New Tecumseth, Ontario

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a motion to join the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' 'From the Ground' initiative, endorsing the use of publicly owned land for non-market housing. They will also consider extending the current development charge by-law to April 30, 2027, and approving the 2027 fees and charges schedule. Other items include a zoning amendment at 214 Gray Ave, Alliston, and updates on Church Street North improvements and the Beeton Community Centre redevelopment.

• Motion to endorse participation in FCM's From the Ground land-for-housing initiative
• Extension of Development Charge By-law No. 2021-166 to April 30, 2027
• 2027 Fees and Charges schedule adoption
• Technical zoning by-law amendment for 214 Gray Ave, Alliston (File Nos. D14-2026-005, D14-2026-006, PLC-04-21)
• Update on Church Street North road and bridge improvements, including bike lane and sidewalk petition

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss a zoning by-law amendment for a property on 8th Line in Beeton. The meeting also includes requests for noise and fence by-law exemptions and a grant agreement for a façade improvement.

• Zoning By-law Amendment application for 8th Line, Beeton (File No. DEV 371)
• Noise Control By-law exemption request for Stevenson Memorial Hospital at 200 Fletcher Crescent, Alliston
• Fence By-law exemption request for 43 Coburn Crescent, Beeton
• Façade Improvement Grant agreement for 5 Victoria Street E (By-law 2026-067)
• Request for support of MFOA letter to double OCIF

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review 19 properties identified in Attachment No. 1 to determine if they should receive a Notice of Intention to Designate under the Ontario Heritage Act. This process is required by provincial legislation to protect the properties before a January 1, 2027 deadline.

• Review of 19 properties for heritage designation
• Legislative deadline of January 1, 2027
• Laura Brannon, Manager Policy Planning, to present
• Consultation with Heritage Advisory Committee required
• Town-initiated designation process under Section 29

Environmental Advisory Committee

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Traffic Advisory Committee

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Committee of Adjustment

Accessibility Advisory Committee

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Council Meeting

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Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review two minor variance applications and receive a conference summary. One application (A13‑26) seeks relief to install solar panel arrays within 90 m of the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone at 1407 Adjala‑Tecumseth Townline. The second application (A14‑26) seeks to increase lot coverage from 15% to 17.95% and raise the maximum height of an accessory building from 4.6 m to 6.89 m at 5 Burnell St. The meeting also includes a report on the Ontario Association of Committees of Adjustment & Consent Authorities conference.

• Minor variance A13‑26: approval of solar panel arrays at 1407 Adjala‑Tecumseth Townline, seeking relief from the 90 m setback in the ORM‑EP zone.
• Minor variance A14‑26: approval to increase lot coverage to 17.95% and accessory building height to 6.89 m at 5 Burnell St.
• Report #CA‑2026‑21: summary of the OACA conference.

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a second public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment application (DEV 371) for a 3.8 ha vacant parcel at 8th Line in Beeton. The applicant proposes to rezone the land from Special Study Area and Environmental Protection to a site-specific Low-Rise Residential zone to permit 93 townhouse units on private roads. Council is not making a decision at this meeting; staff will continue to review the application and address comments before a recommendation report.

• Rezoning of 3.8 ha parcel at 8th Line, Beeton from SSA and EP to Low-Rise Residential
• Proposal for 93 townhouse units on private roads
• Site-specific zoning exceptions: reduced lot area (140m2), increased lot coverage (60%), reduced setbacks
• Adjustment to Environmental Protection zone boundary
• Public meeting to update on changes since 2018 initial meeting

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider a motion to reverse a previous decision to defer the Sports Dome Phase 2 and Indoor Pool feasibility studies. Staff are directed to investigate a potential twin city agreement with a Japanese city and to proceed with detailed design for the recreation projects.

• Reconsideration of Sports Dome Phase 2 and Indoor Pool feasibility studies
• Request to investigate twin city agreement with a Japanese city
• Request for exemption from Fence By-law at 43 Coburn Crescent
• Community Improvement Plan - Façade Improvement Grant at 5 Victoria Street E.
• Traffic Calming Guideline Update

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will consider approving an additional $2,331.79 for the Tottenham Community Week committee to cover municipal permitting costs. The meeting agenda also includes a by-law to adopt an Official Plan amendment and a by-law for a Connecting Link Road rehabilitation project.

• Tottenham Community Week additional funding request ($2,331.79)
• By-law 2026-065 to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 5
• By-law 2026-064 for Connecting Link Road rehabilitation
• Skatepark feasibility report
• Post-Mission Report: County of Simcoe Japan Mission

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on several written motions, including declaring intimate partner violence an epidemic and directing staff to explore alternative public transportation solutions. Other items include a twin city agreement with a Japanese city, support for federal action on headlight glare, and additional funding for Tottenham Community Week. A late motion to reconsider a sports dome and indoor pool feasibility study requires unanimous consent to be added.

• Motion to formally declare intimate partner violence an epidemic and call on the Province of Ontario to do the same
• Directive to investigate alternative public transportation models for areas not served by LINX Transit
• Motion to explore a twin city agreement with a Japanese city, leveraging Honda Manufacturing ties
• Additional $2,331.79 in-kind funding for Tottenham Community Week to cover municipal permitting costs
• Reconsideration of Sports Dome Phase 2 feasibility report and indoor pool study (requires unanimous approval to be added to agenda)

Council Meeting

Council will discuss a zoning by-law amendment for a Sorbara Group development on Concession 7 and 2852 Sideroad 10, allowing single-detached and townhouse units. They will also vote on a property standards by-law amendment and a lease renewal for Banting Homestead farmland. A status update on the Raymond A. Barker Water Treatment Plant expansion is presented for information.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for Sorbara Development Group at 2852 Sideroad 10 (permits single detached and street townhouse uses, open space, environmental protection)
• Banting Homestead Farmland Lease Renewal and Amending Agreement (5116 Sir Frederick Banting Road) - By-law 2026-060
• Property Standards By-law 2019-164 Amendment No. 2 to align with Site Alteration and Fill By-law - By-law 2026-059
• Investigation of Accessible Parking Space - Downtown Tottenham
• Status Update No. 3 on Raymond A. Barker Water Treatment Plant Expansion (Report #ENG-2026-12)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two applications for minor variances from zoning by-law provisions near environmental protection zones. The first application (A11-26) seeks to allow a swimming pool at 7074 3rd Line within 90m of the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone. The second application (A12-26) seeks to allow an expansion to an existing dwelling at 6268 13th Line within 30m of the Environmental Protection Zone. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting.

• Application A11-26: minor variance for swimming pool at 7074 3rd Line, within 90m of Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone
• Application A12-26: minor variance for dwelling expansion at 6268 13th Line, within 30m of Environmental Protection Zone
• Adoption of minutes from Committee of Adjustment meeting on May 28, 2026

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a summary report from February 2026 and discuss updates on AccessAbility Week 2026. New business includes reviewing accessible parking proposals for municipal lots in Beeton and Tottenham, as well as a motion from Deputy Mayor MacLellan to investigate adding an accessible parking stall on Queen Street in Tottenham. The committee also noted a $40,000 RBC Barrier Buster Grant opportunity for accessible upgrades to the Rotary Pool.

• Receipt of summary report recommending Council approval to use town social media for AccessAbility Week 2026
• Presentation by Jamie Shaw on proposed accessible parking changes at North Central and Centre Street municipal lots
• Motion to investigate feasibility of an accessible parking stall on Queen Street in Tottenham, between Mill Street East and Richmond Street East
• Sidewalk concern on Tecumseth Street North in Beeton
• Discussion of accessible parking at Coventry Park

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CANCELLED Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

Special Council Meeting

Council will consider approving a $10.47 million FIFA-sized sports dome at Geoff S. Gaston Sports Park, funded by debentures, along with an indoor pool feasibility study and Beeton Community Centre redevelopment options. A capital projects financial impact assessment is also on the agenda. This special meeting focuses on major recreation infrastructure decisions.

• Approve $10.47M FIFA-sized sports dome at Geoff S. Gaston Sports Park, funded by debentures (#RFC-2026-19)
• Indoor Pool Feasibility Study and proposed Aquatic & Wellness Centre expansion at New Tecumseth Recreation Centre (#RFC-2026-20)
• Beeton Community Centre Redevelopment – Preliminary Design Options (#RFC-2026-21)
• Capital Projects Financial Impact Assessment (#FIN-2026-21)
• Confirmatory by-law 2026-058

Council Meeting

Council will debate a development charge reduction program and a new administrative monetary penalty system for parking. Other items include a heritage designation phase 2 direction, a subdivision amending agreement for 214 Gray Avenue, and a service line warranty program. A mayoral decision removed Official Plan Amendment No. 5 from the agenda. A special council meeting on June 17 will discuss sports dome, indoor pool, and Beeton Community Centre projects.

• Development Charge Reduction Program report #FIN-2026-20
• Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for Parking (C.W.4(1))
• Heritage Designation of Listed Properties – Phase 1 Summary and Phase 2 Direction Report (C.W.4(2))
• Subdivision Amending Agreement for 214 Gray Avenue, Alliston (By-law 2026-052)
• Service Line Water & Sewer Warranty Program – Marketing License Agreement with SLWC (By-law 2026-053)

Council Closed Meeting

This is a closed (non-public) council meeting. Council will receive an update on Block 142 – West Country Subdivision in Beeton under solicitor-client privilege, and will discuss solicitor direction for two Ontario Land Tribunal files (22-003518 and 22-003522, related to San Marco in Lamis) under litigation and solicitor-client privilege. The meeting concludes with a confirming by-law to ratify the actions taken.

• Update on Block 142 – West Country Subdivision, Beeton (solicitor-client privileged)
• Solicitor direction for OLT Files 22-003518 and 22-003522 (San Marco in Lamis) under litigation and solicitor-client privilege
• Passing of Confirming By-law 2026-057 to ratify closed meeting proceedings

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The committee will consider a zoning by-law amendment, redline revision, and extension for a Sorbara Development subdivision on Concession 7 and Sideroad 10. Other items include a farmland lease renewal for Banting Homestead, a property standards bylaw amendment, and motions on integrity commissioner cost transparency, accessible parking in downtown Tottenham, and reinstating a gate lock at Hillcrest Dog Park.

• Zoning amendment and subdivision extension for Sorbara Development at Concession 7, Pt Lots 8-10, and 2852 Sideroad 10
• Banting Homestead Farmland lease renewal and amending agreement
• Property Standards By-law 2019-164 Amendment No. 2
• Motion to investigate adding an accessible parking stall on Queen Street in Tottenham
• Motion to reinstate gate locking at Hillcrest Dog Park from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review a summary report from April 14, 2026, which includes a recommendation to research grant opportunities for the Honda Habitat Lands Location Analysis Project. The committee will also receive a deputation from Perkins & Will on the Beeton Community Centre preliminary design. Unfinished business includes updates on the EAC workplan, a social media campaign, and a debrief of EarthFest 2026.

• Deputation by Philip O'Sullivan on Beeton Community Centre Preliminary Design
• Recommendation to research grants for Honda Habitat Lands Location Analysis Project
• Debrief of EarthFest 2026 events held in April-May 2026
• Update on Social Media Campaign 'New Tecumseth ACTS' with monthly sustainability themes
• Review of EAC 2023-2026 Work Plan with items on climate action, flood prevention, and trails

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider four applications: three minor variances for construction within environmental protection zones (including a pool and cabana at 11 Pyne Hills Ct., a dwelling at 1427 Sideroad 15, and an expansion at 6454 2nd Line), and a consent application to change a right-of-way easement at 180 Albert St. W., Alliston to facilitate construction of an apartment building. Staff recommend approval for all applications.

• Minor variance A08-26 for a detached cabana and swimming pool within the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone at 11 Pyne Hills Ct.
• Minor variance A09-26 for a single detached dwelling within 120m of the Environmental Protection Zone at 1427 Sideroad 15.
• Minor variance A10-26 for an expansion to an existing dwelling within 90m of the Oak Ridges Moraine Environmental Protection Zone at 6454 2nd Line.
• Consent application B04-26 to change the location of a right-of-way easement at 180 Albert St. W., Alliston to allow access for an apartment building.

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Council Meeting

Council will debate and potentially enact By-law 2026-050 regulating micromobility devices (e.g., e-scooters) and review a petition for Church Street North bike lanes and sidewalks. Other items include a temporary use of Beeton Courts by the Tottenham Tennis Club and a deputation on the Collingwood Water Treatment Plant update.

• By-law 2026-050: regulate micromobility devices within New Tecumseth
• Church Street North Bike Lanes and Sidewalk Petition (C-2)
• Temporary Use of Beeton Courts by Tottenham Tennis Club (R-2)
• Mayor's Student Bursary Program 2026 Applications (R-1)
• Deputation: Collingwood Water Treatment Plant Update (D-1)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is considering several items, including directing staff to proceed with Phase 2 heritage designation for 19 properties on the municipal register to meet a provincial deadline. Also on the agenda is implementing an Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for parking enforcement, a motion to request a costing breakdown of Integrity Commissioner services, an amending agreement for a subdivision, and a new water/sewer warranty program.

• Heritage designation Phase 2 for 19 properties strongly recommended by consultant, required by January 2027 under Bill 23 and Bill 200
• Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for parking, replacing court-based dispute resolution with municipal administrative process
• Motion from Councillor Foster requesting detailed cost breakdown of Integrity Commissioner services for the 2022-2026 council term
• 214 Gray Ave Subdivision Amending Agreement
• Service Line Water & Sewer Warranty Program

Heritage Advisory Committee

This is a largely procedural meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee, with a land acknowledgment, agenda confirmation, and disclosures. The only substantive item is an update on the Heritage Designation Project under unfinished business.

• Update on Heritage Designation Project

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Traffic Advisory Committee will review a summary report recommending that Council approve and implement the Rural Speed Limit Policy. The committee will also consider a draft Sidewalk Policy and discuss the Urban Speed Limit Policy as unfinished business.

• Recommendation to approve Rural Speed Limit Policy for all future rural speed limit reviews
• Review of draft Sidewalk Planning, Design, Construction & Maintenance Policy
• Discussion on Urban Speed Limit Policy as unfinished business
• Correspondence from March 2024 on speed limit policy review from other municipalities

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

Council Closed Meeting

Council is meeting in closed session to receive an update on the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park, discussed under solicitor-client privilege and negotiation exceptions to the Municipal Act. No public decisions are being made; the meeting confirms prior proceedings via a by-law.

• C.S.1: Update 3 on Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park (closed session, legal and negotiation advice)

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will consider several by‑laws, including a license agreement with Bell Mobility for wireless equipment on the Tottenham Water Tower at 6830 4th Line. It will also adopt a by‑law to appoint a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and set the 2026 tax rates. Additional items include a $10,000 Orchid Sponsorship for the Stevenson Memorial Hospital fundraiser and a pre‑servicing agreement for the Belterra Residential Subdivision.

• By‑law 2026‑045: License agreement with Bell Mobility for equipment on Tottenham Water Tower (6830 4th Line)
• By‑law 2026‑043: Appointment of a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer under the Community Safety and Policing Act
• By‑law 2026‑044: Establishment of 2026 tax rates and tax levy
• Orchid Sponsorship of $10,000 for the 2026 Summer Soirée supporting Stevenson Memorial Hospital
• By‑law 2026‑046: Pre‑servicing agreement for Belterra Residential Subdivision (5810‑14th Line)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

At the Committee of the Whole, Council approved the mayor’s written motion to nominate CAO Neil Garbe as the Small Urban Caucus Employee Representative to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario board for the 2026‑2028 term. The committee received and accepted summary reports from the Environmental Advisory Committee (April 14, 2026) and the Accessibility Advisory Committee (April 22, 2026). It also approved the Environmental Advisory Committee’s recommendation to research grant and funding opportunities for the Honda Habitat Lands Location Analysis Project. Staff presented an update on the Complete Streets and Green Development Standards, recommending a budget request for a consultant to be included in the 2027 capital budget.

• Nomination of CAO Neil Garbe to AMO Board of Directors (2026‑2028 term)
• Environmental Advisory Committee to research grant opportunities for the Honda Habitat Lands Location Analysis Project
• Acceptance of Environmental Advisory Committee summary report dated April 14, 2026
• Acceptance of Accessibility Advisory Committee summary report dated April 22, 2026
• Recommendation to include a consultant budget request for Complete Streets standards in the 2027 capital budget

Special Council Meeting

Council is deciding on Official Plan Amendment No. 5 (OPA 5), which expands settlement area boundaries in Alliston and other areas to accommodate projected growth to 2051. The agenda also includes a related Environmental Registry of Ontario posting on growth and housing needs in South Simcoe. Several deputations and correspondence from landowners support the expansion, while one resident raises concerns about infrastructure capacity and local control.

• Consideration of OPA 5 including recommended Settlement Area Boundary Expansions for lands north of Alliston (Copperglen Estates, Rayville Developments) and other properties
• By-law 2026-041 to adopt Amendment No. 5 to the Official Plan of the Town of New Tecumseth
• Deputation by Raymond Ziemba (SGL Planning) in support of the proposed expansion for the North West Alliston Landowners Group
• Correspondence from Sajecki Planning on behalf of Blackstone Property Inc. requesting inclusion of 5514 14th Line in the settlement boundary
• Resident deputation (Lauren Gibb) warning of infrastructure capacity risks if OPA 5 proceeds without stronger safeguards

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider adopting the 2026 Final Tax Rates and Tax Levying By-law, which sets municipal, county and education tax rates for the coming fiscal year. Council will also vote on a $10,000 Orchid Sponsorship for the Stevenson Memorial Hospital 2026 Summer Soirée. A resolution will be presented requesting the Ontario government amend Bill 100 so Simcoe County can retain authority to appoint its own warden. Additional items include a license agreement extension with Bell Mobility and a discussion of red‑light camera policy.

• Adoption of 2026 Final Tax Rates and Tax Levying By‑law (Report #FIN‑2026‑14)
• Orchid Sponsorship – $10,000 for the 2026 Summer Soirée supporting Stevenson Memorial Hospital
• Resolution requesting amendment to Bill 100 to keep Simcoe County’s warden appointment authority
• License Agreement Extension between Bell Mobility Inc. and the Town of New Tecumseth
• Discussion of Red Light Cameras (Report #ENG‑2026‑09)

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss updates to the Town's investment policy and procurement directives. The meeting includes a public meeting report regarding official plan and zoning amendments for 4824 Sideroad 20.

• By-law 2026-038: Amended Investment Policy to authorize investing in ONE Joint Investment Board
• By-law 2026-039: Amendment to Procurement Policy By-Law 2021-140 regarding the Buy Ontario Act, 2025
• Public meeting report for Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments at 4824 Sideroad 20
• Pedestrian crossing improvements at Queen Street and Mill Street
• Request from Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation for a $150,000 installment of a $750,000 pledge

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hear three minor variance applications, each recommended for approval by staff. The most significant is a request to reduce the minimum lot area for an agricultural property at 6386 7th Line from 1 hectare to 0.184 hectares, along with reduced frontage and increased lot coverage. Other applications involve a side-yard setback reduction at 124 Walker Blvd., Alliston, and a walkway encroachment increase at 147 Sharpe Cr., Tottenham.

• Minor variance A05-26: 124 Walker Blvd., Alliston – reduce interior side yard setback from 1.20 m to 0.73 m for entrance steps.
• Minor variance A06-26: 6386 7th Line, New Tecumseth – reduce minimum lot area from 1 ha to 0.184 ha, frontage from 35.0 m to 30.4 m, and increase lot coverage from 15% to 18.92% in Agricultural Zone.
• Minor variance A07-26: 147 Sharpe Cr., Tottenham – increase allowable walkway encroachment into landscaped open space from 15% to 51%, subject to maintaining a 0.6 m drainage swale.

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Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing a summary report from February 18, 2026, which includes recommendations to use town social media for invisible disabilities awareness and to apply for a $40,000 grant for accessible upgrades to the Rotary Pool. The committee will also hear deputations on the Beeton Community Centre preliminary design, the 2026 Alliston Potato Festival pilot project, and the 2026 municipal election. Unfinished business includes planning for National AccessAbility Week 2026.

• Deputation from Perkins & Will on Beeton Community Centre preliminary design
• Deputation from The Alliston Potato Festival on a 2026 pilot project
• Deputation from Elections Assistant on the 2026 Municipal Election
• Recommendation to use town social media for 'Invisible Disabilities' during AccessAbility Week 2026 (May 24–30)
• Discussion of Rick Hansen Foundation RBC Barrier Buster Grant (up to $40,000) for accessible upgrades to Rotary Pool

TESTING PS Committee of the Whole Meeting

This agenda is purely procedural, containing standard items such as confirmation of agenda, disclosures, and adoption of items not requiring separate discussion. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are detailed.

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole holds a statutory public meeting to consider applications to redesignate and rezone a portion of 4824 Sideroad 20 from agricultural to agricultural-exception, allowing an existing electrical contracting facility to operate legally. No decision is made; staff will continue review and bring a recommendation to a future meeting.

• Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for 4824 Sideroad 20 to permit an existing electric contracting facility on prime agricultural land
• Proposal to adjust the Environmental Protection designation and zone boundary along an unnamed tributary
• Public meeting required under the Planning Act; comments accepted until Council decision
• Supporting studies submitted: Planning Justification, Agricultural Impact Assessment, Environmental Impact Study, Traffic Brief, Flood Study, and others

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review a summary report from February 10, 2026, recommending Council approve allocations of up to $750 for a documentary screening, $300 for guest speakers, and $1,000 for Meta advertising. The committee will also hear deputations on a Drainage Master Plan and Honda-Habitat Lands discussion, and discuss EarthFest 2026 planning and survey feedback.

• Review of summary report recommending up to $2,050 in EarthFest 2026 budget allocations
• Deputation from Adam Ripper on the Drainage Master Plan
• Deputation from Kaitlyn Cosgrove on Honda-Habitat Lands
• Discussion of bike repair stands estimated at $2,500 each for at least six units
• Review of EarthFest survey feedback and draft surveys

Council Meeting

The Council adopted the March 23 meeting minutes and received several reports. It approved $1,495,000 in development‑charge funding for each of two engineering design projects – the Industrial Parkway Sanitary Pumping Station upgrades and the Parsons Road to Industrial Parkway trunk watermain. The Council enacted By‑law 2026‑028 to extend the joint services agreement with the New Tecumseth Public Library for five years, and passed By‑laws 2026‑034, 2026‑035 and 2026‑036 concerning refreshment vehicle licensing, student by‑law officers and municipal weed inspectors. Additional items included EarthFest budget allocations of $750, $300 and $1,000, and approval of permanent radar speed signs for each urban community.

• $1,495,000 development‑charge funding for Industrial Parkway Sanitary Pumping Station upgrades
• $1,495,000 development‑charge funding for Parsons Road to Industrial Parkway trunk watermain
• By‑law 2026‑028: extension agreement with New Tecumseth Public Library for an additional 5 years
• By‑law 2026‑034 amendment to the Refreshment Vehicle Licensing By‑law
• Permanent radar speed sign installation in each urban community

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider a recommendation to approve and direct staff to implement the Rural Speed Limit Policy for future rural speed limit reviews. It will also adopt an amended Investment Policy, review the Tax Arrears Status Report for 2025, discuss the Municipal Buy Ontario Procurement Directive, and receive updates on Queen Street & Mill Street pedestrian crossing improvements and a groundwater optimization implementation update.

• Rural Speed Limit Policy (ENG-POL-001-2026) – recommendation to approve and implement
• Amended Investment Policy (FI-POL-001-2026) – by‑law adoption
• Tax Arrears Status Report (Dec 31 2025) – review
• Municipal Buy Ontario Procurement Directive – discussion
• Queen Street & Mill Street Pedestrian Crossing Improvements – update

Special Council Closed Meeting

New Tecumseth Council held a special closed meeting on April 1, 2026, to discuss the Provincial Plan for Growth. The meeting concluded with the passing of By-law 2026-033 to formally ratify the actions taken during the session.

• Closed meeting regarding Provincial Plan for Growth
• By-law 2026-033 to confirm proceedings
• Verbal report from the CAO
• Municipal Act Section 239 (2) (h) disclosure
• Virtual meeting held on April 1, 2026

CANCELLED Committee of Adjustment

Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee

The Museum on the Boyne Advisory Committee will receive and consider the Summary Report dated May 28, 2025. It will discuss unfinished business items such as the Tourism Simcoe County Marketing Grant, the Essa Municipal Grant, and the Community Museum Operating Grant (CMOG). New business will include staffing updates and upcoming programs, events, and exhibits. The meeting is virtual and open to public input by preregistration.

• Review of Summary Report dated May 28, 2025
• Unfinished Business – Tourism Simcoe County Marketing Grant
• Unfinished Business – Essa Municipal Grant
• Unfinished Business – Community Museum Operating Grant (CMOG)
• New Business – Staffing Updates

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Council Closed Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council held a closed meeting on March 23, 2026. It will confirm the agenda, disclose any pecuniary interests, and determine items that need separate discussion. The council will adopt By-law 2026-032, which formally confirms all actions taken at this meeting. An update on the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park is also on the agenda.

• Confirmation of agenda (procedural)
• Disclosure of pecuniary interest (procedural)
• Determination of items requiring separate discussion (procedural)
• Adoption of By-law 2026-032 to confirm meeting proceedings
• Update on Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park (C.S.1)

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will vote on several by-laws, including a zoning amendment that adds a home‑industry dog training facility and kennel use in the Agricultural Two zone. It will also consider a traffic‑calming pilot on Church Street North, a three‑year lease for the Agricultural Building at 58 Prospect Street, and updates to library joint‑service and delegated‑authority by‑laws. The meeting includes reports on water‑treatment plant expansion, climate‑action plan, and accessible parking at 106 Victoria Street West.

• By‑law 2026‑022: amend Zoning By‑law 2021‑128 to permit dog training facilities and kennels at 5141 7th Line
• By‑law 2026‑023: amend Parking & Traffic By‑law 1993‑128 for Church Street North traffic‑calming pilot
• By‑law 2026‑024: authorize a 3‑year lease of the Agricultural Building at 58 Prospect Street with Beeton & District Agricultural Society
• By‑law 2026‑028: authorize signing of an extension agreement for joint services with the New Tecumseth Public Library
• By‑law 2026‑029: amend Delegation of Authority By‑law 2026‑009

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative and community service items. A primary focus is a request to allow a third-party digital billboard that does not meet current sign by-law setbacks and quantity limits.

• Proposed variance for a digital billboard at 6078 Highway 9 (Report #ADMIN-2026-08)
• Proposed amendment to Refreshment Vehicle Licence By-law 2002-178
• Installation of permanent radar speed signs in each urban community
• Strategic path forward for Age-Friendly New Tecumseth
• Selection of a Property and Facilities Valuation Consultant

Traffic Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding the Town's draft policies for rural speed limits and sidewalks. These items follow previous reviews of data from the O.P.P. and comparisons with other municipalities.

• Discussion of Town Draft Policy Speed Limits on Rural Roads
• Discussion of Town Draft Policy Sidewalk Policy
• Review of TAC Speed Limit Policy Review from March 14, 2024

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Planning will review a Redline Revision Request and a Zoning By‑law Amendment for the Sorbara Developments site at 2846 Sideroad 10. The proposals would increase the Phase 2 portion of the Draft Plan of Subdivision to up to 875 residential units, including street townhouses and single‑detached homes. Staff will continue technical review and consider public comments before making a recommendation.

• Redline Revision Request to raise total dwellings to 875 on Phase 2 at 2846 Sideroad 10
• Zoning By‑law Amendment to replace existing Low‑Rise Residential zones with new LR‑XX zoning for townhouses and single‑detached units
• Proposed mix: 366 street townhouses and 467‑506 single‑detached dwellings
• Changes to stormwater management, open space, parkland blocks, trails, and internal road network
• Staff have received one written public comment on the applications

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will consider several by‑law motions, including a zoning amendment to permit a kennel and dog training facility on 5141 7th Line. Additional items include amendments to the parking and traffic by‑law, a lease agreement for the Agricultural Building at 58 Prospect Street, and updates to the building permit by‑law and fee schedule. The meeting also includes reports on water‑treatment plant expansion, climate‑action planning, and the Mayor’s Charity Event funding expansion.

• By‑law 2026‑022: amend Zoning By‑law No. 2021‑128 to allow a kennel and dog training facility at 5141 7th Line
• By‑law 2026‑023: amend By‑law 93‑128 (Parking and Traffic By‑law)
• By‑law 2026‑024: authorize lease of the Agricultural Building at 58 Prospect Street, Beeton
• By‑law 2026‑018: update Building By‑law & Fee Schedule for 2026
• By‑law 2026‑025: confirm the proceedings of Council

Council Closed Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth is authorizing the signing of two Ontario Conditional Grant Agreements with the provincial government for water treatment plant expansion and local infrastructure upgrades. The council is also confirming the proceedings of its closed meeting held on March 9, 2026.

• By-law 2026-026: Authorizes signing Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements for Water Treatment Plant Expansion and Local Infrastructure Upgrades
• By-law 2026-027: Confirms the proceedings of the Council Closed Meeting held on March 9, 2026
• Agenda item C.S.1: Ontario Transfer Payment Agreements (confidential)
• Agenda item: Determination of Items Requiring Separate Discussion
• Agenda item: Adoption of all items Not Requiring Separate Discussion

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive summary reports from the Heritage, Environmental, and Accessibility advisory committees. It will decide on three EarthFest budget allocations: $750 for the “Just Eat It” documentary screening on April 29, $300 for Trade Show speakers on May 2, and $1,000 for meta‑advertising. The Committee will also consider a proposal to purchase six bike‑repair stands at $2,500 each and discuss heritage‑district signage and plaque initiatives.

• Allocate up to $750 from the EarthFest budget for the “Just Eat It” documentary screening (April 29, 2026)
• Allocate up to $300 from the EarthFest budget for guest speakers at the EarthFest Trade Show (May 2, 2026)
• Allocate up to $1,000 from the EarthFest budget for paid meta‑advertisements
• Proposal to install six bike‑repair stands at $2,500 each, total $15,000, with grant funding options
• RFQ issued for designation of listed heritage properties, approved by Council in January 2026

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on four minor variance applications and one consent application for land severance. The items include requests for building height and setback relief and the creation of a new lot.

• Minor variance for 11-37 Young St., Alliston to reduce front yard setback to 5.82m and building height to 5.4m
• Minor variance for 2153 Sideroad 18 to permit an accessory building height of 5.74m
• Consent application for 1219 Sideroad 17 to sever 1.0 ha to create a new lot
• Minor variance for 1219 Sideroad 17 to reduce minimum lot frontage from 150.0m to 58.9m
• Amendment to a January 22 decision for 6100 Mackenzie Pioneer Rd. regarding front yard setbacks

New Tecumseth Public Library Board

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will vote on a borrowing by-law that authorizes $5,000,000 of debt. It will also consider a zoning by-law amendment and red‑line revision for the Beeton Meadows Phase 1 subdivision, an update to the 2026 Building By‑law and fee schedule, and a lease agreement for the Beeton Cenotaph. Additionally, the council will discuss pedestrian‑safety measures at the Queen Street and Mill Street intersection in Tottenham.

• Borrowing By‑law 2026‑016 authorizing $5,000,000 of borrowing
• Zoning By‑law amendment (By‑law 2026‑017) to rezone Beeton Meadows Phase 1 subdivision
• 2026 Building By‑law & Fee Schedule Update (By‑law 2026‑018)
• Lease Agreement for the Beeton Cenotaph (By‑law 2026‑019)
• Pedestrian safety measures for the Queen Street and Mill Street intersection in Tottenham

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider and adopt a new policy governing the use of municipal resources during municipal election campaign periods, as outlined in Report #ADMIN-2026-04 and Appendix A. The policy sets rules to ensure compliance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 and to maintain fairness and transparency. The meeting also includes a motion to investigate adding two accessible parking spaces at 106 Victoria Street West and several other items such as a fence‑bylaw exemption request, a zoning amendment application, and a traffic‑calming pilot project.

• Adopt Use of Corporate Resources During Election Campaign Period Policy (Report #ADMIN-2026-04)
• Motion to investigate adding ~2 accessible parking spaces at 106 Victoria St. West
• Request for exemption from Fence By‑law No. 2007‑100 at 2117 Adjala‑Tecumseth Townline
• Application for Zoning By‑law Amendment for 5141‑7th Line (File D14‑2024‑003)
• Church Street North Traffic Calming Pilot Project

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review a summary report and discuss plans for Accessibility Week 2026 and Kindness and Courtesy Month. The committee previously recommended using town social media to promote white cane awareness.

• Review of Summary Report dated December 17, 2025
• Discussion on Accessibility Week 2026 (May 24–30, 2026)
• Kindness and Courtesy Month update and participation
• Request to use town social media for white cane awareness
• Service dog awareness and snow removal updates

Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive Report #PD-2026-06 on applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for 259 Albert Street East in Alliston. The proposals seek to redesignate the property to Employment Area Two and rezone it to permit industrial uses, bringing the existing legal non‑conforming plumbing business into compliance. Planning staff will continue the technical review and address comments before presenting a recommendation at a future meeting.

• Official Plan Amendment application D09-2026-001 for 259 Albert Street East
• Zoning By-law Amendment application D14-2026-002 for the same property
• Proposed redesignation to Employment Area Two, Urban Open Space and Environmental Protection Two Overlay
• Proposed rezoning from Open Space (OS) to Employment Area Two (EA2) and Open Space (OS)
• Amendments aim to regularize the existing plumbing business without new construction

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review its workplan and discuss EarthFest 2026, including a tree planting event and a documentary screening at Town Hall on May 2.

• EarthFest 2026 scheduled for May 2 at Town Hall
• Review of EAC Work Plan 2023-26
• Discussion on Salt Management guidelines
• Social media campaign themes proposed
• Tree canopy and rebate program review

Council Closed Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth Council is holding a closed meeting to discuss operational responsibility for the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park. The session includes solicitor-client privileged advice and negotiation strategies.

• Update on operational responsibility for Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park
• By-law 2026-014 to confirm the proceedings of the closed meeting

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will vote on several by‑law amendments, including rezoning of land on 14th Line (By‑law 2026‑010) and on Young Street (By‑law 2026‑011). The meeting also includes adoption of a fire‑protection grant agreement (By‑law 2026‑008) and a delegation of authority by‑law (By‑law 2026‑009). Additional items are a 54+ Club amending agreement (By‑law 2026‑012) and reports on various committees and projects.

• By‑law 2026‑010: Amend Zoning By‑law to rezone 14th Line blocks 347‑350, 407‑408 to Low‑Rise Residential‑Exception‑Eighty (LR‑80)
• By‑law 2026‑011: Amend Zoning By‑law to rezone portions of 124‑146 Young Street to Major Commercial‑Exception (MC‑10) with Holding Provision (H28)
• By‑law 2026‑008: Authorize signing of an Ontario Fire Protection Grant Transfer Payment Agreement
• By‑law 2026‑009: Define delegation policies and procedures for municipal staff
• By‑law 2026‑012: Authorize signing of an amending agreement with the 54+ Club for expansion to the NTRC

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will consider and adopt a borrowing by‑law that authorizes up to $5 million of temporary borrowing. Council will also discuss expanding the Mayor’s Charity Event to allocate at least $25,000 for youth participation in community, recreational and cultural programs, and will direct staff to study additional pedestrian safety measures at the Queen Street‑Mill Street intersection. Additional reports on traffic advisory, zoning applications, building by‑law updates, and community‑service projects will be presented.

• Borrowing By‑law authorizing up to $5,000,000 borrowing (Report #FIN-2026-04)
• Mayor’s Charity Event expansion with a minimum $25,000 allocation for youth programs
• Pedestrian safety measures study for Queen Street and Mill Street intersection in Tottenham
• Zoning By‑law amendment and redline revision for Beeton Meadows Phase 1 Subdivision (File No D14‑2024‑004)
• Shephard Avenue permanent asphalt speed cushions pilot project

New Tecumseth Public Library Board

Heritage Advisory Committee

The Heritage Advisory Committee will review the draft commemorative plaque for the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) Building and discuss the proposed panel location. It will also receive the Summary Report dated 16 Sep 2025 and consider unfinished business items, including the Heritage Advisory Committee Workplan, a request for heritage plaques and signage research, and heritage planning updates.

• Review of Summary Report dated 16 Sep 2025
• Heritage Advisory Committee Workplan (deferred)
• Request for Heritage Plaques and Signage Research
• Heritage Planning Updates
• Commemorative Plaque for PUC Building – draft panel location

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will adopt three by‑laws, including one to appoint a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer under the Community Safety and Policing Act. It will also approve a temporary garden‑centre zoning amendment at 6320 8th Line and a three‑year rental agreement with the Alliston Hornets Hockey Club. Additional items include a review of the Purchasing Card Policy, updates on the OPP budget, fire station #4, and traffic‑calming policy.

• By‑law 2026‑001: appoint a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• By‑law 2026‑002: three‑year rental agreement with Alliston Hornets Hockey Club at 7300 Industrial Parkway
• By‑law 2026‑005: temporary garden‑centre use on 6320 8th Line for three years
• Report #FIN‑2026‑02: Purchasing Card Policy Review
• Review of Town’s Traffic Calming Policy (C.W.1)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive a motion directing staff to assess ways to increase operational responsibility for the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park at 5116 Sir Frederick Banting Road. It will also consider the Traffic Advisory Committee’s recommendation to approve a 40 km/h neighbourhood speed limit as a traffic‑calming measure, with staff to review feasibility. Additional items include an Accessibility Advisory Committee request to use town social media for white‑cane awareness and the receipt of a litigation status report.

• Motion directing staff to assess increased operational responsibility for the Sir Frederick Banting Homestead & Heritage Park (5116 Sir Frederick Banting Road)
• Traffic Advisory Committee recommendation to approve a 40 km/h neighbourhood speed limit as a traffic‑calming measure, pending staff feasibility review
• Accessibility Advisory Committee request to use town social media for white‑cane awareness graphics supplied by the CNIB during Kindness and Courtesy Month (February 2026)
• Litigation Status Report receipt noting insurance deductibles ranging from $10,000 to $50,000
• Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By‑law Amendment applications: File No DEV NT-2501/D14-2025-001 for Cablebridge Enterprises (blocks on 14th Line, RP 51M-1005) and File No DEV 414 for Liberty Development Corporation (124‑146 Young Street, Alliston)

Council Closed Meeting

The Town of New Tecumseth council held a closed meeting to consider a status report on Fire Station #4 and to adopt By‑law 2026‑007, which confirms the proceedings and actions taken at the meeting. The by‑law ratifies all recommendations, motions and resolutions as if they were formally enacted. No other substantive items were on the agenda.

• Fire Station #4 Project – status report presented
• By‑law 2026‑007 – confirmation of council’s closed‑meeting proceedings

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will receive a report on Ontario Regulation 257/25 and decide on three applications: a minor variance to expand an industrial building at 75 Industrial Road, Tottenham; a minor variance to reduce the front yard setback at 6100 Mackenzie Pioneer Rd, Alliston; and two consent applications to create new lots at 59 Lilly St. W, Beeton. The meeting will also appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026 term.

• Minor variance A01-26: expansion of industrial building at 75 Industrial Road, Tottenham within 30 m of the Environmental Protection Zone
• Minor variance A02-26: reduce front yard setback from 7.5 m to 3.32 m at 6100 Mackenzie Pioneer Rd, Alliston
• Consent B01-26: provisional consent to sever land and create one new lot at 59 Lilly St. W, Beeton
• Consent B02-26: provisional consent to sever land and create one new lot at 59 Lilly St. W, Beeton
• Appointment of new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026 term

Traffic Advisory Committee

The Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding the Rural Speed Limit Policy and Sidewalk Policy. The agenda includes a detailed report on motor vehicle collisions, speeding charges, and traffic volumes from 2020 to March 2025.

• Review of Rural Speed Limit Policy
• Review of Sidewalk Policy
• Analysis of collision and speeding statistics (2020-March 2025)
• Review of stunt driving occurrences
• Discussion of travel speeds and traffic volumes on rural roads

CANCELLED Committee of the Whole Planning Public Meeting

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a written motion to direct staff to circulate the site plan for the new Banting Memorial High School and collect council comments. A motion will also direct staff to undertake a comprehensive review of the Town’s Traffic Calming Policy and report findings by Q2 2026. Staff will seek approval to designate a list of recurring events as Municipally Significant to streamline liquor licence permits. Finally, the committee will consider a Zoning By‑law Amendment to permit a temporary garden centre and contractor facilities on 6320 8th Line for three years.

• Site Plan Control approval request for new Banting Memorial High School (Banting Homestead property)
• Review of the Town’s Traffic Calming Policy with recommendations due Q2 2026
• Designation of listed events as Municipally Significant for Special Occasion Permits
• Application for Zoning By‑law Amendment – Temporary Garden Centre at 6320 8th Line (3‑year term)
• No financial considerations noted for the municipally significant events designation

Council Meeting

The New Tecumseth Council will consider appointing a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer under the Community Safety and Policing Act and authorize a three-year rental agreement with the Alliston Hornets Hockey Club for ice time at the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre.

• Appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (By-law 2026-001)
• Rental agreement with Alliston Hornets Hockey Club (By-law 2026-002)
• Removal of part lot control for semi-detached dwellings (By-law 2026-003)
• Town-wide 2026 FIFA World Cup Tourism Promotion Initiative
• Road Safety Initiative Funding

CANCELLED Traffic Advisory Committee