Champlain public meetings in 2024
19 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider multiple borrowing by-laws, including $ amounts for King Street and L'Orignal standpipe rehabilitation and arena rehabilitation, as well as land acquisitions for a landfill extension and a parcel north of Vankleek Hill. Other decisions include adoption of a new Council Code of Conduct, an Integrity Commissioner by-law, speed limit changes on four roads, and amendments to joint recycling and household hazardous waste agreements.
- By-law 2024-76: borrowing to finance King Street and L'Orignal standpipe projects
- By-law 2024-77: borrowing for arena rehabilitation
- Report PWD-2024-19: land acquisition for Municipal Landfill CAZ extension
- Report ADM-2024-12: land acquisition north of Vankleek Hill
- By-law 2024-75: speed limits on Pattee Road, Maplewood Drive, Deslauriers Street, and Eldemer Street
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting of Champlain Township Council consists entirely of a closed (in camera) session to discuss labour relations—specifically a compensation survey—and human resources issues. No public business is listed on the agenda.
- In camera item 4.1: Labour Relations – Compensation Survey
- In camera item 4.2: Human Resources
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will consider adopting new by-laws including the Council Code of Conduct (2024-70) and a complaint protocol (2024-71), along with amendments to the procedural by-law (2024-72). A report on municipal grants for 2025 will also be discussed. No presentations or deputations are scheduled. Two in-camera sessions are planned for human resources matters.
- By-Law 2024-70 – Council Code of Conduct
- By-Law 2024-71 – Complaint Protocol for the Council Code of Conduct
- By-Law 2024-72 – Procedural By-law
- Report CLK-2024-12 – Amendments to the Procedural By-law
- Report CCD-2024-10 – Municipal Grants 2025
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed amendments to the Council Code of Conduct, complaint protocols, and the Procedural By-Law. The body is also considering a new building by-law and changes to user fees.
- Proposed amendments to the Council Code of Conduct
- Proposed amendments to the Complaint Protocol for the Council Code of Conduct
- Proposed amendments to the Procedural By-Law
- By-Law 2024-63 - Building By-Law
- Report FIN-2024-07 - Amendment to User Fees By-Law 2021-79
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Champlain is meeting to review several administrative reports, including water and sewage rates and a food cycler program. Council will also consider the adoption of new records management and retention by-laws.
- Report FIN-2024-06 regarding Water and Sewage Rates Realignment
- Adoption of By-Law 2024-60 (Records Management Policy) and By-Law 2024-61 (Records Retention)
- Report PWD-2024-13 regarding the Food Cycler Program
- Request from L'Orignal Food Bank to waive Chalet Abris rental fees
- Review of the 2024-2025 Hawkesbury OPP Detachment Board Budget
Regular Council Meeting
The Champlain Township Council will consider and vote on two by‑laws: By‑Law 2024‑57 to regulate off‑road and motorized snow vehicles, and By‑Law 2024‑58 establishing a municipal financial support policy. The Committee of the Whole will also approve a memo renewing group insurance benefits, a report on ATV use on municipal roads, and a road‑closure request for the Vankleek Hill Fair Parade. Staff reports and monthly departmental updates will be presented before the votes.
- Adoption of By‑Law 2024‑57 regulating off‑road and motorized snow vehicles
- Adoption of By‑Law 2024‑58 municipal financial support policy
- Approval of Group Insurance Benefits Renewal memo
- Consideration of Report PWD‑2024‑10 on ATV use on municipal roads
- Road‑closure request for Vankleek Hill Fair Parade
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Champlain Council will meet on June 27, 2024, to adopt a series of new by-laws covering property standards, animal control, fire control, and the Administrative Monetary Penalties System (AMPS). Council will also vote on the 2024 Buildings, Fleet, and Parks Asset Management Plans and review a report on purchasing 4027 Highway 34. The agenda includes monthly departmental updates, a public deputation from the ATV Club of Eastern Ontario, and a closed session on human resources and land acquisitions.
- Adoption of By-Law 2024-48 (AMPS) and related by-laws for property standards, animal control, and fire control
- Report ADM-2024-07 recommending the purchase of 4027 Highway 34
- Approval of the 2024 Buildings, Fleet, and Parks Asset Management Plans
- Report PWD-2024-08 updating the Champlain Library brick recommendation
- Deputation from the ATV Club of Eastern Ontario regarding ATV regulations
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review proposed by-laws covering pool enclosures, animal control, traffic, property standards, and fire safety. Staff will present a framework for an Administrative Monetary Penalty System and reports on the 2024 asset management plans for buildings, fleet, and parks. A deputation regarding the Prescott Russell Recreational Trail annual report will be heard before an in-camera session on a human resources matter.
- Review of By-Law 2024-43 (Pool Enclosure), 2024-44 (Animal Control), 2024-45 (Traffic Control), 2024-46 (Property Standards), and 2024-47 (Fire Control)
- Staff report BD-2024-02 proposing an Administrative Monetary Penalty System by-law and appointing screening/hearing officers
- Presentations on the 2024 Asset Management Plans for buildings, fleet, and parks
- Deputation from Eric Collard regarding the Prescott Russell Recreational Trail 2023 annual report
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of Champlain is reviewing several municipal by-laws regarding speed limits, stop signs, and parking zones. The agenda also includes development agreements for contractors and residents, as well as a drainage assessment update for Mill Creek.
- By-Law 2024-40: Development Agreement (G. Dupont Contractor)
- By-Law 2024-41: Development Agreement (Michel Paquette and Louise Paquette)
- Speed limit reduction within the urban boundaries of L'Orignal and Vankleek Hill
- 4-way stop at the intersection of Bonin, Davidson and Heritage Court
- New no parking zone on Victoria Street school zone
SPECIAL MEETING (MUNICIPAL DRAIN)
The Township of Champlain is meeting to consider an Engineer's Report regarding the Smith Municipal Drain. The agenda includes a presentation by Lascelles Engineering on an addendum to the report. Council will also consider By-law 2024-34 to provide for works on the drain.
- Presentation of the Addendum to the Engineer's Report by Lascelles Engineering
- Consideration of By-law 2024-34 regarding works to the Smith Municipal Drain
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will consider adopting the 2024 tax rates for Champlain Township. The agenda also includes a presentation on the FoodCycler Program and reports regarding road reconstruction projects.
- Adoption of By-Law 2024-30 regarding 2024 Tax Rates
- Review of 2023 Audited Financial Statements by MNP LLP
- Report on capital projects for roads reconstruction
- Presentation on the Champlain FoodCycler Program
- Appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) for Park View Homes
Public Meeting (Zoning)
The Township of Champlain is considering an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment regarding Park View Homes. The meeting includes staff presentations and submissions related to these files.
- Official Plan Amendment (File CHA-OPA-4)
- Zoning By-law Amendment (File Z-02-2024)
Regular Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several planning applications, including zoning and official plan amendments for Laviolette and Park View Homes. The meeting also includes discussions on road assumptions for Bruno Street and Eva Street, as well as the appointment of a council representative to the Police Services Board.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment - Laviolette (File Z-09-2023)
- Official Plan and Zoning Amendment - Park View Homes (Z-02-2024)
- Road Assumption and Dedication - Bruno Street and Eva Street
- Appointment of Council Representative to the Police Services Board
- Levying maintenance and repair costs for eight municipal drains
Regular Council Meeting
The meeting includes reviews of zoning by-law amendments for the Laviolette and Sehgal applications. Council will also consider by-laws regarding 2024 budget estimates and member remuneration. Additionally, the agenda covers emergency repair levies for the Mill Creek Municipal Drain.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment (Laviolette - Z-09-2023)
- Zoning By-Law Amendment (Sehgal - Z-01-2024)
- By-Law 2024-10: 2024 Budget Estimates
- By-Law 2024-09: Council member remuneration
- By-Law 2024-13: Mill Creek Municipal Drain emergency repairs
Public Meeting (Zoning)
The Township of Champlain is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment regarding Laviolette (File Z-09-2023). The agenda includes staff presentations and a notice issued on January 17.
- Proposed Zoning By-Law Amendment - Laviolette (File Z-09-2023)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation regarding the 2023 Audit Service Plan from Gérald Gauthier of MNP LLP. Additionally, Jean-Claude Corbeil and Jean-Luc Cardinal of Digestcomp Inc. are scheduled to present on Champlain Project PiroEV. The committee will also meet in camera regarding negotiations with the Town of Hawkesbury.
- 2023 Audit Service Plan presentation by Gérald Gauthier, MNP LLP
- Champlain Project PiroEV presentation by Jean-Claude Corbeil and Jean-Luc Cardinal, Digestcomp Inc.
- In camera negotiations with the Town of Hawkesbury
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will review several land severance applications and a proposed wireless communications site. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal grants, hiring an HR officer, and various administrative by-laws.
- Zoning By-Law Amendment for Claude (Z-07-2023)
- Land Severance Application B-057-2023 (969080 Ontario Inc./Guindon)
- Land Severance Application B-058-2023 (Barton)
- Proposed Rogers Cell Tower at 9501 Fitzpatrick Road
- Land Severance Application B-018-2023 (Paquette)
Special (Budget) Meeting
The Township of Champlain is holding a special meeting to review the 2024 draft budget. The agenda also includes discussing amendments to the 2023 budget.
- Presentation of the 2024 Draft Budget
- Amendments to the 2023 Budget
Committee of the Whole
The committee will review staff reports regarding 2024 municipal grants. Several items are scheduled for in-camera discussion, including employee compensation and land acquisition.
- Municipal Grants 2024
- Financial Compensation and Severance for Daycare Employees (In Camera)
- Employee Negotiations (In Camera)
- Hiring of an HR Officer (In Camera)
- Potential Acquisition of Land (In Camera)