Carleton Place public meetings in 2025

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Town Council will consider three by‑law motions: By‑law 89‑2025 for part lot control at 205‑207 O'Donovan Drive, By‑law 90‑2025 to amend Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 for Pye Way, and By‑law 91‑2025 confirming the council proceedings. The meeting also includes approval of the Consent Report dated December 9, 2025, and staff service awards announcements.

• By‑law 89‑2025 (Part Lot Control for 205 and 207 O'Donovan Drive)
• By‑law 90‑2025 (Amend Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 – Pye Way)
• By‑law 91‑2025 (Confirmation of Council Proceedings for December 9, 2025)
• Consent Report dated December 9, 2025
• Staff Service Awards announcements

The council approved several consent items, including participation in Quest’s Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program, a revised Social Media Policy, the 2025‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan, and the 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget with a new surplus reserve fund. It also approved the 2026 Public Sector Accounting Board budget and authorized insurance services up to $656,000. Additionally, the council passed by‑laws for lot control on O'Donovan Drive and for amending the Traffic and Parking By‑law on Pye Way.

• Approved proceeding with Quest’s Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program
• Directed staff to complete a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for Riverside Park
• Approved the revised Social Media Policy
• Approved the 2025‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan and its posting online
• Approved the 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget and created a surplus reserve fund
• Approved inclusion of the OPP Detachment Board in the County levy as a separate fund
• Approved the 2026 Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) Budget
• Authorized insurance agreement with Intact Public Entities up to $656,000

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will consider approving the 2026 Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) Budget and authorizing the Treasurer to enter into a $656,000 insurance services agreement with Intact Public Entities for the period January 1, 2026 to January 1, 2027. They will also hear a delegation from Climate Network Lanark on the Neighbourhood Climate Concierge program and receive updates from the OPP Detachment Board and Library Board.

• Authorization to enter into insurance services agreement with Intact Public Entities for $656,000 (including non-refundable PST) for 2026–2027
• Approval of the 2026 PSAB Budget as required by the Municipal Act, 2001 O. Reg. 284/09
• Delegation from Sue Brandum, Co-Founder and Director of Climate Network Lanark, on the Neighbourhood Climate Concierge program
• Receipt of OPP Detachment Board (October 14, 2025) and Library Board (October 15, 2025) meeting minutes
• Information listing includes Township of North Frontenac resolution opposing St. Lawrence Regional Conservation Authority and City of Welland letter supporting bail and sentencing reforms

The council approved the agenda and the Committee of the Whole minutes. It approved the 2026 Public Sector Accounting Board budget and authorized insurance and risk‑management services for 2026‑2027 within the $656,000 budget. The council also received minutes from the Detachment and Library boards and an information listing, then adjourned the meeting.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Committee of the Whole minutes approved (carried)
• 2026 PSAB budget approved (consent)
• Insurance and risk‑management services authorized (consent)
• Detachment and Library board minutes received (carried)
• Information listing received (carried)
• Meeting adjourned (carried)

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council will meet to review a consent report and approve several by-laws. Decisions include amendments to development and parking regulations.

• By-law No. 86-2025: Amendment to Development Permit By-law 15-2015 regarding Strategic Properties
• By-law No. 87-2025: Amendment to Parking and Traffic By-law 46-2003 regarding Neelin Street

The council approved the meeting agenda and the November 4 minutes. It authorized several consent items, including concrete barriers at Carambeck School Age Program, a $10,000 water service for an outdoor rink, and $42,000 for a Town Hall security system. The 2026 budget was amended through items 1‑42, and three by‑laws (86‑2025, 87‑2025, 88‑2025) were passed.

• Approved agenda as presented (Motion No. 136 19-01) – CARRIED
• Approved Council minutes dated November 4, 2025 (Motion No. 136 19-02) – CARRIED
• Authorized purchase and installation of concrete barriers at Carambeck School Age Program, funded $14,650 deviation – CARRIED
• Approved $10,000 water service for outdoor rink at Miller’s Crossing park – CARRIED
• Approved $42,000 for Town Hall security system – CARRIED
• Approved amendments 1 through 42 to the 2026 budget – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law 86‑2025 (Strategic Properties amendment) – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law 87‑2025 (Neelin Street amendment) – CARRIED

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will vote on several motions, including the 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget with a surplus reserve and its inclusion in the County levy. It will also consider a development permit for 450 McNeely Avenue Phase 2 and approve the Quest Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program. Additional items include a heritage designation report for Riverside Park, a revised Social Media Policy, and the 2025‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

• Approve application DP3‑01‑2025 for 450 McNeely Avenue Phase 2 with parkland and parking‑in‑lieu conditions
• Approve proceeding with Quest’s Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program
• Receive and act on the Riverside Park heritage designation report
• Approve the revised Social Media Policy
• Approve the 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget, surplus reserve, and levy inclusion

The Committee of the Whole approved the Quest Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program and a development permit for 450 McNeely Avenue with parkland and parking conditions. Council also approved the revised Social Media Policy, the 2025‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan, and the 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget with a new surplus reserve fund. All items were adopted by consent.

• Approved Quest Net‑Zero Communities Accelerator program
• Approved Development Permit for 450 McNeely Avenue, subject to parkland and parking conditions
• Approved revised Social Media Policy
• Approved 2025‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Approved 2026 Lanark County OPP Detachment Board budget and creation of a surplus reserve fund
• Directed staff to prepare a Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report for Riverside Park
• Received minutes from Parks and Recreation, Urban Forest/River Corridor, and Environmental Advisory Committees
• Received Information Listing dated November 25, 2025

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will review the status of the 2026 Draft Budget and discuss labour relations in closed session. The meeting will also cover 'Parking Lot' items and other business.

• Continuation of 2026 Draft Budget discussions
• Labour relations matter in closed session
• Discussion of 'Parking Lot' items
• Update on Budget Status from November 13, 2025
• Next steps for budget process

The council approved a $42,000 allocation for a Town Hall security system. It also approved amendments 1 through 42 to the 2026 budget. Additionally, the council shortened the timeline for the 2026 budget amendments to November 20, 2025.

• Approved $42,000 for Town Hall security system (consent)
• Approved amendments 1‑42 to the 2026 budget (consent)
• Approved shortening timeline for 2026 budget amendments to Nov 20, 2025 (consent)
• Moved to closed session to discuss labour‑relations matters (carried)
• Returned to regular session at 9:36 a.m. (carried)

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will hear departmental presentations from the Treasurer, Chamber of Commerce, Library, Public Works, Child Care, Protective Services, Recreation, Building Maintenance, Development Services, Community Development, and IT. Following lunch, the committee will move into closed session to discuss IT security, staffing, employee benefits, and the proposed acquisition of land.

• Presentation from Treasurer Trisa McConkey
• Presentation from Director of Public Works Guy Bourgon
• Presentation from Director of Development Services Niki Dwyer
• Closed session discussion of purchase of land
• Closed session discussion of IT security and staffing

The council accepted the agenda as presented. It approved up to $10,000 to provide a water service for the outdoor rink at Miller’s Crossing park, to be funded from the year‑end surplus or Strategic Reserve. Motions to enter and later exit closed session, and to adjourn the meeting, were also carried.

• Agenda approved as presented (motion carried)
• Approved up to $10,000 water service for Miller’s Crossing outdoor rink (motion carried)
• Moved into closed session at 3:39 p.m. (motion carried)
• Returned to regular session at 5:14 p.m. (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m. (motion carried)

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will consider amending traffic by-laws to restrict parking on Neelin Street and authorize the purchase of concrete barriers at Carambeck School for $14,650. The agenda also includes reports on fire services, finances, and a development permit by-law amendment.

• Amend Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 for Neelin Street
• Authorize $14,650 concrete barriers at Carambeck School
• Receive 3rd Quarter Fire Department and Law Enforcement report
• Amend Development Permit By-law 15-2015 for Strategic Properties
• Receive Financial Report to September 30, 2025

The Committee of the Whole adopted a by‑law amending the Traffic and Parking By‑law to restrict parking on Neelin Street. It also passed a by‑law amending Development Permit By‑law 15‑2015 for Strategic Properties, while a separate amendment to remove the fast‑food restaurant use from the Woolgrowers and DRS sites was defeated. The council authorized the purchase and installation of concrete barriers at the Carambeck School Age Program, funded by a $14,650 budget deviation. Staff were instructed to submit 2026 ROMA delegation requests for arena upgrades, land‑designation guidance, and possible traffic‑light installation.

• Approved by‑law amending Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 to restrict parking on Neelin Street (CARRIED)
• Approved by‑law amending Development Permit By‑law 15‑2015 for Strategic Properties (CARRIED)
• Defeated amendment to remove “Fast Food Restaurant” use from Woolgrowers and DRS sites (DEFEATED)
• Authorized purchase and installation of concrete barriers at Carambeck School Age Program, funded by $14,650 deviation (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to submit 2026 ROMA delegation requests for arena upgrades, land‑designation requirements, and traffic‑light installation (CARRIED)
• Received Committee of the Whole minutes dated October 21, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Received information listing dated November 4, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:49 p.m. (CARRIED)

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Town Council will consider and vote on By-law 83-2025, which establishes fees and charges for town services, and By-law 84-2025, which amends the procedural by-law regarding agenda publication. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a consent report, and a confirmatory by-law. No unprocedural items are scheduled for debate.

• By-law 83-2025: To Establish Fees and Charges for Services Provided by the Town
• By-law 84-2025: To Amend Procedural By-law 104-2023 (Agenda Publication)
• Consent Report dated November 4, 2025
• Confirmation of Council Proceedings (By-law 85-2025)

The council approved several by‑laws, including one that sets fees for town services and another that amends agenda publication rules. It also approved accessibility improvements for the Carleton Place and Beckwith Museum and adopted related accessibility policies. The 2026 Council and Committee calendar was adopted, a request for proposal for canteen services was authorized, and a $47,000 budget for the Community Enrichment Program was approved.

• Approved By-law No. 83-2025 establishing fees and charges for town services (passed)
• Approved By-law No. 84-2025 amending Procedural By-law 104-2023 (agenda publication) (passed)
• Approved By-law No. 85-2025 confirming council proceedings for Nov 4 2025 (passed)
• Approved Option 4 for accessibility improvements at Carleton Place and Beckwith Museum (passed)
• Approved the Customer Service and Emergency Accessibility Standards Policies (passed)
• Approved the 2026 Council/Committee of the Whole calendar (passed)
• Authorized staff to issue a request for proposal for canteen services (passed)
• Approved the 2026 Community Enrichment Program budget of $47,000 (passed)

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council will meet to vote on several by-laws. Key items include the sale of municipal land and agreements for paving and utility work.

• By-law 81-2025: Confirm the sale of 41 Roe Street to Forlorn River Holdings Inc.
• By-law 79-2025: Agreement with Provincial Paving for 2025 Recreation Capital Projects
• By-law 78-2025: Easement Agreement with Hydro One for North Public Works Yard
• By-law 80-2025: Tree Trimming Agreement with Hydro One for North Public Works Yard

The council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 7, 2025. It received a consent report and funded a $36,500 budget deviation from the year‑end surplus or Asset Management Reserve. Four by‑laws were read three times and passed, covering an easement and tree‑trimming agreement with Hydro One, a recreation capital project with Provincial Paving, and the sale of 41 Roe Street to Forlorn River Holdings Inc. A confirmatory by‑law for the meeting was also passed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented – carried
• Approved council minutes dated Oct 7, 2025 – carried
• Funded $36,500 budget deviation from surplus or reserve – carried
• Passed By‑law 78‑2025 (Easement with Hydro One) – carried
• Passed By‑law 79‑2025 (Agreement with Provincial Paving) – carried
• Passed By‑law 80‑2025 (Tree‑trimming agreement with Hydro One) – carried
• Passed By‑law 81‑2025 (Sale of 41 Roe Street to Forlorn River Holdings Inc.) – carried
• Passed By‑law 82‑2025 (Confirmation of council proceedings) – carried

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will review and potentially approve the 2026 draft budget, proposed fees and charges, and elected officials' remuneration. Statutory public meetings are scheduled for a development permit by-law amendment and a condominium proposal at 254 Lake Avenue West. Other items include a canteen request for proposals, a museum accessibility ramp, and a lease payment to a physicians' corporation. A closed session is planned for a potential land sale.

• 2026 Draft Budget Binder presented by Treasurer for discussion
• Statutory public meeting for Development Permit By-law Amendment (Strategic Properties)
• Statutory public meeting for 254 Lake Avenue West Condominiums
• Proposed 2026 Fees and Charges By-law adoption
• Lease payment to CBP Health Hub Solution Corporation authorized in fall 2025

The Committee of the Whole approved the 2026 Community Enrichment Grant Program budget of $47,000, split into $12,000 for cash grants and $35,000 for in‑kind grants. It also approved Option 4 for accessibility improvements at the Carleton Place and Beckwith Museum and directed staff to include the cost in the 2026 budget. The comprehensive Fees and Charges By‑law was adopted, removing the paper bill fee, and a request for proposal for a new canteen was authorized. Additional approvals included a lease payment to CBP Health Hub Solution Corporation and the 2026 Council/Committee calendar with a procedural by‑law amendment.

• Approved $47,000 Community Enrichment Grant Program (CARRIED)
• Approved Option 4 museum accessibility improvements (CARRIED)
• Adopted comprehensive Fees and Charges By‑law, removing paper bill fee (CARRIED)
• Authorized issuance of a Request for Proposal for a new canteen (CARRIED)
• Authorized initial lease payment to CBP Health Hub Solution Corporation (CARRIED)
• Approved Customer Service and Emergency Accessibility Standards policies (CARRIED)
• Approved 2026 Council/Committee calendar and amended Procedural By‑law 104‑2023 (CARRIED)
• Received and accepted Committee of the Whole minutes from October 7 and 14, 2025 (CARRIED)

CoW

The Committee of the Whole is holding a special meeting that is largely procedural. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss a community planning matter and a labour relations matter under the Municipal Act. No public decisions or discussions appear on the open agenda.

• Closed session to discuss community planning matter (Municipal Act s.239)
• Closed session to discuss labour relations matter (Municipal Act s.239)
• Meeting is procedural with no public agenda items

The council approved the meeting agenda as presented. It moved into a closed session to discuss community planning and labour relations matters, then returned to regular session and adjourned.

• Agenda approval – carried
• Move to closed session – carried
• Return to regular session – carried
• Meeting adjournment – carried

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will consider a $36,500 emergency replacement of Rink 2's dehumidifier, a $81,705.60 recreation paving contract awarded to Provincial Paving, and an easement and tree trimming agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for a new Phase-3 power line at Bates Drive. They will also receive a presentation on the Fire Department Staffing Study by the Loomex Group and reports on second-quarter 2025 activities of the fire department and municipal law enforcement.

• Emergency replacement of Arena 2 dehumidifier with $36,500 budget deviation funded by year-end surplus or Asset Management Reserve
• Award of recreation paving contract to Provincial Paving for $81,705.60, with $26,705.60 budget deviation
• Authorization for Mayor and Clerk to execute an Offer to Grant an Easement and Tree Trimming Agreement with Hydro One Networks Inc. for a new Phase-3 power line at the Public Works Yard on Bates Drive
• Fire Department Staffing Study presentation by Loomex Group, received as information
• Second quarter 2025 activity reports for Carleton Place Fire Department, Municipal Law Enforcement, and Animal Control

The council authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute an easement and tree‑trimming agreement with Hydro One Networks for a new three‑phase power line on the Public Works Yard at Bates Drive. It also approved funding for an emergency dehumidifier replacement at Arena 2 and awarded an $81,705.60 contract to Provincial Paving for recreation‑area paving. Additional items included receiving activity reports, a fire‑staffing study, and minutes from the Library Board and Environmental Advisory Committee.

• Agenda approved (CARRIED)
• Committee of the Whole minutes (Sept 23, 2025) approved (CARRIED)
• By‑law authorizing Hydro One easement and tree‑trimming agreement passed (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Emergency replacement of Arena 2 dehumidifier funded ($36,500 deviation) (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Recreation paving contract awarded to Provincial Paving for $81,705.60 (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Fire Department Staffing Study received as information (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Library Board and Environmental Advisory Committee minutes received (CARRIED)
• Fire & Law Enforcement 2nd Quarter activity report received (CARRIED, CONSENT)

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council will consider approving water and sewer rates for 2026, adopting a new Official Plan Amendment for the Franktown Road neighbourhood, and passing a new sign by-law. The meeting also includes the receipt of a Transit Feasibility Study and the approval of September council minutes.

• By-law 74-2025: Approve Water and Sewer Rates for 2026
• By-law 75-2025: Adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 11 - Franktown Road Neighbourhood Secondary Plan
• By-law 76-2025: Adopt a Sign By-law and Repeal By-law 28-2024
• Transit Feasibility Study to be received as information
• Recreation Concept Plan Working Group members to be appointed

The council passed By‑law 74‑2025 to set water and sewer rates for 2026. It also adopted the Official Plan Amendment for the Franktown Road neighbourhood, a new Sign By‑law, and approved Option 1 of the Recreation Concept Plan with appointed working‑group members. The meeting included receipt of the final Transit Feasibility Study and funding approvals for security upgrades at 3 Francis Street and Carambeck Childcare Centres, arena ice‑resurfacing incentives, and $5,300 in Community Enrichment Grants.

• Approved Water and Sewer Rates for 2026 (By‑law 74‑2025) – carried
• Adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 11 – Franktown Road Neighbourhood (By‑law 75‑2025) – carried
• Adopted Sign By‑law and repealed By‑law 28‑2024 (By‑law 76‑2025) – carried
• Approved Recreation Concept Plan Option 1 and appointed Mayor Randell, Deputy Mayor Tennant, Councillor Comley to working group – carried
• Received final Transit Feasibility Study (Parsons Corporation) – carried
• Approved $51,582.14 funding for emergency security access system replacement at 3 Francis Street and Carambeck Childcare Centres – carried
• Approved $10,000 funding for Cold Water Ice Resurface Flooding system at the Arena to secure $43,383.33 incentive – carried
• Approved $5,300 allocation for Community Enrichment Grant Program – second intake – carried

CoW

Committee of the Whole will consider adopting Amendment No. 11 to the Official Plan (Franktown Road Neighbourhood Secondary Plan) and vote on a 1.95% increase in water and sewer rates for 2026. Other items include an emergency security system replacement for two childcare centres, a REALice ice resurfacing system for the arena, and a recreation concept plan. Council will also approve $5,300 in community enrichment grants and minor updates to the sign by-law.

• Adoption of Franktown Road Neighbourhood Secondary Plan (Official Plan Amendment No. 11)
• 2026 water and sewer rate increase of 1.95%
• Emergency replacement of security access system for 3 Francis Street and Carambeck Childcare Centres ($51,582.14)
• Approval of REALice cold water ice resurface system at the Arena (eligible for $43,383.33 in incentives)
• Community Enrichment Grant Program second intake allocations totalling $5,300

The council adopted the 2026 By-law Regulating Water and Sewer Rates, implementing a 1.95% fee increase. It also passed a by‑law to adopt Amendment No. 11 to the Official Plan for the Franktown Road Neighbourhood Secondary Plan. Additional items approved include a new Sign By‑law, funding for security system upgrades at two childcare centres, installation of an arena ice‑resurfacing system, next steps for the Recreation Concept Plan, and $5,300 in Community Enrichment Grants.

• Approved 2026 Water and Sewer Rates by‑law (1.95% increase) – carried
• Adopted Amendment No.11 to Official Plan (Franktown Road Neighbourhood Secondary Plan) – carried
• Repealed and replaced Sign By‑law 28‑2024 with new Sign By‑law – carried
• Funded emergency security access system replacement for 3 Francis Street and Carambeck Childcare Centres ($51,582.14) – carried
• Approved purchase and installation of Cold Water Ice Resurface Flooding system at the Arena ($10,000) – carried
• Approved Option 1 for next steps on the Recreation Concept Plan – carried
• Allocated $5,300 for Community Enrichment Grant Program – second intake – carried
• Received BIA minutes dated August 25, 2025 – carried

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Town Council will consider and vote on several items, including approving the agenda, accepting the minutes from September 9, 2025, and receiving the consent report dated September 23, 2025. The council will also read and pass By-law No. 72-2025, which amends the Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 to prohibit parking on a portion of McPhail Road and update accessible parking spaces, and By-law No. 73-2025, which confirms the council proceedings for this meeting. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Approval of the agenda as presented
• Acceptance of Council Minutes dated September 9, 2025
• Receipt of the Consent Report dated September 23, 2025
• Passage of By-law No. 72-2025 amending Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 (no parking on part of McPhail Road, updates to accessible parking spaces)
• Passage of By-law No. 73-2025 confirming council proceedings for September 23, 2025

The council approved its agenda and the minutes from September 9, 2025. It received the 2025 Development Fees and Charges Review as an information report. By-law 72-2025 amending traffic and parking rules on McPhail Road and updating accessible parking spaces was passed, as was By-law 73-2025 confirming the council’s proceedings. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• September 9, 2025 minutes approved (carried)
• Consent Report on 2025 Development Fees and Charges Review received (carried)
• By‑law 72‑2025 (traffic and parking amendments) passed (carried)
• By‑law 73‑2025 (confirmation of council proceedings) passed (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place council will consider several by-laws including an amendment to traffic and parking regulations for accessible parking spaces and part lot control for six properties on O'Donovan Drive. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a consent report, and a confirmatory by-law. Announcements include National Forest Week and National Tree Day.

• By-law 67-2025 amending Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 and Private Parking By-law 07-2004 for accessible parking spaces
• By-laws 68-2025, 69-2025, 70-2025 for part lot control at 165, 167, 171, 173, 174, and 176 O'Donovan Drive
• Consent report dated September 9, 2025
• Approval of council minutes from August 26, 2025
• By-law 71-2025 confirming council proceedings for September 9, 2025

The council approved the payment of a $12,153.99 provincial offences invoice and adopted Option 2 to amend a five‑year parking lot lease with Ben Elliott. It directed staff to work with the Royal Canadian Legion on a veterans’ crosswalk on Beckwith Street. Three by‑laws were read and passed: By‑law 67‑2025 amending traffic and parking regulations, By‑laws 68‑2025 to 70‑2025 establishing lot control on O’Donovan Drive, and By‑law 71‑2025 confirming council proceedings.

• Approved payment of $12,153.99 Provincial Offences Act invoice (budget deviation)
• Approved Option 2 amendment to five‑year parking lot lease with Ben Elliott
• Directed staff to coordinate veterans’ crosswalk on Beckwith Street with the Legion
• Passed By‑law 67‑2025 amending Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 and Private Parking By‑law 07‑2004
• Passed By‑laws 68‑2025, 69‑2025 and 70‑2025 establishing part lot control for 165‑176 O’Donovan Drive
• Passed By‑law 71‑2025 confirming council proceedings for September 9, 2025
• Approved agenda (Motion 136 14‑01) – carried
• Approved minutes of August 26, 2025 (Motion 136 14‑02) – carried

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2025 Development Fees and Charges and receive updates from various boards. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss land acquisition, employee negotiations, and potential litigation.

• Review of 2025 Development Fees and Charges
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from August 26, 2025
• Reception of BIA, Library Board, and Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition, employee negotiations, and litigation
• Information listing from Lanark County

The council approved the agenda and the Committee of the Whole minutes from August 26, 2025. It received the 2025 Development Fees and Charges Review prepared by Watson and Associates as information. The committee entered and later exited a closed‑session, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

• Approved agenda (CARRIED)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes dated Aug 26 2025 (CARRIED)
• Received 2025 Development Fees and Charges Review (CARRIED, consent)
• Received BIA, Library and Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes (CARRIED)
• Received Information Listing dated Sep 9 2025 (CARRIED)
• Moved to closed session to discuss land acquisition, labour, and litigation matters (CARRIED)
• Returned to open session (CARRIED)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (CARRIED)

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will review a water and wastewater rate study and hold a statutory public meeting regarding the Franktown Road Secondary Plan. Council will also consider amendments to parking bylaws and a lease for a Beckwith Street parking lot.

• Statutory public meeting for Franktown Road Secondary Plan
• Payment of $12,153.99 for 2024 Provincial Offences Act invoice to Town of Perth
• Amendments to Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 regarding accessible parking
• Proposed Veterans' Crosswalk on the east side of Beckwith Street across Franklin Street
• Amendment to a five-year parking lot lease on Beckwith Street with Ben Elliott

Council approved an amendment to Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 to enhance regulation of accessible parking and repealed Private Parking By‑law 07‑2004. The council also approved the five‑year lease amendment with Ben Elliott (Option 2) and authorized the Veterans’ Crosswalk on the east side of Beckwith Street, with all costs borne by the Legion. In addition, the town approved payment of a $12,153.99 Provincial Offences Act invoice from the Town of Perth.

• Amended Traffic and Parking By‑law 46‑2003 to enhance accessible parking (carried, by‑law prepared)
• Repealed Private Parking By‑law 07‑2004 (carried, by‑law prepared)
• Approved five‑year lease amendment with Ben Elliott, Option 2 (carried, consent)
• Authorized Veterans’ Crosswalk on Beckwith Street, costs to be covered by the Legion (carried, consent)
• Approved payment of $12,153.99 Provincial Offences Act invoice (carried, consent)

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Town Council will consider and vote on a series of by-law motions, including the appointment of municipal auditors for fiscal years 2025‑2029, regulation of blasting, amendment of tax rates, and a lease amendment with Lanark County. The council will also receive a consent report covering the 2025 tax‑rate revision and a municipal‑significance designation for the Ukrainian Festival. All items are presented for first, second, and third readings before final passage.

• By‑law 63‑2025: appoint municipal auditors for 2025‑2029
• By‑law 60‑2025: regulate blasting activities
• By‑law 62‑2025: amend Tax Rate By‑law 23‑2025 (replace county rates)
• By‑law 64‑2025: amend lease agreement with County of Lanark for OVRT lands between Lake Ave and Moore St.
• Consent report: 2025 tax‑rate revision (Option 1) and Ukrainian Festival municipal‑significance designation

The council adopted six by‑laws covering blasting regulation, penalty amendments, tax‑rate changes, auditor appointments, a lease amendment, and delegation of authority. It also approved the Ukrainian Festival’s use of Riverside Park for an outdoor liquor event and declared the festival a municipally significant event. The council chose Option 1 for issuing revised 2025 tax notices and appointed Dean Smith to the Urban Forest/River Corridor Committee.

• Approved By‑law 60‑2025 to regulate blasting
• Approved By‑law 61‑2025 amending the Administrative Monetary Penalties System
• Approved By‑law 62‑2025 amending Tax Rate By‑law 23‑2025 (replacement of county rates)
• Approved By‑law 63‑2025 appointing municipal auditors for fiscal years 2025‑2029
• Approved By‑law 64‑2025 amending the lease agreement with the County of Lanark for OVRT lands between Lake Ave and Moore St.
• Approved By‑law 65‑2025 amending Delegation of Authority By‑law 94‑2020 for municipally significant events
• Approved Ukrainian Festival’s outdoor liquor event in Riverside Park and declared it a municipally significant event
• Approved Option 1 to issue revised 2025 tax notices

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting to approve minutes from June 24, 2025, and consider a by-law amendment regarding traffic and parking. The session includes a vote on a specific traffic change at a local intersection.

• By-law No. 58-2025: Amend Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 to add a stop sign at Doucett Drive and Dunham Street

The council approved the meeting agenda and accepted the June 24, 2025 minutes. A by-law adding a stop sign at Doucett Drive and Dunham Street was passed. The council also passed a by-law confirming its proceedings for the day. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

• Approved agenda (Motion 136 12-01) – carried
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (Motion 136 12-02) – carried
• Approved By-law 58-2025 to amend Traffic and Parking By-law – stop sign at Doucett Drive and Dunham Street – carried
• Approved By-law 59-2025 confirming council proceedings – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 p.m. (Motion 136 12-05) – carried

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The Committee of the Whole will consider repeating the Blasting By-law 75-2004, amending the Administrative Monetary Penalties System, and approving revised 2025 tax rates. The body will also authorize a five-year audit contract and an amendment to the Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail lease agreement.

• Repeal and replace Blasting By-law 75-2004
• Approve revised 2025 tax rates
• Authorize Welch LLP as municipal auditor (2025-2029)
• Amend Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail lease agreement
• Declare Ukrainian Festival as event of Municipal Significance

The council approved a repeal and replacement of Blasting By‑law 75‑2004 and added penalty amounts to the Administrative Monetary Penalties By‑law. It also approved the 2025 tax‑rate revision, appointed Welch LLP as municipal auditor, and authorized several by‑law amendments for strategic properties, a recreation trail lease, and the Ukrainian Festival.

• Repealed and replaced Blasting By‑law 75‑2004 (carried)
• Amended By‑law 46‑2025 to add penalty schedule for blasting (carried)
• Approved 2025 tax‑rate revision and amended By‑law 23‑2025 (carried)
• Authorized appointment of Welch LLP as municipal auditor for 2025‑2029 (carried)
• Approved amendment to Ottawa Valley Recreation Trail lease for new rest stop (carried)
• Declared Ukrainian Festival a Municipal Significance event and allowed outdoor liquor service (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare Official Plan and Development Permit By‑law amendments for existing strategic properties (carried)
• Approved Development Permit for 320 Coleman Street with cash‑in‑lieu parking condition (carried)

Council Meeting

Carleton Place Council will vote on several by-laws, including a new comprehensive Development Permit By-law to replace the existing one. A consent report covers items such as the Water Financial Plan, a recreation concept plan presentation, and fee policies for town facilities. Council will also consider an easement with Hydro One and a parking lot lease on Beckwith Street.

• By-law 53-2025: Enact new Development Permit By-law, repeal By-law 15-2015
• By-law 54-2025: Easement agreement with Hydro One for rock anchors at Water Treatment Plant
• By-law 55-2025: Amend fees for halls, pool, and ice rentals
• By-law 56-2025: Lease Beckwith Street lands for staff parking
• Consent item: Approve Option 2 to complete OVRT Rest Stop project in 2025

The council approved the Water Financial Plan and will submit it to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks. It also passed several by‑laws, including a new Development Permit By‑law, an easement agreement with Hydro One, and a lease for parking on Beckwith Street. Additional actions included refusing an encroachment request at 51 Hackberry Trail and directing staff to install parking‑lot signage. The Rest Stop project was approved to proceed under Option 2 for 2025.

• Approved Water Financial Plan and directed submission to ministries (passed)
• Approved Rest Stop Project to proceed with Option 2 in 2025 (passed)
• Refused encroachment agreement request at 51 Hackberry Trail (denied)
• Directed staff to install parking‑lot signage on Beckwith Street property (passed)
• Passed By‑law 53‑2025 to enact new Development Permit By‑law and repeal By‑law 15‑2015 (passed)
• Passed By‑law 54‑2025 authorizing easement with Hydro One at the Water Treatment Plant (passed)
• Passed By‑law 55‑2025 amending fees for halls, pool and ice rentals (passed)
• Passed By‑law 56‑2025 authorizing lease agreement with Ben Elliott for Beckwith Street parking (passed)

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The Committee of the Whole will review a Water Financial Plan and an Asset Management Plan. Council is also deciding on fee increases for town facilities and a potential land lease for downtown parking.

• Approval of the Water Financial Plan dated June 18, 2025
• Proposed 5-year lease of two lots on Beckwith Street for parking using $57,529 from reserves
• Fee increases for pool, arena, and hall facilities effective September 1, 2025
• Adoption of an updated Development Permit By-law
• Refusal of an encroachment agreement request for 51 Hackberry Trail

The council approved the Water Financial Plan, authorizing its advertisement and submission to provincial ministries. It also authorized a Hydro One easement for the water‑treatment plant expansion, approved fee increases for town facilities, and refused an encroachment request for 51 Hackberry Trail. An updated Development Permit By‑law was adopted, a five‑year parking‑lot lease on Beckwith Street was approved, and the decision on new strategic properties was deferred to a later meeting.

• Approved Water Financial Plan, including advertisement and ministry submissions (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Authorized Hydro One easement for water‑treatment plant expansion (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Approved fee increases for pool, arena and hall effective Sept 1, 2025 (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Refused encroachment agreement request for 51 Hackberry Trail (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Adopted updated Development Permit By‑law (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Deferred decision on adding new strategic properties to Committee of the Whole (DEFERRED)
• Authorized five‑year lease of two Beckwith Street lots for parking, using $57,529 reserve (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Directed staff to install signage on the leased Beckwith Street parking lot (CARRIED, CONSENT)

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The Committee of the Whole is deciding on proposed recreation user fee increases for 2025-2026, including target subsidization levels. It will also consider an amendment to a development permit for the O'Donovan Drive Apartments and a choice between two options for completing the OVRT Rest Stop project in 2025. A statutory public meeting is scheduled for a rewrite of the Development Permit By-law, and an update on the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan will be received.

• Approval of recreational fee increases starting September 1, 2025, with a by-law to follow
• Conditional amendment to Development Permit DP3-02-24 for O'Donovan Drive Apartments, adding front-yard parking and a new phasing schedule
• Option 2 for completing the OVRT Rest Stop project in 2025
• Statutory public meeting for amendment to Development Permit By-law 15-2015
• Closed session to discuss potential land disposition under the Municipal Act

The council amended the agenda by removing two items and accepted the amendment. It approved proceeding with Option 2 to complete the OVRT Rest Stop in 2025. The council also received the strategic‑planning update, Library Board minutes, and other reports, then adjourned.

• Agenda amendment to remove Recreation User Fees (136058) and O'Donovan Drive amendment (136059) carried
• Accepted Committee of the Whole minutes dated May 20, 2025 – carried
• Approved proceeding with Option 2 to complete the OVRT Rest Stop in 2025 – carried, consent
• Received CAO’s 2025‑2026 Strategic Planning update – carried, consent
• Received Library Board minutes dated April 16, 2025 – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 p.m. – carried

Council Meeting

Carleton Place Council is voting on several by-laws and reports. The most significant item is awarding a construction contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. for Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive. Other decisions include adopting an Administrative Monetary Penalties System, replacing the refreshment vehicle by-law, amending noise and fees by-laws, approving a $20,000 heritage grant for 49 Mill Street, and approving the relocation of the community garden to Carlplace Park.

• Award of tender for construction of Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. (By-law 51-2025)
• Approval of a $20,000 heritage grant to LNCC4 for window replacement at 49 Mill Street (Boulton Brown Mill)
• Adoption of an Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS) by-law and related amendments (By-laws 46-2025, 47-2025, 49-2025, 50-2025)
• Replacement of Refreshment Vehicle By-law 50-2020 with By-law 48-2025
• Designation of Beerfest as a municipally significant event and approval of outdoor liquor at Market Square Pavilion

The council approved a $20,000 heritage grant for window replacement at Boulton Brown Mill. It adopted the terms of reference for the Affordable Housing Working Group and appointed Deputy Mayor Tennant as the council representative. The community garden was approved to relocate to Carlplace Park with a Memorandum of Understanding, and Beerfest was declared a Municipal Significant Event. Several by‑laws were passed, including the Administrative Monetary Penalties System and a construction contract for Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive.

• Approved $20,000 heritage grant for window replacement at Boulton Brown Mill (CARRIED)
• Approved terms of reference for Affordable Housing Working Group and appointed Deputy Mayor Tennant (CARRIED)
• Approved relocation of Community Garden to Carlplace Park and MOU with Community Garden Organization (CARRIED)
• Declared Beerfest a Municipal Significant Event and approved use of Market Square Pavilion for outdoor liquor (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 46-2025 to approve Administrative Monetary Penalties System (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 47-2025 amending Delegation of Authority for Administrative Monetary Penalties Screening Officers (CARRIED)
• Passed By-law 50-2025 amending Noise By-law to add construction equipment and administrative monetary penalties (CARRIED)
• Approved By-law 51-2025 authorizing construction agreement with Thomas Cavanagh Construction Ltd. for Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive (CARRIED)

Council Meeting

Council will consider and vote on several by-laws, including approving a subdivision agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A, traffic and parking amendments for that area, a municipal capital facility agreement with CPB Health Hub Solution Corporation, closure of Honey Wagon Trail, land acquisition and transfer for Highway 15 widening, amendments to the parks by-law, and contracts for water and wastewater treatment plant expansion with ASCO Construction Ltd. and Stantec. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and a consent report.

• By-law 36-2025: subdivision agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A
• By-law 38-2025: municipal capital facility agreement with CPB Health Hub Solution Corporation
• By-law 39-2025: closure of Honey Wagon Trail
• By-laws 40-2025 and 41-2025: land acquisition and transfer for Highway 15 widening
• By-laws 43-2025 and 44-2025: water and wastewater treatment plant expansion contracts with ASCO Construction Ltd. and Stantec

Council approved the award of Tender DS3‑2025 to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited for the Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive Extension, valued at $6,373,354.38 plus HST. The council also passed several by‑laws covering subdivision, traffic and parking changes, a municipal capital facility agreement, land purchase and transfer for Highway 15 widening, park facility amendments, and water‑wastewater treatment plant agreements. The Treasurer was authorized to implement a new financial software solution with $250,000 allocated for implementation services in the 2026 budget. The meeting adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

• Approved $6,373,354.38 contract for Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive Extension (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 36‑2025 to approve subdivision agreement with Uniform Urban Developments (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 37‑2025 to amend traffic and parking by‑law for Trotman, Simons, Utman, McNeely, and Fraser streets (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 38‑2025 municipal capital facility agreement with CPB Health Hub Solution Corp (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 39‑2025 to stop up and close Honey Wagon Trail (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 40‑2025 to purchase land for widening Highway 15 (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑law 41‑2025 to transfer land for widening Highway 15 (CARRIED)
• Authorized Treasurer to implement financial software solution with $250,000 for 2026 budget (CARRIED)

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The Committee of the Whole will discuss implementing a new Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS) and updating bylaws for refreshment vehicles and noise. The body is also reviewing a transit feasibility study and the relocation of the community garden.

• Proposed $20,000 heritage grant to LNCC4 for window replacement at 49 Mill Street
• Proposed Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS) effective July 1, 2025
• Proposed new Refreshment Vehicle By-law to license and regulate vehicles
• Proposed relocation of the community garden to Carlplace Park
• Proposed designation of Beerfest as an Event of Municipal Significance

Council approved the Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS) By‑law, amended the Fees and Charges By‑law to add administrative fees, and updated the Delegation of Authority By‑law to appoint screening officers. The council also adopted a new Refreshment Vehicle By‑law, amended the Noise By‑law for temporary dewatering pumps, approved the Affordable Housing Working Group terms and appointed Deputy Mayor Tennant, approved the relocation of the Community Garden to Carlplace Park with a memorandum of understanding, and declared Beerfest a municipally significant event.

• Approved Administrative Monetary Penalties System By‑law and related policy amendments (carried)
• Amended Delegation of Authority By‑law to appoint Clerk, Treasurer, and designates as screening officers (carried)
• Approved new Refreshment Vehicle By‑law and repeal of By‑law No. 50‑2020 (carried)
• Amended Noise By‑law No. 29‑2017 to permit temporary dewatering pumps (carried)
• Approved terms of reference for Affordable Housing Working Group and appointed Deputy Mayor Tennant (carried)
• Approved relocation of Community Garden to Carlplace Park and MOU with Community Garden Organization (carried)
• Declared Beerfest a municipally significant event and approved use of Market Square Pavilion (carried)
• Authorized $20,000 heritage grant for window replacement at Boulton Brown Mill (carried)

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The Committee of the Whole will discuss awarding contracts for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansions. The proposed awards include a construction contract and a separate contract for administration and inspection.

• Proposed contract award to ASCO for Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansions in the amount of $123,505,090 plus HST
• Proposed contract with Stantec for construction administration and inspection in the amount of $9,522,000 plus HST

Council approved awarding the contract for the Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant expansions to ASCO for $123,505,090 plus HST. The council also passed a by‑law to contract Stantec for construction administration and inspection of the projects for $9,522,000 plus HST. Staff confirmed that recent changes to municipal development charges will not affect project funding and an application will be made to the Canada Infrastructure Bank.

• Approved awarding contract to ASCO for $123,505,090 plus HST
• Approved by‑law to contract Stantec for $9,522,000 plus HST
• Approved agenda as presented

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The Committee of the Whole will consider several contracts, including a $123,505,090 tender for water and wastewater treatment plant expansions and a $9,522,000 contract for construction administration. It will also vote on a $6,373,354.38 road extension contract, a $250,000 financial‑software implementation budget, and a subdivision agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A. Additional items include a minimum‑wage pay‑grid update and instructions to seek financing for the plant expansions.

• Approve awarding Tender PW-2025-WTP-WWTP to ASCO for $123,505,090 plus HST
• Approve Stantec contract for construction administration at $9,522,000 plus HST
• Approve Tender DS3-2025 for Captain A. Roy Brown Blvd and McEachen Drive Extension to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited for $6,373,354.38 plus HST
• Authorize $250,000 for implementation of new financial software in the 2026 budget
• Pass by‑law to execute Subdivision Agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A with Uniform Urban Developments Ltd.

The Committee of the Whole approved awarding a $6,373,354.38 plus HST contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction for the Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard and McEachen Drive Extension, with the town’s share to be funded in the 2026 budget. Council also authorized $250,000 for a new financial‑software implementation and instructed staff to seek a loan from the Canada Infrastructure Bank for the water and wastewater treatment plant expansions. Additional approvals included revised part‑time pay grids (COLA 2.5% not applied) and a by‑law to execute a subdivision agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A.

• Approved $6,373,354.38 + HST contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction for Captain A. Roy Brown Blvd & McEachen Drive Extension (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Authorized $250,000 for financial‑software implementation services in the 2026 budget (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Approved revised part‑time pay grids with 2.5% COLA increase not applied to Grids 1‑3 (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Instructed staff to work with Canada Infrastructure Bank to secure loan for water & wastewater plant expansions (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Received Financial Report to March 31 2025 as information (CARRIED, CONSENT)
• Passed by‑law authorizing Mayor and Clerk to execute Subdivision Agreement for McNeely Landing Phase 1A (CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED)
• Deferred decision on awarding $123,505,090 + HST contract to ASCO for water & wastewater plant expansions (DEFERRED)
• Deferred decision on awarding $9,522,000 + HST contract to Stantec for construction administration (DEFERRED)

Council Meeting

Council will vote on several by-laws, including awarding a construction contract for Sanitary Sewer Upsizing Project 26, amending the Core Service Cost Recovery By-law, and approving related agreements. Other items include a funding agreement for the sewer project, a temporary access agreement with Choice Properties, and an easement agreement with Hydro One for the wastewater treatment plant expansion. A consent report and previous meeting minutes are also scheduled for approval.

• By-law 29-2025 awarding tender for Sanitary Sewer Upsizing Project 26 construction contract
• By-law 30-2025 amending Core Service Cost Recovery By-law 62-2022
• By-law 31-2025 initial funding agreement for Project 26 sewer upsizing
• By-law 32-2025 temporary access agreement with Choice Properties for Project 26
• By-law 34-2025 easement agreement with Hydro One for wastewater treatment plant expansion

The council awarded a $998,444 contract to Strathmar Trenching Limited for asphalt reconstruction on Charles Street and a $1,164,300 contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited for a sanitary sewer upsizing project. It authorized a $23,303.04 payment to Watson & Associates from the Development Charges Reserve Fund and created an Affordable Housing Working Group with approved funding. The council also issued a 2025 taxicab licence to Muhammet Ergun of Comfort Taxi and approved the 2024 audited financial statements. Several by‑laws (29‑2025 to 35‑2025) were read and passed.

• Approved awarding $998,444 Asphalt Reconstruction contract to Strathmar Trenching Limited
• Approved awarding $1,164,300 Sanitary Sewer Upsizing contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited
• Authorized $23,303.04 payment to Watson & Associates from Development Charges Reserve Fund
• Created Affordable Housing Working Group and approved annual affordable‑housing funding
• Approved issuance of 2025 Taxicab Operator’s Licence to Muhammet Ergun, Comfort Taxi (conditional)
• Approved 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements
• Passed By‑laws 29‑2025 through 35‑2025 covering sewer contracts, cost recovery, access agreements, delegation, easement, and council confirmation
• Approved agenda and minutes for the meeting

Council Meeting

Council will vote on By-law 23-2025 to establish 2025 tax rates and on three part lot control by-laws for properties on O'Donovan Drive. A by-law to amend development permit validity periods is also up for a vote. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a consent report.

• By-law 23-2025 to establish 2025 tax rates
• By-law 24-2025, 25-2025, 26-2025 for part lot control at 136-138, 142-144, and 148-150 O'Donovan Drive
• By-law 27-2025 to amend Development Permit By-law 15-2015 extending validity periods and conditions
• Consent report dated April 22, 2025

The council approved the meeting agenda and accepted the April 8 minutes. Kathleen Marie Fernandes was appointed to the Environmental Advisory Committee. By‑law 23‑2025 establishing 2025 tax rates and multiple part‑lot control and development‑permit by‑laws were passed. The council also confirmed its proceedings for the meeting.

• Approved agenda (Motion 136 07-01) – carried
• Accepted April 8 minutes (Motion 136 07-02) – carried
• Appointed Kathleen Marie Fernandes to Environmental Advisory Committee (Motion 136 07-03) – carried
• Passed By‑law 23‑2025 to establish 2025 tax rates (Motion 136 07-04) – carried
• Passed Part Lot Control By‑laws 24‑2025, 25‑2025, 26‑2025 for O'Donovan Drive (Motion 136 07-05) – carried
• Amended Development Permit By‑law 15‑2015 (By‑law 27‑2025) (Motion 136 07-06) – carried
• Confirmed council proceedings (By‑law 28‑2025) (Motion 136 07-07) – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 6:10 p.m. (Motion 136 07-08) – carried

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Committee of the Whole will consider awarding a $998,444 contract for asphalt reconstruction and overlay, adding Charles Street reconstruction to the 2025 road program. Other items include entering a Hydro One easement for wastewater plant expansion, funding a $1,164,300 sanitary sewer upsizing project, and receiving a summary report on affordable housing supports that proposes creating an Affordable Housing Committee and annual funding.

• Awarding $998,444 contract to Strathmar Trenching Limited for 2025 Asphalt Reconstruction and Overlay
• Adding Charles Street from Emily Street to Lake Avenue East to 2025 road program, funded by surplus
• Authorizing staff to enter a Hydro One easement agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion
• Approving $1,164,300 tender to Thomas Cavanagh Construction for Sanitary Sewer Upsizing Project DS2-2025
• Receiving affordable housing summary report and directing staff to create an Affordable Housing Committee

The council approved the award of a $1,164,300 contract to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited for the DS2-2025 Sanitary Sewer Upsizing Project and adopted the necessary temporary access agreement bylaw. It also approved a $998,444 road reconstruction contract for Charles Street, authorized a new Hydro One easement for the wastewater treatment plant, and created an Affordable Housing Working Group with funding guidelines. Additional actions included approving the 2024 audited financial statements, a new taxi operator licence, and an amendment to the Delegated Authority By‑law for temporary use buildings.

• Approved awarding Tender DS2-2025 Sanitary Sewer Upsizing Project to Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited ($1,164,300 plus HST)
• Approved awarding contract PW-2025-01 for Charles Street asphalt reconstruction to Strathmar Trenching Limited ($998,444 plus HST)
• Authorized staff to enter agreement with Hydro One for easement to service expanded wastewater treatment plant
• Authorized Initial Funding Agreement for Project 26 – McNeely Sewer Extension and amendment to Schedule “C” of By‑law 61-2022
• Approved creation of Affordable Housing Working Group and annual funding level for affordable housing (first‑come basis to non‑profit then for‑profit developers)
• Approved issuance of 2025 Taxicab Operator’s Licence to Muhammet Ergun of Comfort Taxi, conditional on By‑law 82‑2020 compliance
• Approved amendment of Delegated Authority By‑law for temporary use buildings
• Approved 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and posting on town website

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The Committee of the Whole will consider a by-law amendment to change validity periods for development approvals under the Development Permit By-law. It will also receive minutes from the BIA Board, Library Board, and Municipal Heritage Committee, and an information listing from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority. The meeting includes a closed session for legal, land, and personnel matters.

• By-law amendment to adjust validity periods for development approvals
• Receive BIA Board minutes from January 22, 2025
• Receive Library Board minutes from February 19, 2025
• Receive Municipal Heritage Committee minutes from March 24, 2025
• Closed session for administrative tribunal, land sale, community planning, and advisory committee appointment

The Committee of the Whole passed a by‑law amendment to Development Permit By‑law 15‑2015 to set new validity periods for development approvals. Kathleen Marie Fernandes was appointed to the Environmental Advisory Committee. The council also moved into and out of a closed‑session as required by the Municipal Act.

• Amended Development Permit By‑law 15‑2015 (validity periods) – carried
• Appointed Kathleen Marie Fernandes to the Environmental Advisory Committee – carried, consent
• Moved to closed session to discuss confidential matters – carried
• Returned to regular session after closed session – carried
• Approved agenda as presented – carried
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes dated March 25, 2025 – carried
• Received BIA, Library, and Municipal Heritage Committee minutes – carried
• Received Information Listing dated April 8, 2025 – carried

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Town Council will consider a new procurement policy (By-law 17-2025) that would replace the existing one from 2017. They will also vote on three part-lot control by-laws for properties on O'Donovan Drive and authorize a subdivision agreement for Coleman Central Phase II. The meeting includes routine items such as minutes approval and a consent report.

• By-law 17-2025 to approve a new procurement policy and repeal By-law 57-2017
• By-laws 18-2025 through 20-2025 for part-lot control at 118-120, 124-126, and 130-132 O'Donovan Drive
• By-law 21-2025 to authorize a subdivision agreement for Coleman Central Phase II
• Consent report dated April 8, 2025
• Approval of council minutes from March 25, 2025

The council adopted the 2025‑2029 Community Safety and Well‑being Plan for Lanark County and Smiths Falls. It approved the 2025 PSAB budget, awarded the McLaren Ball Diamond replacement contract for $68,434.31, and approved a summer closure week for childcare services in 2026. Several by‑laws were passed, including a new procurement policy, three Part‑Lot Control by‑laws for O'Donovan Drive, and a subdivision agreement for Coleman Central Phase II.

• Adopted 2025‑2029 Community Safety and Well‑being Plan (carried)
• Approved 2025 PSAB Budget (carried)
• Awarded McLaren Ball Diamond replacement contract to Troy Property Maintenance for $68,434.31 (carried)
• Approved summer closure week for Carleton Place Childcare Services to start in 2026 (carried)
• Passed By‑law 17‑2025 Procurement Policy, repealing By‑law 57‑2017 (carried)
• Passed Part‑Lot Control By‑laws 18‑2025, 19‑2025, 20‑2025 for O'Donovan Drive (carried)
• Authorized Subdivision Agreement – Coleman Central Phase II via By‑law 21‑2025 (carried)
• Confirmed council proceedings for April 8 2025 with By‑law 22‑2025 (carried)

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The Committee of the Whole will review the Carleton Place Wastewater System 2024 Annual Report and approve a $68,434.31 contract for ball diamond fencing. The meeting also includes a public hearing on development permit validity periods and a closed session regarding municipal negotiations.

• Award of $68,434.31 for McLaren Ball Diamond fence
• Public hearing on Development Permit By-law validity periods
• Approval of $2,189,328 surplus for debt repayment
• Summer closure week proposed for Carleton Place childcare
• Closed session on municipal negotiations

The council adopted the 2025‑2029 Community Safety and Well‑being Plan for Carleton Place. It approved the summer closure week for Childcare Services in 2026 and enacted a revised Procurement Policy while rescinding By‑law 57‑2017. The 2025 PSAB budget and several operational reports were accepted, and a ball‑diamond replacement contract was awarded.

• Adopted 2025‑2029 Community Safety and Well‑being Plan – CARRIED
• Approved summer closure week for Childcare Services (effective 2026) – CARRIED, CONSENT
• Enacted revised Procurement Policy and rescinded By‑law 57‑2017 – CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED
• Approved 2025 Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) Budget – CARRIED, CONSENT
• Accepted 2024 Wastewater System Annual Report – CARRIED, CONSENT
• Authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute Coleman Central Subdivision Phase 2 Agreement and amend Traffic and Parking By‑law – CARRIED, BY LAW PREPARED
• Awarded McLaren Ball Diamond replacement to Troy Property Maintenance for $68,434.31 with $13,022.48 budget deviation – CARRIED, CONSENT
• Accepted 2024 Council Remuneration Report – CARRIED, CONSENT

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council will approve the agenda, minutes from March 11, 2025, and the consent report. It will vote on a resolution urging federal and provincial action on U.S. tariffs and adopting a “Buy Canadian” policy for municipal purchases. The meeting will also confirm By‑law No. 16‑2025 that records the council proceedings.

• Resolution on U.S. tariffs calling for a “Buy Canadian” approach for routine purchases
• Approval of the agenda as presented
• Acceptance of Council minutes dated March 11 2025
• Receipt of the Consent Report dated March 25 2025
• Confirmation of By‑law No. 16‑2025 (Council proceedings)

The council approved the meeting agenda and the March 11 minutes. It accepted the 2024 drinking water and stormwater annual reports, approved $24,867 in Community Enrichment Grants, and appointed Linda Seccaspina to the Heritage Committee. A resolution was passed supporting Lanark County’s motion, adopting a “Buy Canadian” procurement stance, and urging removal of trade barriers. The council also confirmed By‑law 16‑2025 and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Accepted 2024 Drinking Water and Stormwater reports (Carried)
• Approved $24,867 Community Enrichment Grants (Carried)
• Appointed Linda Seccaspina as Heritage Committee representative (Carried)
• Passed resolution supporting Lanark County motion and adopting “Buy Canadian” approach (Carried)
• Confirmed By‑law 16‑2025 (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 p.m. (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Carleton Place Council will consider passing four by-laws: amending childcare fees, amending heritage grants policy, authorizing the sale of land to the Ministry of Transportation for Highway 15 widening, and approving local improvement charges for the Better Homes Lanark project. The meeting will also confirm the council proceedings.

• By-law 12-2025: Amends childcare fees
• By-law 14-2025: Authorizes sale of land to MTO for Highway 15 widening
• By-law 11-2025: Approves local improvement charges for Better Homes Lanark
• By-law 13-2025: Amends Heritage Grants Policy
• By-law 15-2025: Confirms council proceedings

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The Committee of the Whole will consider directing staff to proceed with Option 1 – an addition onto the Arena Facility with a new pool, as part of the Recreation Concept Plan. Council will also accept the 2024 annual reports for the drinking water system and stormwater management, and decide on a request to be the Highlight Community for the 2025 Lanark County Harvest Festival. Additionally, approval of $24,867 in Community Enrichment Grants from the first intake of 2025 is proposed, along with the appointment of a council representative to the Heritage Committee.

• Direct staff to proceed with Option 1 – Arena Facility addition with new pool (Recreation Concept Plan)
• Accept Carleton Place Drinking Water System 2024 Annual Report as information
• Accept Carleton Place 2024 Stormwater Management Annual Report as information
• Approve $24,867 in Community Enrichment Grants for Intake 1 of 2025
• Appoint Linda Seccaspina as Council Representative on the Heritage Committee

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council is meeting to discuss infrastructure funding and several municipal by-laws. Key items include a federal grant application for sidewalks and the approval of development charges.

• Application for 60% funding from the Federal Active Transportation Fund for new sidewalks on Highway 7 and Franktown Road
• By-law 09-2025 to approve development charges
• By-law 08-2025 to confirm the sale of surplus lands at Honey Wagon Trail Right of Way
• By-law 07-2025 for funding under the Housing-Enabling Core Services Fund for Captain A. Roy Brown Boulevard
• By-law 06-2025 for a pre-servicing agreement regarding McNeely Landing Phase 1A

CoW

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss childcare fee increases, heritage grant updates, and development permits. The body will also consider drafting a new by-law for administrative monetary penalties.

• Proposed increase of Heritage Grant Program maximum contribution from $5,000 to $15,000 per project
• Proposed 2.5% fee increase for School-Age Childcare effective June 1, 2025
• Amendment to Development Permit By-law 15-2015 for Comrie Hills Subdivision (DPA-02-2024)
• Direction to Clerk to draft an Administrative Monetary Penalties By-law
• Investigation into adding properties 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17 and 19 to Strategic Properties policies

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several development applications and a pre-servicing agreement for the McNeely Landing Subdivision. The body is also reviewing the 2025 budget and terms of reference for the Lanark County OPP Detachment Board.

• Pre-servicing agreement for McNeely Landing Subdivision Phase 1A
• Development permit application DP3-03-2024 for 450 McNeely Avenue
• By-law amendment for Comrie Hills Subdivision (DPA-02-2024)
• Draft 2025 budget for the Lanark County OPP Detachment Board
• Discussion on Development Charges Background Study and By-law

Council Meeting

The Town of Carleton Place Council will meet to review a proposed amendment to the traffic and parking by-law. The session includes the approval of previous minutes and a consent report.

• By-law No. 04-2025: Amendment to Traffic and Parking By-law 46-2003 regarding no parking areas on Stokes Drive

CoW

The Committee of the Whole will hold statutory public meetings on a Development Charges Background Study and a Comrie Hills Subdivision Development Permit Amendment. It will also consider a report recommending $83,376.20 in emergency repairs to Arena 1's refrigeration plant, to be funded from the 2024 year-end surplus or Strategic Reserve. A resolution calling on senior governments to invest in municipal infrastructure will be discussed. The meeting includes a closed session on a planning matter.

• Arena 1 emergency repairs for refrigeration chiller – budget deviation of $83,376.20
• Statutory public meeting: Development Charges Background Study by Watson & Associates
• Statutory public meeting: Comrie Hills Subdivision – Development Permit Amendment
• Resolution to join EOWC and others in requesting federal/provincial infrastructure funding
• Closed session to discuss a planning matter under solicitor-client privilege

Council Meeting

The council will approve the meeting agenda and adopt three by‑laws. By‑law 01‑2025 authorizes a transfer‑payment agreement for a fire‑protection grant. By‑law 02‑2025 adopts an interim tax levy for 2025. By‑law 03‑2025 confirms the council’s proceedings and the minutes from Dec 10 2024 will be approved.

• By‑law No. 01‑2025 – Transfer Payment Agreement for a fire‑protection grant
• By‑law No. 02‑2025 – Adoption of an interim tax levy for 2025
• By‑law No. 03‑2025 – Confirmation of council proceedings for Jan 14 2025
• Approval of Council Minutes dated Dec 10 2024
• Mayor’s Annual Address (announcement)