proceedings of the July 16, 2024 special meeting