Oliver Paipoonge public meetings in 2025
42 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Operating and Capital Budget
The Oliver Paipoonge Municipal Council will meet to adopt the 2026 Operating and Capital Budget. The agenda includes reports on property taxes, reserves, and departmental budgets for the upcoming year.
- Adoption of the 2026 Operating and Capital Budget agenda
- Reports on property tax impacts and budget summaries
- Reports on reserves, administration, and economic development
- Reports on public works, fire services, and recreation
- Reports on water and sewer systems and Rosslyn Village
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider Application 1B/20/25, a proposed lot addition transferring 0.29 hectares at 66 Twin City Crossroads. The property is zoned Heavy Industrial under the Official Plan and Zoning By-law 01-2019, and the addition meets the minimum area and frontage requirements. The agenda also includes standard items such as approval of the agenda, disclosures of interest, and review of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Application 1B/20/25 – lot addition at 66 Twin City Crossroads (0.29 ha)
- Application 1B-21-25 – Easement – Staal (pages 16‑28)
- Application 1B-20-25 – Lot Addition – Enviroshred (pages 3‑15)
- Approval of the agenda
- Approval of minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting
Council
The council will adopt several by‑laws, including a zoning amendment (By‑law No. 90‑2025), an emergency management program (By‑law No. 101‑2025), and a transfer of a portion of Blindline Road allowance. It will also approve fire department procurement contracts totaling $8,323, a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2026, and a new system for handling recyclables from ineligible sources after Dec. 31/25.
- By‑law No. 90‑2025 to amend the municipal Zoning By‑law
- By‑law No. 101‑2025 to adopt an emergency management program
- Fire department contracts: fire hoses $5,850 and siphon jet strainer/valve $2,473
- Transfer of Blindline Road allowance (PIN 62294-0302) to the municipality
- 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for council members and non‑union employees for 2026
Council Operating and Capital Budget
The Oliver Paipoonge municipal council will adopt the agenda for the November 27, 2025 meeting. Council members will hear reports from municipal officers covering the 2026 operating and capital budget for each department. A by‑law (No. 99‑2025) will be passed to confirm the proceedings of the meeting.
- Adoption of the agenda for the 2026 Operating and Capital Budget meeting
- Reports of municipal officers presenting the 2026 budget summary for all departments
- By‑law No. 99‑2025 to confirm the meeting proceedings
- Discussion of reserves, administration, and agency budgets
- Review of public works, fire services, recreation, and other service budgets
Council
The council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the November 12 meetings, and pass a resolution supporting the Pineview Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) proposal on municipal lands. It will also adopt the 2026 regular meeting schedule, change the staff appreciation program to $50 Shell or ESSO gift cards (discontinuing VISA cards), and receive updates on MTO brake policy and an upcoming LRMC fire services meeting.
- Support resolution for Pineview BESS Project (75 MW capacity) on municipal project lands
- Adopt 2026 regular council meeting schedule
- Revise staff appreciation program to $50 Shell or ESSO gift cards, eliminate VISA cards
- Information report on MTO policy for engine compression (Jake) brakes on Hwy 11/17
- Invitation to LRMC fire services meeting scheduled for February 17 2026 at Rosslyn Hall
Council Operating and Capital Budget
The Oliver Paipoonge Council will meet to review and adopt the 2026 Operating and Capital Budget. The agenda includes reports from various municipal departments and officers.
- 2026 Operating Budget Summary
- 2026 Capital Budget Summary
- Reports from Fire and Emergency Services
- Reports from Public Works - Operating
- Reports from Public Works - Capital
Public Meeting
The Municipal Council is holding a public meeting to discuss three zoning change applications. These include a municipal request for landfill enhancements and two private requests for industrial and residential uses.
- ZBLA05-2025: Municipal application to rezone portions of Lot 14 and Lot 15 to Disposal Industrial (DI) for landfill enhancements.
- ZBLA07-2025: Application by Brody Miller to rezone 117 Twin City Crossroad from Rural Residential (RR) to Light Industrial (LI).
- ZBLA08-2025: Application by Glenn Grann to rezone 41 Fraser Road from Extractive Industrial (EI) to Rural (Ru) for two new residential lots.
Council
The Oliver Paipoonge Council will adopt the agenda, approve the October 29 minutes, and consider several reports. It will vote on three zoning by‑law amendments that change land designations at 284 Boulter Road, 117 Twin City Crossroad and 41 Fraser Road. The council will also approve a $15,440 purchase of fire radios, a $25,000 spend for the arsenic treatment plant, and borrowing by‑laws for Infrastructure Ontario loans.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBLA05‑2025: rezone portion of CON 1 PT S1/2 LOT 14 PCL 1690 to Disposal Industrial
- Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBLA07‑2025: rezone 117 Twin City Crossroad from Rural Residential to Light Industrial
- Zoning By‑law Amendment ZBLA08‑2025: rezone 41 Fraser Road from Extractive Industrial to Rural for two residential lots
- Award RFQ 19‑2025: purchase ten Kenwood NX‑3200 radios for $15,440 plus taxes
- Authorize up to $25,000 additional spending for the Rosslyn Village arsenic water‑treatment plant
Council
The council will approve the meeting agenda, adopt minutes from October 14, and consider several reports. It will receive an update on the Ministry of Transportation project to widen and reroute Highway 11/17 between east of Kakabeka Falls and the Thunder Bay Expressway. The council will also approve a change order to the recycling depot agreement with Circular Materials Ontario, appoint a new museum board member, approve a $500 advertising invoice, and adopt a by‑law to enact the updated Health and Safety Manual.
- MTO report on widening Highway 11/17 to four lanes and rerouting a portion
- Change Order approval for Circular Materials Ontario depot operations agreement
- Appointment of Katherine Couzelis to the Oliver Paipoonge Museum Board
- Approval of $500 advertising invoice for Kakabeka Curling Club
- Adoption of By‑law No. 86-2025 to enact the updated Health and Safety Manual
Public Meeting
The municipal council will hear a report on Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA06‑2025, a housekeeping amendment that adds definitions for electrical generation and energy storage to the 2019 zoning by-law. Comments from the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority and the Ministry of Energy and Mines have been received. The public meeting will allow supporters and objectors to speak before the amendment is considered at the later council session.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA06‑2025 to add energy‑related definitions
- Public hearing for supporters and objectors on the amendment
- Comments submitted by Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (Oct 2 2025)
- Comments submitted by Ministry of Energy and Mines (Oct 1 2025)
- Application fee of $1500 for the zoning amendment
Council
The Municipal Council of Oliver Paipoonge will discuss updating zoning definitions for energy storage and electrical generation. The body is also deciding on a contract for municipal building heating fixtures and the transfer of a road allowance.
- By-law No. 82-2025 to amend Zoning By-law 01-2019 regarding Electrical Generation and Energy Storage definitions
- Award of RFQ 25-2025 for heating fixtures in municipal buildings to Thermal Mechanical Systems for $17,820.00 plus HST
- By-law No. 83-2025 to accept a portion of the Wrigley Road allowance from an abutting property owner
- By-law No. 84-2025 to authorize a municipal voting contract with Intelivote Systems Inc. for eVoting services
- Approval to submit a Municipal Client Questionnaire to the ONE Joint Investment Board
Council
The council will enter a closed session to discuss confidential matters related to a Battery Energy Storage System and a proposed acquisition of the North Landfill site. It will approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 closed session, public meeting, and council meeting. The council will also approve the naming of a new road extension east of Martyn Drive in the Haveman Subdivision and waive the rental fee plus HST for the Rosslyn Community Hall senior Christmas party on December 4, 2025. Finally, a by‑law confirming the proceedings of this meeting will be introduced and signed.
- Resolution to hold closed session on Battery Energy Storage System and North Landfill land acquisition
- Approval of closed‑session minutes from September 9, 2025
- Approval of public and council meeting minutes from September 9, 2025
- Approval of road name for new extension east of Martyn Drive in Haveman Subdivision
- Waiver of rental fee plus HST for Rosslyn Community Hall senior Christmas party on Dec 4 2025
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will consider two lot‑severance applications (numbers 1B‑17‑25 and 1B‑18‑15) to create new lots on Miller. The meeting also includes routine items such as opening the meeting, approving the agenda, disclosures of interest, deputations, reviewing the July 10, 2025 minutes, and any unfinished or new business before adjourning.
- Application 1B‑17‑25 – request to sever land for a new lot on Miller
- Application 1B‑18‑15 – request to sever land for a new lot on Miller
- Review of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Disclosures of interest
- Deputations
Public Meeting
The municipal council public meeting will hear reports on three zoning by-law amendment applications (ZBLA03-2025, ZBLA04-2025, ZBLA05-2025). The mayor will read each application’s details and the planning department will summarize the preliminary reports and comments from external agencies. After public comments, the council will decide on the amendments at a later council meeting that evening.
- ZBLA03-2025: add a veterinary clinic (site‑specific commercial use) at 961 Poleline Road
- ZBLA04-2025: rezone 156 Boundary Drive to permit an accessory dwelling with separate well and septic system
- ZBLA05-2025: rezone portion of CON 1 PT S1/2 LOT 14 PCL1960 from Open Space to Disposal Industrial
- Comments received from Lakehead Region Conservation Authority, Ministry of Energy and Mines, and Thunder Bay District Health Unit for each application
- By‑law amendments will be voted on at the council meeting later that evening
Council
The Municipal Council will discuss several zoning amendments and the potential support of a 75 MW wind energy project. Members will also decide on the future of the Official Plan review and the cessation of train whistles in Kakabeka Falls.
- Support resolution for the 75 MW Murillo Wind Project by Elemental Energy Renewables Inc.
- Zoning amendment for a veterinary clinic in a Rural (RU) property (By-law No. 76-2025).
- Zoning amendment for an accessory dwelling at 156 Boundary Drive (By-law No. 77-2025).
- Proposed abandonment of the 5-year Official Plan review and deferral of the 10-year review to 2027.
- Donation of 16 hours of ice time valued at $2,800.00 to NorWest Minor Hockey.
Council
The council will approve the 2024 audited financial statements and consider transferring the 2024 budget surplus (amount not specified) to a reserve. It will also approve three procurement contracts: a diesel exhaust capture system for $106,652, compactor repairs for $93,601.38, and guide‑rail replacement for $67,850. Additionally, a municipal support resolution for the Elemental Energy Murillo Wind Project will be presented for future consideration.
- Approve diesel exhaust capture system contract to Air Technology Solutions Canada Inc. for $106,652 plus HST
- Approve compactor repairs contract to Toromont Caterpillar for $93,601.38 plus HST
- Approve guide‑rail replacement contract to Wilco Contractors Superior Inc. for $67,850 plus HST
- Approve 2024 audited financial statements and discuss transfer of the 2024 budget surplus to a reserve
- Present municipal support resolution for the Murillo Wind Project to the IESO
Council
The council will adopt a resolution opposing the province's Strong Mayor Powers. It will also approve purchases for firefighter hoods and a landfill tent, cancel and re‑issue a renovation RFP, and approve a single‑source contract for e‑voting services for the 2026 election. Additional by‑laws for website development and waste management will be signed.
- Approve purchase of 110 firefighter particulate hoods at $115.50 each, total $12,705.00 (Report No. 2025.154)
- Approve payment for South Landfill tent installation costing $26,860.55 (Report No. 2025.157)
- Adopt resolution opposing Ontario's Strong Mayor Powers (Report No. 2025.150)
- Cancel RFP 10-2025 for Municipal Office Renovations and issue new RFP and RFQ for the Blue Building (Report No. 2025.155)
- Approve single‑source procurement of Internet and telephone voting services to Intelivote Systems Inc. for the 2026 election (Report No. 2025.152)
Council
The Oliver Paipoonge Council will vote on several fire‑service items, including the renewal of a three‑year fire paging agreement with CRC Communications (July 1 2025‑June 30 2028) and the adoption of a revised Fire Department enabling and regulating by‑law. It will also approve the award of RFP 10‑2025 for office complex renovations, authorize $90,000 for shower and washroom upgrades at Intola, Slate River and Stanley fire stations, and ratify a Change Notice to the Circular Materials Ontario depot operations agreement. Additional items include a municipal investment program and a road‑allowance transfer for Townline Road.
- Renew CRC Communications fire paging service agreement (3‑year term, July 1 2025‑June 30 2028)
- Approve Fire Department enabling and regulating by‑law (Report 2025.143)
- Award RFP 10‑2025 for Office Complex Renovations (options A, B, or C)
- Authorize $90,000 for shower and washroom upgrades at Intola, Slate River and Stanley fire stations
- Approve Change Notice to Circular Materials Ontario depot operations agreement (Report 2025.146)
Committee of Adjustment
The Oliver Paipoonge Committee of Adjustment will consider four applications to create new lots, including two from the Leinonen family and two from B&B Farms Thunder Bay Inc. The meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
- Leinonen applications (1B-12-25 & 1B-13-25) for two new lots at 6047 Townline Road
- B&B Farms applications (1B-14-25 & 1B-15-25) for two new lots at CON C S/R PT LOT 7
- Leinonen applications recommended for approval with $1,000 cash-in-lieu of parkland payment
- B&B Farms applications recommended for approval with $1,000 cash-in-lieu of parkland payment
- Public hearing for the Leinonen applications to be held at the meeting
Council
Oliver Paipoonge Council approved borrowing by-laws for Kakabeka Village paving and fire vehicle replacement, authorized a roof repair contract, and deferred $233,000 in NorWest Recreation Centre projects.
- Borrowing by-law for Kakabeka Village paving
- Borrowing by-law for fire vehicle replacement
- Contract for Public Works Garage roof replacement ($76,500)
- Deferral of $233,000 in NWRC capital projects
- Website redesign agreement with Shout Media ($25,000)
Committee of Adjustment
The Oliver Paipoonge Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 12, 2025 will consider two applications for new lots. One application (1B-03-25 & 1B-04-25) from Canyon Contracting seeks to sever land at 41 Fraser Road into two lots. A second application (1B-10-25 & 1B-11-25) from Gernat also proposes two new lots. New business includes discussion of Policy 01-36-01 on recording and retaining municipal council meetings.
- Public hearing for applications 1B-03-25 & 1B-04-25 (Canyon Contracting) to create two new lots at 41 Fraser Road
- Application 1B-10-25 & 1B-11-25 (Gernat) proposing two new lots
- Policy 01-36-01: Recording of Municipal Council Meetings and Retention
- Meeting will be video recorded and live streamed
Council
The council approved the recommendation in Report No. 2025.120 to select Option 5 for the fire station location review. It also approved revisions to By‑law 30‑2025 Waste Management based on Report No. 2025.121, and authorized the purchase of a diesel plate compactor for $22,305.79 including HST. Minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting were approved.
- Approve Fire Station Location Review – Option 5 (Report 2025.120)
- Approve revisions to By‑law 30‑2025 Waste Management (Report 2025.121)
- Authorize purchase of diesel plate compactor, model D 2025 Vibratory Plate Tamper DPU6555HEH, for $22,305.79 (Report 2025.123)
- Approve comments on Bill 17 for submission (Report 2025.125)
- Approve minutes of Council meeting held May 28, 2025
Council
The council adopted four by‑laws: transferring a portion of Nicholetts Road (By‑Law No. 50‑2025), leasing office space at Murillo Hall (By‑Law No. 51‑2025), approving a video‑recording policy for council and committee meetings (By‑Law No. 45‑2025), and authorizing a newsletter agreement with Design House Publications (By‑Law No. 49‑2025). It also approved a $150 advertisement for the Rural Heritage Days program booklet. All items were presented for ratification and signed by the mayor and clerk.
- Transfer of Nicholetts Road allowance – By‑Law No. 50‑2025
- Lease agreement for office space at Murillo Hall, 4569 Oliver Road – By‑Law No. 51‑2025
- Video recording policy for council and committee meetings – By‑Law No. 45‑2025
- Newsletter agreement with Design House Publications – By‑Law No. 49‑2025
- Advertisement in Rural Heritage Days program booklet – $150.00
Council
The council authorized the acquisition of a Caterpillar 938M High Lift Loader for $316,715.93 and approved a $188,666.30 purchase of an electric Zamboni. It also accepted a $89,132.60 fire alarm upgrade for Murillo Community Hall and entered into water‑quality monitoring contracts with North Rock Engineering for both the North and South landfill sites in 2025. Additional actions included transferring a portion of the Lynn Road allowance to the municipality and granting a conditional noise‑bylaw exemption for winter construction at the OPG Kakabeka Falls generating station.
- Approve purchase of Caterpillar 938M Loader – $316,715.93 (incl. HST)
- Approve purchase of electric Zamboni 650LI – $188,666.30 (incl. HST)
- Accept fire alarm upgrade quotation for Murillo Community Hall – $89,132.60 (incl. HST)
- Enter into water‑quality monitoring contracts with North Rock Engineering for North and South landfill sites (2025)
- Transfer portion of road allowance for Lynn Road to the municipality
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two land applications. These include a request to create a new lot and a request for a lot addition.
- Application 1B-08-25: Proposed new 5.1 hectare lot at 5112 Oliver Road (Tesolin & Bannon)
- Application 1B-09-25: Proposed transfer of 28.90 hectares from 503 Highway 130 to 683 Highway 130 (Barrie)
- Proposed $1,000 cash in lieu of Parkland payment for the 5112 Oliver Road application
Council
The Municipal Council will decide on the purchase of a new Caterpillar loader and the disposal of several surplus assets. Members will also discuss funding applications for the Nor West Recreation Centre expansion and the deferral of the Twin City Crossroads Reconstruction Project.
- Purchase of a 2025 Caterpillar 938M High Lift Loader for $409,025.13
- Application for funding for the Nor West Recreation Centre Expansion Project via the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund and NOHFC
- Dedication of $682,075.00 in NORDS grant funds to the Twin City Crossroads Reconstruction Project
- Deferral of the $781,168 Twin City Crossroads Reconstruction Project from 2025 to 2026
- By-law to transfer a portion of the Blindline Road allowance to the Municipality
Committee of Adjustment
The Oliver Paipoonge Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on April 10, 2025 to consider applications for new lots. One application (1B/02/25) seeks to create a 4‑hectare lot at 177 Wrigley Drive for Richard MacDonald, with conditions including a $1,000 cash payment in lieu of parkland. Two additional applications (1B/03/25 & 1B/04/25) from Canyon Contracting Ltd. propose two new lots (4 ha and 4.1 ha) at 41 Fraser Road, currently zoned Heavy Industrial.
- Application 1B/02/25 – creation of one 4‑hectare lot at 177 Wrigley Drive (MacDonald) with $1,000 cash in lieu of parkland and other consent conditions.
- Applications 1B/03/25 & 1B/04/25 – creation of two new lots (4 ha and 4.1 ha) at 41 Fraser Road (Canyon Contracting) on Heavy Industrial zoning.
- Public hearing scheduled for Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00 pm in Council Chambers.
- Conditions include deed transfer, survey submission, health unit approval, and parkland payment.
- Standard agenda items: opening, agenda approval, disclosures, deputations, minutes, unfinished business, new business, adjournment.
Council
The Municipal Council of Oliver Paipoonge will review several new lot applications and a zoning amendment ordered by the Ontario Land Tribunal. The body is also deciding on a major road reconstruction contract and an emergency vehicle replacement cycle.
- Award of RFQ 05-2025 for Twin City Crossroads Reconstruction to Taranis Contracting Group Ltd. for $915,191.00
- Zoning By-law Amendment (By-law No. 35-2025) for Hacquoil property as ordered by the Ontario Land Tribunal
- Proposed new lot applications for 177 Wrigley Drive, 41 Fraser Road, 276 Poleline Road, and 25th Side Rd
- Contribution of services valued at $13,379.85 to Rural 60 Plus
- Agreement with Murillo Minor Athletic Association for use of ballfields, clubhouse, and storage
Council
Oliver Paipoonge Council will approve contracts for a Kakabeka Firehall washroom renovation, gravel crushing services, and building condition assessments, along with a new landfill by-law. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding a legal appeal.
- Award contract for Kakabeka Firehall washroom upgrade to PerHol Construction ($31,172.14)
- Award contract for gravel crushing to Bernt Gilbertson Enterprises ($257,537.50)
- Award contract for building condition assessments to MS Architects ($30,426.24)
- Adopt new by-law to set landfill disposal rules and rates
- Delegate CAO/Clerk as 'Head' for Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Special Council
The municipal council will hold a special meeting on March 17, 2025 to review the location of a fire station. A consultant, Greg Hankkio, will present a PowerPoint based on a Fire Station Location Review Report that was distributed to council members on February 26, 2025. Council members and the fire department will be given an opportunity to ask questions. No formal decision is listed on the agenda.
- PowerPoint presentation on Fire Station Location Review by consultant Greg Hankkio
- Fire Station Location Review Report distributed to council on February 26, 2025
- Council members and fire department to ask questions after the presentation
Public Meeting
Oliver Paipoonge Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for AMK Aviation. The proposal seeks to reduce building setbacks on a General Commercial lot to allow for a new storage and office building.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA02-2025 for AMK Aviation
- Public meeting to consider Section 34 of the Planning Act
- Application to reduce setbacks on PLAN 471 LOT 2 TO 4 LOT 20 PT LOT 5
- Municipal Office, 3250 Hwy. 130, Rosslyn
- Written comments due at the meeting or to Manager of Planning
Council
Council will review several contract awards for municipal equipment and services. The meeting includes a proposed zoning amendment to reduce setbacks for a business storage building and a presentation on the Cooper Vibert Industry Park.
- Contract award to Kamlander Crushing Ltd. for gravel crushing, screening and stockpiling for $212,372.50
- Contract award to Fort Garry Industries for a 30 Tonne Float for $60,700.00
- Contract award to AMTEC Engineering Ltd. for bi-annual bridge inspections for $7,370.00
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA 02-2025 to reduce front setbacks to 7.1m and rear to 5m for AMK Aviation
- Cancellation of RFP 12-2025 for Oliver Rd guide rail replacement due to bids exceeding $80,000 budget
Council
The council approved the minutes of recent meetings and adopted several financial agreements, including the purchase of a Freightliner chassis plow truck for $382,587.07. It also approved a $284,450.00 adiabatic condenser replacement for the Nor West Arena and authorized a municipal food‑waste diversion pilot program. Additional approvals covered the 2025/26 municipal insurance program at $333,941.00 and the Kakabeka Falls Legion road race events scheduled for August 17, 2025.
- Finance $382,587.07 from Working Fund Reserve and Roads Equipment Reserve for a new plow truck (Freightliner chassis with Viking plow equipment).
- Approve $284,450.00 + HST for an adiabatic condenser replacement at Nor West Arena.
- Authorize a Municipal Food Waste Diversion Pilot Program with Food Cycle Science.
- Approve municipal insurance program premium of $333,941.00 + applicable taxes for 2025/26.
- Approve agreement for Kakabeka Falls Legion road race events (Full Marathon, Half‑Marathon, 8 km) on August 17, 2025.
Special Council
The Special Council will open, adopt its agenda, receive reports from municipal officers, and then move to a closed‑session to consider litigation matters identified as ZBLA07‑2024 (Hacquoil) appeal mediation. No other public decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Adoption of the agenda
- Reports of municipal officers
- Resolution to adjourn to closed session for litigation discussion (ZBLA07‑2024 Hacquoil appeal mediation)
- Closed‑session meeting
- Resolution to reconvene after closed session
Committee of Adjustment
The Oliver Paipoonge Committee of Adjustment will consider an application to create a new industrial lot at 21 Twin City Crossroads. The proposal involves severing a 48-hectare portion of a larger property, leaving a retained lot of 9.3 hectares.
- Application 1B-01-25: New industrial lot at 21 Twin City Crossroads
- Proposed lot size: 48.07 hectares
- Retained lot size: 9.3 hectares
- Zoning: Light Industrial (LI)
- Official Plan designation: Industrial
Public Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for lands owned by Dave Haveman. The proposal seeks to rezone the property from Rural (RU) to Low Density Residential (R1) to allow for a 6-lot residential subdivision in the Kakabeka settlement area.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA01-2025 for OLIVER CON 1 PT LOT 18 PCL 6177
- Proposed rezoning from Rural (RU) to Low Density Residential (R1)
- Proposal for a 6-lot residential subdivision with 1 hectare lots
- Review of Planning Report No. 2025.30
- Comments received from Ministry of Mines and Lakehead Region Conservation Authority
Council
Oliver Paipoonge Council will vote on rezoning land for a subdivision, approve a land use agreement for a snowmobile club, and authorize repairs to the Nor West Arena.
- Rezone OLIVER CON 1 PT LOT 18 PCL 6177 from Rural to Low Density Residential
- Approve Memorandum of Understanding for Thunder Bay Adventure Trails Snowmobile Club
- Authorize Nor West Arena chiller rehab and condenser replacement
- Increase caretaker salary from $370.80 to $494.40 biweekly
- Approve Official Plan Amendment 6 (OPA-06)
Special Council
At the February 3 2025 special council meeting, the council received a draft copy of an updated Oliver Paipoonge Fire Department Enabling By‑law for review. The draft, prepared by Fire Chief Sean Horan and circulated under Report No. 2024.236, will be discussed at a future meeting. Council also discussed Report No. 2025.28 concerning the provincial Wildland Fire Management Act introduced in Bill 228.
- Draft Fire Department Enabling By‑law (Report 2024.236) – provided for council review
- Discussion of Wildland Fire Management Act (Report 2025.28) – provincial Bill 228
- Adoption of the agenda – confirmation of printed agenda
Council
The Council of Oliver Paipoonge will vote on adopting the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget and a zoning by-law amendment. The meeting also includes deputations on nuclear waste management and proposed tax increases.
- 2025 Operating and Capital Budget approval
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA 13-2024
- Workplace Violence and Harassment Policies
- Deputation on Nuclear Waste Management
- Deputation on Proposed Tax Increases
Special Council
The council approved an agreement with the Rosslyn Village Recreation Association to use Rosslyn Hall and its grounds for the Rosslyn Winter Carnival on March 7‑8, 2025, with no charge and declared the event of municipal significance. By‑law No. 08‑2025 was adopted to formalize the agreement and authorize the mayor and clerk to sign. The council also authorized a letter of support for Rural 60 Plus’s Seniors Community Grant application and adopted By‑law No. 09‑2025 to confirm the meeting proceedings.
- Approval of Rosslyn Winter Carnival agreement (use of Rosslyn Hall, March 7‑8 2025, no charge)
- Adoption of By‑law No. 08‑2025 to authorize the agreement and signatures
- Authorization of a letter of support for Rural 60 Plus seniors grant application
- Adoption of By‑law No. 09‑2025 confirming the Special Council meeting
Council
Council will discuss proposed rate structures for water-meter based billing in Rosslyn Village and revisions to the landfill punch card system. The body is also deciding on several new by-laws regarding taxes, borrowing, and municipal payments.
- Proposed water-meter based billing rate structures for Rosslyn Village
- Appointment of Doane Grant Thornton as 2024 auditor for $34,771 plus HST
- Proposed $500.00 grant to St. James Anglican Church for cemetery maintenance
- Lease agreement for municipal property at 144 Barrie Drive to Tanner Contracting and HDD Services Ltd.
- Revision of By-Law 852-2015 to establish a Landfill Punch Card System
Special Council
The Municipal Council of Oliver Paipoonge is holding a special meeting to move into a closed session. The purpose of the closed session is to discuss matters involving public security under the Police Services Act.
- Closed session discussion regarding Section 35(4)(a) of the Police Services Act