Perth, ON

Committee of the Whole

Climate Change Advisory Panel

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

Council

Committee of the Whole

Council

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

Council

The Town of Perth Council is meeting to decide on several items, including adopting a new zoning by-law, approving a software contract amendment, and endorsing funding applications. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and consent agenda items, with no public delegations or presentations scheduled.

• Pass By-law No. 5276 to adopt new Zoning By-law and repeal By-law No. 3358
• Amend agreement with PSD Citywide Inc. for permitting software at $72,700 plus HST
• Lease agreement with Four Bay Fitness at 1881 Rogers Road for one-year trial
• Endorse funding application for Conlon Farm Playground redevelopment
• Refer renewable energy policy correspondence to Climate Change Advisory Panel

Climate Change Advisory Panel

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a new zoning by-law, approve a $5.3 million budget and construction contract for the Environmental Services Shop, and discuss a lease for Four Bay Fitness. They will also review a request to the province for renewable energy policy changes and several funding applications.

• Pass new Zoning By-law No. 5276, repealing By-law No. 3358
• Approve $72,700 plus HST for PSD Citywide software amendment
• Approve $5,346,979 budget for Environmental Services Shop project
• Award construction contract to M. Sullivan & Son Ltd. up to $4,297,000
• Endorse applications to Build Communities Strong Fund for playground and environmental facility

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

Committee of Adjustment

The Perth Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on six minor variance applications for properties on Parkside Way. The applications seek approval for changes such as increased floor area, reduced front yard setbacks, and increased lot coverage to allow additional residential units in semi-detached homes.

• Minor variance MV-03-2026 for 128-130 Parkside Way: 44.92 sq m floor area increase, 5.53 m front yard setback reduction, 48.71% lot coverage increase
• Minor variance MV-04-2026 for 126 Parkside Way: minor variance application
• Minor variance MV-05-2026 for 122-124 Parkside Way: minor variance application
• Minor variance MV-06-2026 for 123-125 Parkside Way: minor variance application
• Minor variance MV-07-2026 for 127 Parkside Way: minor variance application

Climate Change Advisory Panel

The Climate Change Advisory Panel will discuss a draft communications strategy to boost public awareness of climate initiatives. They will also receive updates on solar panel status, the Infrastructure Master Plan, and the Lanark County Climate Action Working Group. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of draft Communications Strategy with short- and long-term goals
• Update on solar panel status by CAO Michael Touw
• Infrastructure Master Plan update by CAO and Director of Environmental Services
• Update from Lanark County Climate Action Working Group
• Event greening discussion led by Councillor McRae

Council

The Council of Perth will adopt the Perth Museum Strategic Plan 2026–2031 and appoint Paul Nixon as Senior Building Official. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with items such as a zoning by-law amendment for 53/55 Craig Street and a request to apply for a 50% Development Charge reduction.

• Appointment of Senior Building Official - Paul Nixon
• Adoption of Perth Museum Strategic Plan 2026–2031
• Zoning By-law Amendment No. ZBL-04-2025 for 53/55 Craig Street
• Request to apply for 50% Development Charge reduction for five years
• Designation of Indigenous Healing Circle in Last Duel Park

CANCELLED-Climate Change Advisory Panel

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

The Heritage Perth Advisory Panel will review a request for a zoning exemption to install new vinyl windows and a front door at 103-109 Gore Street East. Staff will also present updates on the draft Perth Museum Master Plan, tourism operations, and the status of 2026 heritage restoration grants. The panel will discuss these items and provide recommendations to town council.

• Heritage exemption for 103-109 Gore Street East (door and 39 windows)
• Draft Perth Museum Master Plan (2026-2031) review
• 2026 Community Improvement and Heritage Building Restoration Grant status
• Tourism operations and Town Crier community updates

Special Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole receives a status update on the Environmental Services Shop Reconstruction Project. The report covers project costs, site alternatives, and public concerns. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• $263,065 spent to date on assessments, engineering, and temporary trailers
• Ongoing $5,000/month trailer and septic rental costs
• Public open house held May 19, 2026 on the project
• Alternative site at North Street deemed unsuitable due to floodplain and size
• RVCA review received June 2, 2026 with technical recommendations

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee will elect its 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair and hold public hearings for two property variance requests. The body will decide on setbacks for a residential property and an automotive business expansion.

• MV-01-2026: Request to recognize a 1.5m rear yard setback at 41 Foster Street / 50 North Street
• MV-02-2026: Request to reduce front yard setback from 7.5m to 3.5m for a 35.5 square meter addition at 19 Warren Crescent (Big A's Automotive)
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will decide on a zoning by-law amendment for a 30-unit apartment building at 53/55 Craig Street. The committee is expected to defer the application, requiring the developer to amend the plans to address staff and public concerns before a subsequent public meeting.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 53/55 Craig Street (2B Developments)
• Defer application until developer amends plans
• Public notice for subsequent meeting
• Proposed 30-unit apartment building
• Request to reduce parking from 45 to 30 spaces

Committee of the Whole

This meeting includes staff reports on key decisions. Council will direct staff to make final changes to the new zoning by-law and bring it forward for adoption on June 23. They will also consider supporting the Corridor Train Alliance's advocacy for high-speed rail along the 401 corridor, with a donation amount to be determined. Other items include appointing a Senior Building Official, exempting a property at 64-72 Cockburn Street from condominium rules, and naming an Indigenous healing circle in Last Duel Park.

• Finalize new zoning by-law; adoption by-law scheduled for June 23
• Support Eastern Ontario high-speed rail advocacy (donation amount TBD)
• Appoint Paul Nixon as Senior Building Official
• Designate Indigenous Healing Circle 'Ka Ije Mino Negockedadiik' in Last Duel Park
• Apply for Development Charge Reduction Program (50% reduction for 5 years)

Council

Council will vote on establishing 2026 tax rates, including a $111,007 increase in the tax levy. They will also consider several contracts and grants, including an infrastructure master plan ($195,860), Little Tay Bridge rehabilitation ($163,804), and a grant for pool flooring ($60,000). Other items include a zoning bylaw amendment for 22 Church Street, appointments, and various reports.

• Set 2026 tax rates with $111,007 levy increase
• Zoning amendment at 22 Church Street to reduce open space and parking
• Award $195,860 contract for Infrastructure Master Plan to J.L. Richards
• Award $163,804 contract for Little Tay Bridge rehabilitation to Atwill-Morin
• Apply for $60,000 EASE grant for pool changeroom flooring

Striking Committee

The Striking Committee will approve minutes from its February meeting and then move into closed session to discuss a council member appointment to the Lanark County Natural Heritage System Strategy Municipal Advisory Working Group, citing a personal matter. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2026
• Motion to enter closed session for a council member appointment to the Lanark County Natural Heritage System Strategy Municipal Advisory Working Group

Climate Change Advisory Panel

The Climate Change Advisory Panel will hear a presentation on solar energy options for town facilities and discuss a submission to the Transportation Master Plan. Other business includes updates on the Re-Use Centre, a communications plan, the Infrastructure Master Plan, and event greening.

• Tony Hendriks presentation on solar options for municipal buildings, including potential 500kW array at wastewater treatment plant to offset $132,000 annual electricity cost
• Panel submission to Transportation Master Plan advocating for active transportation, cycling, and complete streets
• Update on Re-Use Centre operations
• Susanne Laperle update on Communications Plan
• Kirsten Brouse update on Infrastructure Master Plan

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is holding a public meeting to receive comments on a draft new Zoning By-law (replacing By-law No. 3358 from 2000). The draft proposes major changes including permitting up to four residential units (singles, semis, duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in the R1 zone, a new Floodplain zone, and removing residential uses from industrial zones. Council will accept public comments until May 27, then direct staff to bring forward a final report with recommended changes.

• Public meeting on the Redline Discussion Draft of the new Zoning By-law
• R1 zone would permit singles, semi-detached, duplex, triplex, and fourplex dwellings
• New Floodplain (FP) zone created
• Commercial zones C1P and C3 to be combined
• Residential uses removed from all industrial zones

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

The Heritage Perth Advisory Panel will decide on a heritage permit for door and window replacements at 103-109 Gore Street East, which requires an exemption from by-law 2525-1. They will also review the draft Perth Museum Master Plan for 2026-2031 and hear updates on museum operations, tourism, and the Town Crier's activities. A discussion on the Community Improvement and Heritage Building Restoration Grant policy is scheduled, including a grant application that has reached the maximum two-time limit.

• Vote on heritage permit for 103-109 Gore St East: replace front door, transom, side lights, and 39 windows with cashmere-colored vinyl, requiring by-law exemption
• Review of draft Perth Museum Master Plan (2026-2031)
• Discussion of Heritage Building Restoration Grant policy, including an application exceeding the two-time limit in five years

Committee of the Whole

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole will decide on a zoning by-law amendment for 22 Church Street to allow a 6-unit apartment building. The proposal seeks to rezone the property from Residential Second Density (R2) to Residential Fourth Density Special Exception (R4-xx) to reduce landscaped open space from 35% to 32% and reduce required parking by one space.

• Zoning By-law Amendment No. ZBL-03-2026 for 22 Church Street
• Rezone from Residential Second Density (R2) to Residential Fourth Density Special Exception (R4-xx)
• Reduction of minimum landscaped open space from 35% to 32%
• Reduction of minimum required parking spaces by one (1)
• Public meeting to hear the application and allow for oral submissions

Council

This special council meeting is largely procedural, including adoption of the agenda and land acknowledgment. The main item is a closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation and solicitor-client advice concerning land at 1820 Rogers Road.

• Closed session for legal matter concerning 1820 Rogers Road under Municipal Act subsections 239(2)(e) and (f)

Council

Council will consider a consent agenda including a zoning by-law amendment at 1 Rogers Road, a $3.5M street reconstruction contract award, a $275,906 fire rescue apparatus purchase, and several administrative items. A separate motion calls on the Ontario government to resume property assessments. Council will also vote on increasing the cash-in-lieu of parking fee to $10,000 per space and a multi-year contract for permitting software.

• Zoning by-law amendment ZBL-01-2026 for 1 Rogers Road (Bentley Crain/EGIS Canada Ltd.)
• Tender award to Ingimundson Construction LTD. for $3,518,232.81 to reconstruct Robinson, Stewart, and Thomas streets
• Purchase of one fire rescue apparatus from Fort Garry Fire Trucks for $275,906 (excluding HST)
• Increase of cash-in-lieu of parking fee to $10,000 per parking space via By-law No. 3250-4
• Write-off of $42,790.80 in uncollectable Provincial Offences Accounts Receivable via By-law No. 5262

CANCELLED - Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

Climate Change Advisory Panel

The Climate Change Advisory Panel will elect a new chair and vice-chair, then receive a delegation presenting the 2025 corporate GHG inventory, which shows a 26.3% reduction from the 2015 baseline. Members will also discuss a draft communications strategy, a letter from CFUW on climate, and an update on the Trashure Hunt event.

• Elect chair and vice-chair for 2026
• Greenscale Inc. presents 2025 municipal GHG inventory – 2,472 tCO₂e, down 26.3% from 2015
• Draft Communications Strategy – Step 1 high-level goals and methodology
• Letter from CFUW Perth & District Environment and Climate Change Committee
• Trashure Hunt event update

Special Committee of the Whole

The Special Committee of the Whole is reviewing a Zoning By-law Amendment application for 1 Rogers Road. The proposal seeks to re-zone severed and retained lands to allow for a single-family dwelling and a 3-unit converted dwelling.

• Zoning By-law Amendment ZBL-01-2026 for 1 Rogers Road
• Proposed change from Residential Fourth Density and Environmental Protection to Residential Fourth Density - Special Exception x
• Proposed change for severed lands to Residential Fourth Density - Special Exception x - Holding and Environmentally Protected
• Review of severance B24/038 granted by the County of Lanark on October 8, 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several staff reports, including advancing a new zoning bylaw to public consultation, awarding a $3.5M road reconstruction contract, and purchasing a fire rescue apparatus. The committee will also decide whether to permit BYOB at outdoor events and will vote on a resolution calling on the province to resume property assessments.

• Direct staff to schedule open house and public meeting for new Zoning By-law discussion draft
• Award $3,518,232.81 contract to Ingimundson Construction for Robinson, Stewart, and Thomas Ave reconstruction
• Award $275,906 fire rescue apparatus purchase from Fort Garry Fire Trucks
• Not proceed with a by-law to permit BYOB at outdoor public events
• Pass resolution urging Ontario to resume regular property assessment cycle

CANCELLED-Climate Change Advisory Panel

The Climate Change Advisory Panel meeting scheduled for March 26, 2026 will address internal governance matters. Members will vote to appoint a Chair and Vice‑Chair for the panel. The panel will adopt the agenda, approve the February 19, 2026 minutes, and consider the resignation of public member Hilary Hodgins. A draft communications strategy and an updated forward agenda for 2026 are also on the agenda.

• Elect Chair – motion to appoint a new Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Panel
• Elect Vice‑Chair – motion to appoint a new Vice‑Chair of the panel
• Adopt agenda and approve February 19, 2026 minutes
• Resignation of Hilary Hodgins – panel to accept her resignation
• Draft Communications Strategy – presentation of high‑level goals and methodology

Council

Council is deciding on a motion opposing the Alto High-Speed Rail project and a 6% increase in water and sewer charges. Several by-law amendments are up for passage, including one to incorporate Strong Mayor Powers. Other items include a $24,000 contribution agreement for rural development, support for a rideshare regulatory framework, and a closed session on the potential sale of town-owned land at 18 Wilson Street West.

• Motion not to support Alto High-Speed Rail project
• By-law to increase water and sewer charges by 6%
• By-law to amend procedural rules for Strong Mayor Powers
• Concurrence for Bell telecommunications tower at 25 Dufferin Road
• Contribution agreement with Ministry of Rural Affairs for $24,000

Heritage Perth Advisory Panel

The Heritage Perth Advisory Panel will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the January 12 meeting. It will consider a motion to support the proposed design for the heritage permit at 63 Gore Street East, which involves replacing the side door with a two‑panel vision‑lite fiberglass door. The panel will also receive updates on the Heritage Perth Architectural Conservation Award, the Perth Museum tourism report, the Town Crier activities, and the Community Improvement Plan and Heritage Building Restoration Grant programs.

• Adopt agenda for the March 16 meeting as presented
• Adopt minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting
• Support design change for 63 Gore Street East heritage permit (two‑panel vision‑lite fiberglass door)
• Presentation of Heritage Perth Architectural Conservation Award recipient (Cathy McNally)
• Update on $35,000 Community Improvement Plan fund and $10,000 Heritage Building Restoration Grant

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda, approve the February 10 minutes, and receive several informational presentations. It will consider staff reports that include deferring a pool fee increase, a $24,000 Rural Ontario Development Program grant, a 6% increase to water and sewer charges, and an amendment to By‑law No. 5141 for Strong Mayor powers. A motion will also move the meeting into closed session to discuss the potential sale of the town‑owned property at 18 Wilson Street West.

• Defer 2026 pool rental fee increase for Perth Stingrays Aquatic Club until Sept 1 2026
• Authorize $24,000 contribution agreement with Ministry of Rural Affairs for Rural Ontario Development Program
• Amend By‑law No. 4029 to raise water and sewer charges by 6%
• Amend By‑law No. 5141 to incorporate Strong Mayor Power provisions
• Closed‑session motion to discuss potential sale of town land at 18 Wilson Street West