Minden Hills public meetings in 2025

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee will approve the agenda and adopt minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss a 2026 budget update, a report on reserves, and updates on the partnership with the Minden Hills Cultural Centre Foundation, the gift shop partnership, and upcoming events and exhibits. No formal recommendations to Council are listed for this meeting.

• 2026 Budget Update
• Report on Reserves
• Update on Partnership with Minden Hills Cultural Centre Foundation
• Update on Gift Shop Partnership
• Update on Events and Exhibits

Public Meeting Minutes

The council convened a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. No questions or comments were received from the public, and the council did not vote on the application. The mayor indicated that written submissions may be made before a decision is taken.

Special Meeting of Council

Council will hold a public meeting to discuss the 2026 Mayoral Budget, including tax-supported and rate-supported funds. The meeting includes a proposal to increase water rates by 2% and wastewater rates by 3%.

• Proposed 2% increase for Minden and Lutterworth Pines water rates
• Proposed 3% increase for Minden wastewater rates
• Proposed $282,000 capital expenditure for water systems (roofs, watermains, hydrants)
• Proposed $216,000 capital expenditure for wastewater systems (piping, manholes)
• Public meeting regarding the 2026 Mayoral Budget

Regular Council

The Minden Hills Council will consider and vote on several by‑laws, including a zoning by‑law amendment (PLZBA2025091) for the property at 1125 Queens Line Road and a communication tower (C8268) on Brady Lake Road. It will also approve a change notice to the Blue Box Depot Services Agreement with Circular Materials, adopt the November 27 minutes, and approve payment of $96,921.36 for municipal accounts. Additional items include a 2025 tax‑rate by‑law and related procedural matters.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025091 for 1125 Queens Line Road
• By‑law 25‑121 approving Communication Tower C8268 on Brady Lake Road
• Change Notice to Blue Box Depot Services Agreement with Circular Materials
• By‑law 25‑126 authorizing the 2025 Tax Rate
• Payment of municipal accounts in the amount of $96,921.36

Public Meeting Minutes - 11 Dec 2025 - PLZBA2025091

The Township council convened a public meeting under Sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and the planner gave no recommendations. The meeting was adjourned without any decision being made.

Regular Council

Council will receive a rate study from the Ontario Clean Water Agency regarding water and wastewater services. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the adoption of a comprehensive fees and charges by-law.

• Payment of accounts totaling $1,804,710.89
• Roof replacement at the Curling Club for $177,000 + HST awarded to ICI Roofing Ltd
• Cultural Centre/Library roof replacement not to exceed $150,000
• Waiving of $13,543.00 in rental fees for the Minden Kinsmen Club at Minden Fairgrounds
• Adoption of By-law 25-118 Comprehensive Fees and Charges

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications for waterfront properties: one at 1014 Orchid Lane (O’Hara & Wing) and another at 1085 Lucky Copper Trail (Cowan). Both proposals seek changes to the Shoreline Residential zoning by‑law for two‑storey detached garages. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, declaration of interests, and approval of the 2026 meeting calendar.

• PLMV2025085 – O’Hara & Wing – request to reduce rear‑lot‑line setback to 10.05 m for a two‑storey detached garage (77.3 m² ground floor, 66.9 m² second‑floor storage) with a height of 5.56 m, located 50.1 m from Gull Lake shoreline.
• PLMV2025093 – Cowan – minor variance application for 1085 Lucky Copper Trail, Salerno Lake (details not provided in agenda).
• Adoption of minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting.
• Declaration of pecuniary interests by a committee member.
• Approval of the 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting calendar.

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates on the Cultural Centre's operations and collections. The agenda includes discussions on the foundation gift shop, exhibition standards, and upcoming events.

• Minden Hills Cultural Centre Foundation Gift Shop operation update
• Standard Review
• Collections Update
• Events and Exhibits Update

Regular Council

The Minden Hills Regular Council will receive reports, adopt the October 30 minutes, and approve payment of accounts totaling $ 1,072.357.61. It will discuss public‑meeting items on a zoning by‑law amendment for 1540 Twelve Mile Lake Road and changes to comprehensive fees. The meeting includes consideration of several by‑laws: a Call2Recycle battery services agreement, the Beamish zoning amendment, a road assumption for Silverwood Road, and a shore‑road allowance conveyance.

• By‑law 25‑108: Execute Household Battery Services Agreement with Call2Recycle
• By‑law 25‑109: Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025083 for 1540 Twelve Mile Lake Road (Beamish)
• By‑law 25‑110: Assumption of a municipal road – Silverwood Road
• By‑law 25‑112: Convey part of a shore‑road allowance (Zomer application)
• Payment of accounts: $ 1,072.357.61 approved

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 Nov 2025 - Fees & Charges

The council convened a public meeting on the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application at 9:00 a.m. and heard no questions or comments from the public. The mayor indicated that written submissions could be sent to the Clerk’s office before a decision is made. No motions, approvals, or rejections were recorded, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 Nov 2025 PLZBA2025083

The council held a public meeting on an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was taken. The mayor advised that written comments may be submitted before a decision is made. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Regular Council

The Regular Council will consider and vote on several items, including a $649,000 contract to Quantum Passivhaus for a pre‑fabricated facility at the Lochlin Community Centre and a $54,900 demolition contract with Garbutt Disposal. It will also receive a delegation on the Doggie Tales community dog‑management plan and a presentation on the Township Asset Management Plan. By‑laws to execute a winter‑maintenance agreement, a fire‑department mental‑health transfer payment, and to appoint a Chief Building Official will be read and passed. The meeting will conclude with a closed‑session discussion of labour‑relations matters.

• $649,000 contract to Quantum Passivhaus (o/a) for pre‑fabricated building at Lochlin Community Centre, plus HST
• $54,900 contract to Garbutt Disposal for demolition of Lochlin Community Centre, plus HST
• Service agreements for dog management: $300/month to Paws @ Killara Station and $380 per unclaimed dog (budget up to $25,000)
• By‑law 25‑100 to execute the County of Haliburton Winter Maintenance Agreement
• By‑law 25‑105 to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement for Fire Department mental‑health supports

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider minor variance application PLMV2025088 submitted by Fay Splett and John Novelli for the parcel at 1192 Tundra Trail. The 0.91‑acre lot has about 60 m of Moore Lake frontage and currently contains a one‑storey dwelling and two small storage sheds. Attachments on the agenda include a notice of public hearing, site plans, and a photo log for the property. No other items are listed for discussion.

• PLMV2025088 – minor variance application for 1192 Tundra Trail
• Property size 0.91 acres (3,692 m²) with ~60 m lake frontage
• Existing structures: 172.9 m² dwelling and two 8.9 m² sheds
• Attachments: public hearing notice, site plans, photo log

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss grant opportunities, policy reviews, and events and exhibits. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Haliburton Highlands Digital Archives.

• Grant Committee discussion
• MHCCF Update
• Policy Review
• Haliburton Highlands Digital Archives Presentation
• Events and Exhibits Update

Regular Council

The council will receive a report on application PLZBA2025028 and refer By‑law 25‑103 to the by‑law section for a zoning amendment at 1051 Loggers Crossing Lane. It will also approve payment of accounts totaling $785,433.36 and award a $196,300 contract for the OCWA tertiary filter rehabilitation project. A closed‑session will discuss a proposed road‑allowance disposition, and delegations will be received on a Legion sidewalk request and a fee‑waiver request.

• By‑law 25‑103 PLZBA2025028 to amend zoning for 1051 Loggers Crossing Lane (Marfleet)
• Approval of payment of accounts in the amount of $785,433.36
• Award to L.W.M.S. LTD for OCWA Tertiary Filter Rehab Project, $196,300 plus HST
• Closed‑session to discuss a proposed disposition of a road allowance
• Delegation from Royal Canadian Legion regarding a sidewalk application for Remembrance Day

Public Meeting Minutes - 09 Oct 2025 - PLZBA2025028

The council called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and held a public meeting under Sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act for an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment Application. No members of the public or council asked questions or made comments. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m. with no decision made.

Regular Council

The council will consider several by-laws, including a hazardous and special products services agreement and a zoning amendment for the Houlding property. It will also approve payment of accounts totaling $3,706,759.32 and award a demolition contract for $54,900 plus HST. Additional items include a severance agreement with the Hancock family and authorizations for road winter maintenance.

• Approve payment of accounts amounting to $3,706,759.32
• By-law 25-96: Hazardous and Special Products Services Agreement with Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc.
• By-law 25-97: Zoning By-law Amendment (PLZBA2025069 – Houlding)
• Award demolition contract RFT-BB-2025-001 to 1482212 Ontario Limited – Garbutt Disposal for $54,900 plus HST
• By-law 25-98: Severance agreement with Wayne and Claude Hancock (PLSEVA2025080)

Public Meeting Minutes - 25 Sep 2025 - PLZBA2025069

The council convened a public meeting under sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. No members of the public offered questions or comments. The council did not make a decision and will review any written submissions before deciding.

Regular Council

The council approved a $1,698,117.00 contract (plus HST) with Total Site Services Inc. for the Scotch Line Transfer Station and adopted the related by‑law. It also waived the tender process to expedite urgent roof replacements at the Cultural Centre and Curling Club, and approved a lot addition at 1110 Strawberry Drive. Additional contracts were approved for JL Richards & Associates ($60,583.40 plus HST) and Voatz Canada Ltd. for election‑service telecommunications.

• Award to Total Site Services Inc. for Scotch Line Transfer Station – $1,698,117.00 plus HST
• Waiver of formal tender for urgent roofing at the Cultural Centre and Curling Club
• Approval of lot addition for 1110 Strawberry Drive
• Award to JL Richards & Associates Limited for development approval process – $60,583.40 plus HST
• Award to Voatz Canada Ltd. for telephone and internet services for the 2026 municipal election

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates regarding the Bailey Barn, a policy review, and the AMO Conference. The session includes updates on events and exhibits and the potential for recommendations to Council.

• Bailey Barn update
• Policy review
• AMO Conference update
• Events and exhibits update

Public Meeting Minutes - 28 Aug 2025 - PLZBA2025062

The Township Council held a public meeting on the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment on August 28, 2025, under Sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Regular Council

The Council will discuss a zoning by-law amendment to rezone a property from Rural to Shoreline Residential. They will also review several land deeming applications and shore road allowance sales.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 1014 Bumblebee Lane (PLZBA2025062 - Ezer)
• Payment of accounts totaling $486,361.07
• Contract for Tatham Engineering for Minden Library/Cultural Centre ramp and wall at $20,300.00 + HST
• Sale of Shore Road Allowances for Gervais, Clarke, and Caldwell
• Appointment of an Interim Chief Building Official (By-law 25-91)

Lochlin Community Centre Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and an inventory of contents. The body will also consider recommendations to Council.

• Update on RFPs
• Inventory of Contents

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to discuss and decide on two property-specific minor variance applications. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the February 24, 2025, session.

• PLMV2025067: Application for 1039 Little Bob Lake Road (Thompson)
• PLMV2025076: Application for 2216 Blairhampton Road (Baldocchi)

Special Meeting of Council

Council will meet for a special session focused on education and training regarding asset management. The meeting includes a closed session and the passing of a confirmatory by-law for the proceedings.

• Closed session for education and training regarding Asset Management
• By-law 25-89 (August 21, 2025 Confirmatory)

Regular Council

The council will approve payment of accounts totaling $267,573.26. It will also adopt four by‑laws: a recruitment policy (Policy 141), a remuneration benefits by‑law for non‑bargaining unit employees, and appointments of a Treasurer and an Interim Deputy Treasurer. Additional items include a report on short‑term rental licensing and a request from the Rotary Club to hold a road‑toll event. A closed session will be held to discuss personal, labour‑relation and litigation matters.

• Approve payment of accounts for $267,573.26
• By‑law 25‑75 to adopt Policy 141 Recruitment
• By‑law 25‑78 for Non‑Bargaining Unit Employees Remuneration Benefits
• By‑law 25‑79 to appoint a Treasurer
• By‑law 25‑88 to appoint an Interim Deputy Treasurer

Public Meeting Minutes - 31 Jul 2025 PLZBA2025045

The council convened a public meeting on a proposed Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment. No questions or comments were received from the public or council, and no decisions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any action taken.

Public Meeting Minutes - 31 Jul 2025 PLZBA2025040

The Township of Minden Hills held a public meeting on July 31, 2025 for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was taken. The mayor advised that written submissions may be filed before a decision is made.

Regular Council

The council will approve the agenda and authorize payment of accounts totaling $1,360,514.34. It will consider two applications to amend Zoning By-law 06-10 for the Haliburton Highlands Health Services site and for 34 Bobcaygeon Road, Huxtable, as well as concur on Rogers Communications cell tower proposals. Additional items include a $14,600 contract award to Karen Jones Consulting Inc., a recruitment policy change, and road‑closure approvals for upcoming events.

• Approve payment of accounts in the amount of $1,360,514.34
• Application to amend Zoning By-law 06-10 (PLZBA2025040) for Haliburton Highlands Health Services
• Application to amend Zoning By-law 06-10 (PLZBA2025045) for 34 Bobcaygeon Road, Huxtable
• Concurrence for Rogers Communications cell tower C8590 on Bobcaygeon Road
• Award contract to Karen Jones Consulting Inc. for $14,600 plus HST

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates on the Bailey Barn, grants, and events. Members will also conduct a policy review and provide updates regarding ROMA.

• Bailey Barn update
• Policy review
• Grant Sub-Committee update
• ROMA update
• Events and Exhibits update

Special Meeting of Council

Council is meeting to discuss one item regarding litigation or potential litigation in a closed session. The meeting also includes the passage of a confirming by-law for the proceedings.

• Closed session discussion regarding litigation or potential litigation
• By-law 25-70 (Confirming By-law)

Regular Council

The June 26 regular council meeting will approve payment of accounts totaling $3,030,630.85, adopt the June 12 minutes, and approve the 2025 Non‑Union Salary Schedule with raises for 2026‑2027. It will also consider by‑laws 25‑67 and 25‑68 to authorize severance agreements for two former employees, and approve contracts with Tatham Engineering for roof work on the Cultural Centre ($18,800 + HST) and Curling Club ($18,700 + HST). Additional items include a recommendation to budget for a future tandem truck purchase.

• Approve payment of accounts in the amount of $3,030,630.85
• Approve by‑law 25‑67 and by‑law 25‑68 authorizing severance agreements with Cook & Halfpenny and Calvieri
• Approve 2025 Non‑Union Salary Schedule and incremental percentage increases for 2026 and 2027
• Contract Tatham Engineering for Cultural Centre roof services at $18,800 + HST and Curling Club roof services at $18,700 + HST
• Direct staff to include a future tandem truck purchase in the 2026 budget deliberations

Regular Council

The Township Council will vote on a water and wastewater infrastructure project that includes removal and replacement of utilities and new asphalt and sidewalks on Parkside and Dick Streets, with a township contribution of $389,286. The council will also approve payment of $269,465.99 in accounts, adopt several by‑laws, and consider a public meeting on a zoning by‑law amendment for Cook & Halfpenny. Additional items include a road‑closure approval for the Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day service.

• Approve $389,286 township contribution ($221,893 from Wastewater Reserve, $167,393 from Water Reserve) for water and wastewater infrastructure on Parkside and Dick Streets
• Approve payment of accounts totaling $269,465.99
• Adopt by‑laws: appoint Acting Deputy Fire Chief (25‑59), Waste Connections non‑eligible blue‑box material (25‑61), zoning by‑law amendment PLZBA2025031 (25‑63), severance agreement PLSEVA2025023 (25‑62), fire hydrant marking (25‑65)
• Public meeting to consider Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025031 for Cook & Halfpenny
• Approve road‑closure on Bobcaygeon Road for Royal Canadian Legion Remembrance Day service with required $5,000,000 insurance

Public Meeting Minutes - 12 Jun 2025 PLZBA2025031

Mayor Brent Devolin opened a public meeting on the Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment Application and noted the meeting was held under the Planning Act. The township planner gave a summary report, and no members of the public or council asked questions. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m., and the council will consider written comments before making a decision.

Lochlin Community Centre Advisory Committee

The Lochlin Community Centre Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and adopt minutes from the February 18 2025 meeting. It will then hear an update on expressions of interest related to the Lochlin Community Centre. The committee will make recommendations to Council and set the date for its next meeting.

• Approve agenda
• Adopt minutes from February 18, 2025 meeting
• Expression of Interest update
• Recommendations to Council
• Set next meeting date

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding the Bailey Barn, events, exhibits, and grants or bursaries. Members will also review museum standards and provide recommendations to Council.

• Museum Standards Review
• Grant/Bursaries Update
• Bailey Barn Update
• Events and Exhibits Update

Regular Council

The Minden Hills Council will approve a payment of $1,740,454.73 for township accounts. It will receive a delegation on the Short Term Rental By‑law and Shore Road Allowance requirements. The Council will consider and approve agreements for hazardous product services, a program license with SOS 4 Kids, and a road‑closure request for the Rotaryfest event.

• Approve payment of $1,740,454.73 for township accounts
• Receive delegation on Short Term Rental By‑law and Shore Road Allowance requirements
• Approve Hazardous and Special Products services agreement with Product Care Association of Canada (By‑law 25‑55)
• Approve program license agreement with SOS 4 Kids (By‑law 25‑56)
• Approve Rotary Club of Minden road closure on Bobcaygeon Road for Rotaryfest on Aug 9 2025

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee will meet on May 20, 2025 to consider several agenda items. Items include nominating a chair and vice‑chair, reviewing museum policies, exploring grant opportunities, reviewing the Bailey Barn 2025 budget, and providing program and event updates. The committee will make recommendations to Council after discussion.

• Nomination of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Minden Hills Museum policies
• Discussion of grant opportunities
• Review of Bailey Barn 2025 budget
• Program and event updates

Special Meeting of Council

The Township of Minden Hills Council will consider seven zoning by-law amendment applications (PLZBA2025004, PLZBA2025009, PLZBA2025022, PLZBA2025015, PLZBA2025012, PLZBA2025014, PLZBA2025025) and three Shore Road Allowance sale applications (PLSRA2024030, PLSRA2024037, PLSRA2024031). The items will be presented as consent agenda items and then referred to the by‑law section for approval. A presentation on the Eastern Ontario Regional Network Cell Gap Project will also be received. The meeting concludes with a confirmatory by‑law and adjournment.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025004 – Wilson
• Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025009 – 2640599 Ontario Inc
• Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2025022 – Barry
• Shore Road Allowance Sale PLSRA2024030 – Dalglish
• Shore Road Allowance Sale PLSRA2024037 – Marshall and MacNeil

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 May 2025 PLZBA2025015

Council convened a public meeting under Sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law amendment application. No members of the public offered questions or comments, and the council did not vote on the application. The mayor advised that written submissions may be filed before a decision is made. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 May 2025 PLZBA2025012

The council convened a public meeting to consider a proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. No questions or comments were raised by the public or council members, and no decision was recorded. The mayor noted that written submissions may be submitted before a decision is made.

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 May 2025 PLZBA2025014

The council convened a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was recorded. The mayor indicated that written comments may be submitted and that the council will consider them before any decision is made.

Public Meeting Minutes - 13 May 2025 PLZBA2025025

The Township council held a public meeting on the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was taken. The mayor indicated that written submissions may be provided before a decision is made.

Public Meeting Minutes PLZBA2025004

The council held a public meeting on a proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment. No members of the public asked questions or made comments. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or tabling of items. Council will consider any written submissions received before a decision is made.

Public Meeting Minutes PLZBA2025022

The council convened a public meeting on the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no vote or decision was recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Public Meeting Minutes PLZBA2025009

The council convened a public meeting under the Planning Act to discuss an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no decision was taken. The mayor noted that written comments may be submitted before a decision is made.

Regular Council

The council is approving several contracts, including a $1,651,103.25 road resurfacing contract to Miller Paving Limited and a $28,912.00 road‑marking contract to Upper Canada Road Services Inc. It is also authorizing the purchase of an Olympia 2025 Millennium H Ice Resurfacer for $100,452.00 plus HST and adopting a revised non‑union salary schedule with incremental raises for 2025‑2027. Additional items include approval of by‑laws, a Lions Club road‑toll event, and the award of a strategic community‑priority plan project.

• Award road resurfacing contract to Miller Paving Limited for $1,651,103.25, funded with a $41,944.25 shortfall from the Roads Capital Reserve
• Award road marking contract to Upper Canada Road Services Inc. for $28,912.00 plus HST
• Purchase Olympia 2025 Millennium H Ice Resurfacer for $100,452.00 plus HST, funded from Arena Equipment reserves
• Approve Non‑Union Salary Schedule amendments and incremental percentage increases for 2025‑2027
• Approve Minden & District Lions Club road‑toll event on Aug 2 2025 at 63 Bobcaygeon Road and 23 Water Street, with required $5 M insurance

Regular Council

The Township of Minden Hills Council will approve the agenda, adopt prior meeting minutes, and authorize major procurement and contract awards. Items include purchasing a Cat 315GC excavator for $326,189.13 and a 30‑ton HD Float trailer for $48,930.00, and awarding a $226,748.00 contract to WSP Canada Inc. for the Scotch Line Transfer Station project. The Council will also approve a tax‑sale listing, adopt amendments to the Haliburton Highlands Water Trails by‑law, and discuss voting methods for the 2026 municipal election.

• Approve purchase of a new Cat 315GC Excavator for $326,189.13 plus HST
• Approve purchase of a 30‑ton HD Float trailer for $48,930.00 plus HST
• Award RFP ENV 25‑001 to WSP Canada Inc. for Contract Administration and Site Inspection Services for the Scotch Line Transfer Station Project ($226,748.00 plus HST)
• Approve the attached listing to proceed to tax sale
• Adopt By‑law 25‑38 amending Schedule B of By‑law 15‑02 for Haliburton Highlands Water Trails fees

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee - 08 Apr 2025 - Cancelled

The April 8, 2025 Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The agenda had listed items such as chair nominations, museum policy review, grant opportunities, Bailey Barn budget, and program updates.

• Nomination of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Minden Hills Museum Policies
• Upcoming Grant Opportunities
• Bailey Barn 2025 Budget
• Program and Event Updates

Regular Council

The council approved payment of $3,319,393.12 in accounts. It received and passed three zoning by‑law amendment by‑laws (25‑27, 25‑33, 25‑34) for the Carlton, Walter and Fierro applications. The council also authorized the sale of surplus 2015 Western Star Tandem plow equipment and approved 2024 council and committee remuneration.

• Payment of accounts $3,319,393.12 approved
• By‑law 25‑27 (PLZBA2024071) zoning amendment for Carlton approved
• By‑law 25‑33 (PLZBA2025001) zoning amendment for Walter approved
• By‑law 25‑34 (PLZBA2024077) zoning amendment for Fierro approved
• Surplus 2015 Western Star Tandem plow equipment authorized for sale, proceeds to Public Works Capital Reserve

Public Meeting Minutes PLZBA2025001

The council held a public meeting on an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and no votes or resolutions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.

Public Meeting Minutes - 27 Mar 2025 - PLZBA2024077

The council held a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By‑law Amendment application. No members of the public or council asked questions, and the mayor noted that written submissions may be filed before a decision is made. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m. No formal decision was recorded.

Public Meeting Minutes - 27 Mar 2025 - PLZBA2024071

A public meeting under Sections 22 and 34 of the Planning Act was held to consider an Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendment application. The Township Planner presented the purpose of the application and no questions or comments were received from the public or council. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m. with no decisions made.

Regular Council

The Township of Minden Hills Council will approve the payment of $729,997.57 in accounts and pass a by-law to appoint an Integrity Commissioner. The meeting also includes a presentation on a completed community engagement program and a closed session regarding labour relations and legal advice.

• Approval of $729,997.57 in accounts
• By-law 25-35 appointing Integrity Commissioner
• Presentation on community engagement outcomes
• Closed session on labour relations and legal advice
• Discussion on Bob Lake Boat Launch at Claude Brown Road

Regular Council

The council will approve a lease agreement with Netcom Ontario for access to and maintenance of its radio communication tower at the Scotch Line site, and adopt By-law 25-03 to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the agreement. It will also approve payment of municipal accounts totaling $1,176,032.15. Several zoning by-law amendments, including at 2513 Davis Lake Road and 5373 County Road 121, will be referred for approval. The council will authorize the purchase of two 2025 Silverado 1500 trucks from Curry Motors at $58,564.50 each, plus HST.

• Lease agreement with Netcom Ontario for the Scotch Line radio tower
• Payment of accounts in the amount of $1,176,032.15
• By-law 25-03 to approve zoning amendment for 2513 Davis Lake Road
• By-law 25-28 to approve zoning amendment for 5373 County Road 121 (St Albans Boys and Girls Club)
• Purchase of two 2025 Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab trucks from Curry Motors for $58,564.50 each plus HST

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet electronically to review applications for minor variances regarding property development near Twelve Mile Lake and Davis Lake. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the consideration of two specific development proposals.

• Review of minor variance PLMV2025005 for 1020 Toboggan Hill Trail
• Review of minor variance PLMV2025006 for property on Davis Lake
• Approval of December 9, 2024 Committee of Adjustment minutes
• Electronic meeting held in Municipal Council Chambers
• Approval of the February 24, 2025 agenda

Lochlin Community Centre Advisory Committee

The Lochlin Community Centre Advisory Committee will review resolutions from a previous Council meeting and discuss the building's condition, including mold and structural concerns. Staff are recommended to prepare a report for the 2025 budget review to seek Council direction on next steps.

• Review resolutions from Council's January 16, 2025 Special Meeting
• Discuss Lochlin Community Centre condition and mold remediation
• Consider building options: basement stone fill ($10,500) and concrete slab ($50,000)
• Recommend staff prepare a summary report for the 2025 Budget Review
• Review minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting

Regular Council

The Minden Hills Council will approve the meeting agenda, adopt minutes from the January 30, 2025 meetings, and authorize payment of accounts totaling $746,437.12. It will also pass several by-laws covering water and wastewater service fees, the sale and conveyance of portions of a shore road allowance, severance agreements, and a zoning by-law amendment for the St. Albans Boys and Girls Club. A public meeting will be held on a zoning by-law amendment for the Carlton property.

• Approve payment of accounts in the amount of $746,437.12
• Adopt minutes from the January 30, 2025 Regular Council and Public Meeting
• Pass By-law 25-07 setting the 2025 water service fee for Lutterworth Pines Community
• Pass By-law 25-23 to stop up, close, and convey part of the original shore road allowance (Kovac)
• Pass By-law 25-28 approving Zoning By-law Amendment PLZBA2024016 for St. Albans Boys and Girls Club

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss upcoming activities for Spring 2025 and the transfer and deaccession of artifacts. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from the January 24, 2025, meeting.

• Discussion of Spring 2025 events and activities
• Discussion of artifact deaccession and transfer

Special Meeting of Council

Council approved the 2025 budget and tax rates, directing staff to bring forward the by-laws to the February 13 meeting. The proposed tax levy increase is 5.5982%, with specific increases for Municipal Services (3.2582%), Infrastructure Investment (1.5%), and OPP costs (0.84%).

• Council approves 2025 tax rates and water & wastewater rates
• Council approves purchase of a $65,000 pick up truck for Environmental Services
• Council approves purchase of a $65,000 pick up truck for Community Services
• Council approves purchase of a $440,112 excavator and float trailer for Public Works
• Council approves $150,000 for a back-up generator for the SG Nesbitt Arena

Regular Council

The Township of Minden Hills Council will vote to adopt several by-laws, including the Comprehensive Fees and Charges By-law and a collective agreement for CUPE Local 4286. It will also approve payment of accounts totaling $1,367,942.12 and receive a series of departmental reports. The meeting includes a public session on finance fees and services before returning to regular council business.

• Approve payment of accounts amounting to $1,367,942.12
• Adopt By-law 25-06 Comprehensive Fees and Charges
• Adopt By-law 25-13 Authorize Collective Agreement – CUPE Local 4286
• Adopt By-law 25-15 Council Remuneration
• Adopt By-law 25-20 Execute Transfer Payment Agreement – Fire Protection Grant

Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee

The Minden Hills Cultural Centre Advisory Committee will review the 2025 draft budget and discuss the operation of the MHCC gift shop by the MHCCF. The meeting also includes updates on upcoming events and potential collaborations.

• Review of 2025 draft budget
• Gift shop operation by MHCCF
• Upcoming events and activities
• Collaborative events and projects
• Networking with City of Kawartha Lakes

Special Meeting of Council

The council will consider the 2025 proposed budget and business plan, which includes a 4.2559% township tax increase and a revised Ontario Provincial Police cost of $1,941,482 after a $324,509 grant. It will also receive and approve the award for Poundkeeper services to Paws @ Killara Station and authorize hiring two additional Summer Parks Students for lawn‑care work. A closed‑session item will address a staff conduct matter.

• Approve 2025 budget with 4.2559% tax increase; OPP cost rises $424,665 to $2,265,991, offset by $324,509 grant, net $1,941,482
• Award contract for Dog Poundkeeper Services to Paws @ Killara Station (By‑law 25‑11)
• Hire two Summer Parks Students for the new in‑house cemetery lawn‑care program
• Receive Lochlin Community Centre update report and refer it to budget discussions
• Closed session to discuss a personal matter involving a municipal employee (staff conduct)

Special Meeting of Council

The Township of Minden Hills Council is set to approve the 2025 Tax Supported Budget, which includes a 6.5959% tax increase for residents. The meeting also covers the Water and Wastewater budget and the approval of water and wastewater service fees for the Village of Minden and Lutterworth Pines Community.

• 2025 Tax Supported Budget with 6.6% tax increase
• 2025 Water and Wastewater Operating and Capital Budget
• Approval of water service fees for Lutterworth Pines Community
• Approval of water and wastewater service fees for Village of Minden
• Approval of $200,000 for automatic water meter reading project

Regular Council

The Minden Hills Regular Council will receive reports and make decisions on several planning and finance matters. Items include two proposed zoning by‑law amendments for 2513 Davis Lake Road and Ingoldsby Road, adoption of the township’s Asset Management Plan, and a recommendation to proceed with a public meeting on changes to the Comprehensive Fees and Charges By‑law. The council will also receive a report on surplus equipment and direct disposal of a 2013 Ford F150 and a generator, with proceeds to be allocated to the Parks Reserve and Emergency Preparedness Reserve.

• Proposed Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2024061 for 2513 Davis Lake Road (Grozelle/Anderson)
• Proposed Zoning By‑law Amendment PLZBA2024067 for Ingoldsby Road (Kovac)
• Adoption of the Asset Management Plan presented by Watson & Associates
• Recommendation to hold a public meeting on Jan 30, 2025 to adopt changes to the Comprehensive Fees and Charges By‑law
• Disposition of surplus 2013 Ford F150 and generator, with funds directed to Parks Reserve and Emergency Preparedness Reserve