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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Committee of Adjustment
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to approve $18,200 archaeological assessment for George Street subdivision
Chatsworth Council will consider several staff reports and recommendations, including approving an archaeological assessment for a subdivision, property tax write-offs, and equipment repairs. The agenda also includes presentations on a golf cart by-law and the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority's 2027 budget, plus routine consent items.
- Approve $18,200 (plus HST) archaeological assessment for George Street subdivision lands
- Write off $1,829.75 in property taxes for 315421 Highway 6 and $511.93 for 197079 Concession 5A
- Approve up to $59,900 for repairs to John Deere 644K loader (Unit No. 719)
- Accept $35,080 quote for Sullivan Municipal Drain Branch M repair
- Approve $4,628.97 for McCullough Lake boat launch lock replacement
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 9 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Recommended Motion
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
5.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
6.
PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
7.
PRESENTATIONS AND DELEGATIONS
7.1
George Stoddart - Golf Cart Program By-law
1. 20260807134608598 (005).pdf
7.2
Tim Lanthier, Grey Sauble Conservation Authority - Changes to the Conservation Authorities Act and GSCA’s draft 2027 Budget
1. GSCA 2027 BUDGET PRESENTATION.pdf
7.3
Matters Arising from Presentations and Delegations
Recommended Motion
THAT the presentation by Tim Lanthier, Grey Sauble Conservation Authority regarding the Changes to the Conser …
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on three land severance applications and approve $608k in roadwork contracts
The Township of Chatsworth Council will hold a public meeting to decide on three consent applications for land severance in Concessions 3, 12, and 1 SWTSR, and to approve change orders for road resurfacing projects on Concessions 2, 3A, and bridge evaluations. Council will also receive monthly reports, adopt minutes, and consider appointments to the Grey County Compliance Audit Committee.
- Approve Consent Application B13/2026 for Concession 3 NETSR Lot 72 and Part Lot 71 for Mark and Brenda Van Grootheest
- Approve Consent Application B14/2026 for Concession 12, Part Lot 19, North Part Lot 20 for John and Lovina Stutzman
- Defer Consent Application B15/2026 for Concession 1 SWTSR Part Lots 11 and 12 for Brad and Susan Moran
- Approve $290,661.60 change order for resurfacing Concession 3A with Walker Construction Limited
- Approve $292,178.50 change order for resurfacing Concession 2 with Walker Construction Limited
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Wednesday, August 05, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 4 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
Recommended Motion
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
5.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
6.
PUBLIC MEETINGS AND HEARINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
6.1
Consent Application File B13/2026 - Concession 3 NETSR Lot 72 and Part Lot 71, Geographic Township of Holland, Township of Chatsworth - Mark and Brenda Van Grootheest
1. Planning Report 2026-29 - B13.2026 - Van Grootheest .pdf
2. Presentation.pdf
3. Decision Sheet.pdf
4. Aerial photo.pdf
Planners Report & Presentation
Applicant and/or Agent Comments
Public Comments
Council's Questions and/or Comments
Recommended Motion
THAT Planning Report 2026-29 regarding Consent Application B13/2026 be her …
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
No substantive agenda items listed for this meeting
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✓ Decided: Council approves $33K engineering design for bridge repairs
Council approved several items, including a $33,000 engineering contract for bridge repairs, a $144,160 truck purchase, and a $4,602.50 façade grant extension. They also directed staff to prepare a video surveillance policy and submit a grant proposal for arena chiller replacement. All motions carried unanimously.
- Approved $33,000 engineering service contract to B.M. Ross for Structure 35 and 37 repairs (carried)
- Accepted $144,160 truck tender from Hanna Motors (carried)
- Approved $4,602.50 façade improvement grant extension for Moore's Meats (carried)
- Directed staff to bring final Video Surveillance Policy to August 5 meeting (carried)
- Directed staff to submit grant proposal for Keady Arena chiller replacement (carried)
- Approved $2,750 kitchen exhaust work and $1,500 electrical upset limit at Williamsford CC (carried)
- Supported Georgian Bay resolution on property tax reassessment cycle (carried)
- Appointed McKay and Greig to library review on September 10 (carried)
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Township of Chatsworth
Council Minutes
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Members Present: Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Regrets: Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Staff Present: CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Ashlynn Kennedy
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
2026-20-01
Moved by: Terry McKay
Seconded by: Shawn Greig
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
4. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None.
5. OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
There were no speaker requests for Open Forum.
6. PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
None.
7. PRESENTATIONS AND DELEGATIONS
None.
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Council discussed the following items:
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8.1.c - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority Board Minutes - May 21,
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8.3.a - Pre-Authorized Payment Register - May 2026;
8.3.e - EFT Register - June 2026; and,
8.5.a - The Township of Georgian Bay Resolution - A Call to Return to
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to reconsider $8.6M community centre project
The council will revisit a motion to support a $8,655,400 community centre project, originally deferred from January. It will also hold public meetings on three planning applications: two consent applications by Pine Hollow Industries and the Degelders, and a zoning amendment for Next Level Automotive. The council will consider approving consent applications, zoning by-law amendments, a $5,000 grant extension for Desboro General Store, new procedural by-laws, and procurement for payroll and HR software.
- Reconsider Resolution 2026-03-10: support Option 1 Phase 1A Community Centre at $8,655,400
- Public meeting for consent applications B09/2026 and B10/2026 by Pine Hollow Industries (Part Lots 29 & 30, Concession 2 EGR)
- Public meeting for consent B12/2026 and zoning Z08/2026 for Angelina and Bryan Degelder (Concession 2 West, Part Lot 4, Sullivan)
- Public meeting for zoning amendment Z05/2025 at 160 Garafraxa Street (Next Level Automotive)
- Approve $5,000 façade improvement grant extension for Desboro General Store (CIP application)
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✓ Decided: Council awards $693,469 asphalt contract and denies community centre funding
Council awarded a hot mix asphalt project to Walker Construction Limited and approved a site-specific zoning amendment for a rural severance. A proposal to spend $8,655,400 on a community centre hub building was defeated 0-5. Council also approved a $5,000 façade improvement grant for the Desboro General Store.
- Defeated $8,655,400 Community Centre Hub Building proposal (0-5)
- Awarded 2026 Hot Mix Asphalt Project to Walker Construction Limited for $693,469.40
- Approved site-specific Zoning By-law Amendment for Angelina and Bryan Degelder (Z08/2026)
- Approved $5,000 façade improvement grant for Desboro General Store
- Approved purchase of parking and roadway signs for Grey Bruce OPP Project Safe Trade
- Approved $6,600 from Williamsford Community Centre Capital Budget to offset operational expenses
- Approved washroom access at Patterson Pavilion Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Denied proclamation request for National Dental Care Day
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 4 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Special Council Meeting Minutes - June 15, 2026.pdf
2. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - June 17, 2026.pdf
Recommended Motion
THAT the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on June 15, 2026 and of the Council Meeting held on June 17, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
7.1
Item of Deferral - May 20, 2026
At the May 20, 2026 Council Meeting, a Notice of Motion to Reconsider Resolution 2026-03-10 from January 21, 2026 was approved. As a result, Council was then able to reconsider the original motion …
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Township of Chatsworth
Council Minutes
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
Members Present:
Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Staff Present:
CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Ashlynn Kennedy
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
Director of Infrastructure and Development, Karl Schipprack
Grey County Planner, Becky Hillyer
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1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
There were no speaker requests for Open Forum.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
2026-19-01
Moved by: Terry McKay
Seconded by: Elizabeth Thompson
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None.
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
2026-19-02
Moved by: Shawn Greig
Seconded by: Peter Whitten
THAT the minutes of the Special Council Meeting held on June 15, 2026 and of
the Council Meeting held on June 17, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
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7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
7.1
Item of Deferral - May 20, 2026 …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on $288K/year waste collection contract with Waste Management
Council will consider adopting a new waste and recycling collection services agreement with Waste Management, including a $288,000 annual flat rate and $100 per tonne disposal fee. They will also vote on a community grants policy and hear public delegations about a drainage ditch and opposition to a community centre/hub. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a bio-digester project.
- Authorize waste management contract: $288,000/year collection + $100/tonne disposal
- Adopt community grants policy, including $1,500 grant to Chatsworth Agricultural Society
- Presentation by Roderick and Barbara Stott re: ditch on east side of Douglas Street
- Presentation by Allison Kuhl opposing Community Centre and Community Hub
- Closed session re: bio-digester property security and land acquisition
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✓ Decided: Chatsworth Council approves new waste collection contract and grants policy
Council approved a waste and recycling collection agreement with Waste Management of Canada Corporation and adopted a new Community Grants Policy. Staff were also directed to provide more information on the Chatsworth Recreation Reserve Fund and investigate drainage issues on Douglas Street.
- Approved waste collection contract with Waste Management of Canada Corporation ($288,000 annual flat rate)
- Approved Sullivan Transfer Station recycling disposal cost of $77,550
- Approved Sullivan Transfer Station waste disposal cost of $129,680
- Adopted By-law 2026-48 (Community Grants Policy)
- Approved $1,500 grant to Chatsworth Agricultural Society
- Directed staff to provide additional info on HUB property expense funding by August 19, 2026
- Directed staff to assess water issues and identify solutions for Douglas Street
- Received presentations regarding the Community Hub and Douglas Street for information
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 11 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion:
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - June 3, 2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on June 3, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
1. 2026-47 Authorize Execution of Waste Management Agreement (1).pdf
2. 2026-48 Community Grants Policy - Authorizing By-Law. …
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Township of Chatsworth
Council Minutes
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Members Present:
Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Staff Present:
CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Ashlynn Kennedy
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
Fire Chief, Mike Givens
_____________________________________________________________________
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
The following individuals addressed Council:
a. Eleanor Baker, regarding agenda item 11.4.a Finance Report 2026-20 -
Chatsworth Recreation Reserve Fund and requested information regarding
$23,609.08 discrepancy between the total revenue including interest earned and
the total cash and investments. Ms. Baker requested confirmation as to whether
the fundraising funds are earning interest and whether all HUB expenses are
being funded by taxpayers.
b. Sharrie Brick, Chatsworth Agricultural Society regarding agenda item 11.3.b
Allison Kuhl re: Opposition to the Community Centre and Community Hub
expressed the community need for recreation, expressing that a co …
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council reviews draft procedure by-law and schedules next steps.
This special council meeting is entirely procedural boilerplate with no substantive policy votes or public hearings. The primary focus is reviewing a second draft of the Procedure By-law, with staff directed to prepare a final version for the July 8 meeting. Council will also hold a brief open forum and a closed session.
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to update Procedure By-law
Council reviewed the second draft of the Procedure By-law and directed staff to make specific updates regarding voting, delegations, and committee structures. The updated by-law will be brought forward for consideration at the July 8, 2026 meeting.
- Approved the meeting agenda as circulated
- Directed staff to replace verbal staff updates with weekly email updates
- Directed staff to review active and required committee structures
- Directed staff to update Section 38 of the Procedural By-law regarding recorded vote procedures
- Directed staff to update Section 22 of the Procedural By-law to allow the CAO/Clerk to determine the number of delegations
- Directed staff to review the cost of printing agenda packages
- Received CAO Clerk’s Report 2026-09 for information
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Monday, June 15, 2026
4 :30 P . m . - 6 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
3.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
5.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Recommended Motion
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
5.1
CAO Clerk Report - Procedure By-law - 2nd Draft
1. CAO Clerk Report - Procedure By-law - 2nd Draft(1).pdf
2. 2022-20 Procedural By-law - Tracked Changes-v2.pdf
3. New Format Council Agenda-v2(1).pdf
4. Current Council Agenda Format – March 4, 2026.pdf
5. New Council Agenda Format – March 4, 2026 -v2(1).pdf
Recommended Motion
THAT CAO Clerk’s Report 2026-09 – Procedure By-Law Update – 2 nd Draft be hereby received for information; and,
FURTHER THAT Committee of the Whole direct staff to bring forward the up …
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Township of Chatsworth
Special Council Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 15, 2026, 4:30 p.m.
Members Present: Mayor, Scott Mackey
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Regrets: Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Staff Present: CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Ashlynn Kennedy
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 4:32 p.m.
2. OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
None.
3. APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
2026-17-01
Moved by: Terry McKay
Seconded by: Peter Whitten
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
4. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
None.
5. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
2026-17-02
Moved by: Shawn Greig
Seconded by: Peter Whitten
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
Carried
5.1 CAO Clerk Report - Procedure By-law - 2nd Draft
Council made the following comments:
Weekly email updates were requested to replace verbal staff
updates. It was noted that Council like that staff monthly reports will
be available for the publics information prior to the meeting.
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Concerns were raised regarding Committee structures, noting that
the committee members are volunteers. Council directed staff to
review the Committees to determine what are active, required and
not needed.
Council directed staff to review section 38 of the Procedural By-law
to include the pro …
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on three zoning amendments and land consents
This meeting includes public hearings and votes on three consent applications and corresponding zoning by-law amendments for properties in Sullivan and Holland townships. Council will also consider a new purchasing policy and an agreement with the Chatsworth Agricultural Society for the Patterson Pavilion. Delegations will address pavilion washrooms and financial assistance for hydro charges.
- Public hearings for consent applications B08/2026 (Paul Long), B11/2026 (Van Eck), B07/2026 (King Creative) and associated zoning amendments Z05, Z07, Z06
- Vote on By-law 2026-44 to adopt a Purchasing and Procurement Policy
- Vote on By-law 2026-45 to authorize agreement with Chatsworth Agricultural Society for Patterson Pavilion operations
- Delegation by Sharrie Brick, Joanne Anderson, Ronda Brainard regarding pavilion washrooms
- Delegation by Celeste Eickholdt regarding financial assistance for hydro charges
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✓ Decided: Council approved three zoning by-law amendments and a purchasing policy
Council approved zoning by-law amendments for properties owned by Paul Long, Gilbert and Sharon Van Eck, and King Creative Inc. They also gave first and second reading to by-laws adopting a purchasing and procurement policy and an agreement with the Chatsworth Agricultural Society for Patterson Pavilion operations. Delegations requesting open washrooms at the pavilion and financial assistance for Williamsford Community Centre hydro charges were received, and staff were directed to review the hydro bills.
- Approved zoning amendment Z05/2026 for Paul Long (Part Lot 2, Concession 2, Sullivan) (carried)
- Approved zoning amendment Z07/2026 for Gilbert & Sharon Van Eck (Concession 2 SWTSR Lot 72-73, Holland) (carried)
- Approved zoning amendment Z06/2026 for King Creative Inc. (Part Lot 61, Concession 1 NETSR, Holland) (carried)
- Introduced By-law 2026-44: Purchasing and Procurement Policy (first and second reading)
- Introduced By-law 2026-45: Agreement with Chatsworth Agricultural Society for Patterson Pavilion operations (first and second reading)
- Referred three consent items (B08/2026, B11/2026, B07/2026) to Committee of the Whole
- Directed staff to review Williamsford Community Centre hydro bills and prepare report
- Received delegation on pavilion washrooms; no immediate action
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Wednesday, June 03, 2026
10 :00 A . m . - 4 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion:
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 20, 2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on May 20, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
8.1
B08/2026 - Part Lot 2, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Sullivan, Township of Chatsworth - Paul Long
1. B08.2026 Long Planning Report 2026-17.pdf
2. B08.2026 Long Decision Sheet.pdf
3. B08.2026 Long Aerial photo.pdf
4. B08.2026 a …
Wed May 20, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to reconsider $8.6M community centre hub building
Council will vote on setting 2026 tax rates and a zoning amendment for Ridgetech Dynamics. They will also reconsider a previously approved $8.6 million community centre project. A $39,600 roadside mowing contract is up for approval.
- By-law 2026-38: 2026 tax rate bylaw
- By-law 2026-39: Zoning amendment for Ridgetech Dynamics Inc. (Lots 12-14, Plan 884, Sullivan Twp.)
- Accept $39,600 tender from D. & R.Ag Services for roadside mowing
- Notice of motion to reconsider $8,655,400 Community Centre hub building
- Notice of motion to defer community centre if reconsideration passes
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✓ Decided: Council votes to reconsider Hub Building, defers design options until June 17
Council voted 5-0 to reconsider a previous resolution supporting an $8.6M community centre hub building. They then deferred the design options discussion until after June 17, 2026, to allow for community input. Council also approved a zoning by-law amendment for Ridgetech Dynamics Inc and awarded a roadside mowing tender for $39,600.
- Reconsidered Resolution 2026-03-10 for Hub Building (5-0)
- Deferred Hub Building design options until after June 17, 2026
- Approved Zoning By-law Amendment for Ridgetech Dynamics Inc
- Approved roadside mowing tender to D. & R. Ag Services ($39,600)
- Introduced By-law 2026-38 for tax rates
- Introduced By-law 2026-39 for zoning amendment
- Received Finance and Fire reports for information
- Direct staff to present 2nd Draft of Procedure By-law on June 3, 2026
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 9 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion:
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Regular Council Meeting Minutes - May 6, 2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on May 6, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
1. 2026-38 Tax Rate By-law.pdf
2. 2026-39 - Zoning Amendment - Ridgetech Dynamics Inc.pdf
Recommended Motion:
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Committee of Adjustment
Committee to decide on garage setback variance at 12m instead of 15m
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a minor variance application (A02/2026) to allow a reduced front yard setback of 12 metres for a detached garage on an A1-zoned property, where the by-law requires 15 metres. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.
- Minor Variance A02/2026: reduce front yard setback to 12m for detached garage at Part Lot 32, Concession 2, Holland Township
- Recommended motion to grant the variance with conditions
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Wednesday, May 06, 2026
9 :00 A . m . - 9 :30 A . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
Call to Order
2.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3.
Minutes of Previous Meetings
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CA_Apr01_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the Committee of Adjustment hereby approves the minutes of the April 1, 2026 Committee of the Adjustment Meeting.
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Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting
4.1
A02.2026 Maginnis Planning Report 2026-14
1. A02.2026 Maginnis Planning Report 2026-14.pdf
2. A02.2026 Maginnis MV Decision Sheet.pdf
3. A02.2026 Maginnis Aerial Photograph for Council.pdf
4. A02.2026 Maginnis Presentation.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT Planning Report 2026-14 regarding Minor Variance Application A02/2026 be hereby received; and
FURTHER THAT Committee of Adjustment grants the requested Minor Variance A02/2026 to permit a reduced front yard setback of 12 metres for a detached garage in the front yard of an A1 zoned property; whereas, the Zoning By-law requires 15 metres, on the lands legally described as Part Lot 32, Concession 2 NETSR, RP 16R8817, Geographic Township of Holland, Township of Chatsworth; and
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council approves road maintenance contracts and zoning changes
The Township of Chatsworth Council will consider awarding gravel and dust suppressant contracts, approving a concrete sidewalk replacement, and receiving reports on zoning by-law amendments and the community hub project. The meeting also includes the introduction of by-laws regarding election delegation authority and interim tax policy.
- Award of 2026 Maintenance Gravel contract to Walker Aggregates Inc. ($360,525)
- Approval of 2026 Liquid Dust Suppressant contract to Da-Lee Dust Control ($200,124)
- Acceptance of Concrete Sidewalk Replacement project quote from Horton Concrete Finishing ($32,299.75)
- Introduction of By-law 2026-35 regarding election delegation authority
- Receiving report on Zoning By-law Amendment for Ridgetech Dynamics Inc.
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✓ Decided: Council approved consent application, advanced Ridgetech Dynamics zoning amendment
Council approved consent application B06/2026 with conditions, allowing the Sherman property to be restored to its previous configuration. They referred the Ridgetech Dynamics zoning amendment back to staff for a further report after a public hearing. Two by-laws were introduced: one delegating executive authority during the lame-duck period and one appointing a Deputy Clerk. Delegations on a building permit for a snow-plow turnaround and concerns about the Chatsworth Hub Building project were heard.
- Approved consent application B06/2026 with conditions (carried)
- Referred zoning by-law amendment Z04/2026 (Ridgetech Dynamics) for further staff report (carried)
- Introduced By-law 2026-35 to delegate executive authority during lame-duck period (first and second reading)
- Introduced By-law 2026-36 to appoint a Deputy Clerk (first and second reading)
- Received planning report on George Street subdivision (carried)
- Received accounts payable and committee minutes as consent agenda (carried)
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Wednesday, May 06, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 12 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Apr15_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 15, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
8.1
B06.2026 Sherman Planning Report 2026-13
1. B06.2026 Sherman Planning Report 2026-13.pdf
2. B06.2026 Sherman Aerial photo.pdf
3. B06.2026 Sherman Decision Sheet.pdf
4. B06.2026 Sherman Presentation.pdf
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Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to award $640k Bridge 39 replacement contract
Chatsworth Township Council will consider awarding a $640,166 contract for Bridge 39 replacement and approving by-laws for library services and a bereavement donations policy. Staff reports on farm lease extensions, grass cutting tenders, and modernization projects are also on the agenda.
- Award of Bridge 39 replacement to RF King Excavating for $640,166.12
- Approval of library services agreement with Grey Highlands Public Library
- Adoption of Bereavement Donations Policy (By-Law 2026-33)
- Grass cutting and maintenance tender to Dwayne’s Lawn Care for $28,329.10
- Farm lease extension for Sharedon Farms Ltd. at $6,110 plus HST
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 9 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Apr01_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on April 1, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
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MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
1. 2026-32 Authorize Agreement - Grey Highlands Public Library Services 2026.pdf
2. Chatsworth Library Services Agreement - 2026.pdf
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Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Committee of Adjustment
Committee considers minor variance for pool setback on Part Lot 21
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review a minor variance application for a property in the Geographic Township of Holland. The body will consider whether to allow a pool to be installed closer to the front lot line than currently required by zoning laws.
- Minor Variance Application A01/2026: request to reduce front yard setback for a pool from 50 metres to 38 metres at Part Lot 21, Concession 2 EGR, RP 16R6345 Part 2
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Wednesday, April 01, 2026
6 :00 P . m . - 6 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
Call to Order
2.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
3.
Minutes of Previous Meetings
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CA_Nov05_2025 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the Committee of Adjustment hereby approves the minutes of November 5, 2025.
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Committee of Adjustment Public Meeting
4.1
A01.2026 Zehr and Byl Planning Report 2026-12
1. A01.2026 Zehr and Byl Planning Report 2026-12.pdf
2. A01.2026 Zehr and Byl Arial Photograph for Council(1).pdf
3. A01.2026 Zehr and Byl MV Decision Sheet (1).pdf
4. A01.2026 Zehr and Byl Presentation.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT Planning Report 2026-12 regarding Minor Variance Application A01/2026 be hereby received; and
FURTHER THAT Committee of Adjustment grants the requested Minor Variance A01/2026 to permit a reduced front yard setback of 38 metres for a pool in the front yard of an A1 zoned property; whereas, Section 7.21(b) of the Zoning By-law requires pools located in the front yard to be 50 metres from the front lot line, on the lands legally described as Part Lot 21, Concession 2 EGR, RP 16R6345 Part 2, Geographic Township of Holland, Towns …
Wed Apr 1, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Chatsworth council approves community pavilion agreement
Chatsworth council will consider an agreement to operate the Patterson Pavillion for community events and approve several equipment purchases and construction contracts. The meeting also includes reports on library operations, cemetery trust transfers, and road maintenance.
- Agreement for Patterson Pavillion operation
- Contract for Keady Community Centre Trillium Grant project ($216,910)
- Contract for Sand-Salt Storage Building at Sullivan Works Yards ($861,700)
- Contract for Grass Cutting and Maintenance ($28,329.10)
- Purchase of Grader attachment ($23,740)
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Wednesday, April 01, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 7 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Recommended Motion:
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Mar18_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Mar04_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on March 4, 2026 and March 18, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory) - None
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS - None
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
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Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on funding agreement for OPP Mobile Crisis Response Team
Council will consider a by-law authorizing a funding agreement with the province for a one-time grant to support a Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) with the OPP. Other items include a road transfer and maintenance agreement with Grey County, approval of a bridge inspection report, and two notices of motion: one to review zoning rules for sea cans, and another to rename the former community centre lands to Chatsworth Community Park & Pavilion. Council will also go into closed session to discuss facility security cameras and vote on a $9,657.11 quote from AK Security.
- By-Law 2026-28 – Authorizes execution of a funding agreement with the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General for OPP Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) one-time grant
- PW2026-07 – Grey County road transfer: commits to road name Sideroad 9A for transferred sections on Grey Road 25, with maintenance cost recovery of $9,200 per two-lane kilometre
- PW-2026-08 – Receives 2025 OSIM bridge inspection draft report by B.M. Ross and Associates; final version to be posted on municipal website
- Closed session item PR Report 2026-05 – Quotation from AK Security for three municipal properties: facility security cameras at $9,657.11 (plus HST)
- Notices of motion: Councillor Whitten seeks staff report on zoning By-Law 2025-12 Section 7.9 (sea cans); Councillor Thompson moves to rename 5 Toronto Sydenham Street property to Chatsworth Community Park & Pavilion
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Mar04_2026 - English.pdf
Resolution
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on March 4, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
1. 2026-28 MCRT Agreement.pdf
2. MCRT Enhancement Grant 2025-26 - 2026-27 TPA - Grey Bruce OPP.pdf
Resolution
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Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to consider four zoning by-law amendments and road transfer
This meeting includes public meetings on five planning applications (B01/2026, Z01/2026, B02/2026, Z02/2026, Z03/2026) for consents and zoning changes on several properties, followed by referral to Committee of the Whole. Council will also introduce four zoning by-law amendments (2026-24 to 2026-27) for first and second reading. A presentation from Grey County on a road transfer is scheduled.
- Public hearings for consent application B01/2026 and zoning amendment Z01/2026 (Wendy Batchelor, Part Lots 11 & 12, Concession 2 EGR E)
- Public hearings for consent B02/2026 and zoning Z03/2026 (Morgan Ottewell and Shauna Armstrong, Part Lot 25, Concession 5 EGR)
- Public hearing for zoning amendment Z02/2026 at 22 John Street, Village of Chatsworth
- Introduction of four zoning by-law amendments (By-laws 2026-24, 2026-25, 2026-26, 2026-27) for first and second reading
- Presentation by Grey County CAO and Deputy CAO on a road transfer
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Wednesday, March 04, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 12 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
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APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Feb18_2026 - English.pdf
Resolution
THAT the minutes of the Council Meeting held on February 18, 2026 be confirmed as recorded.
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MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
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PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
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B01/2026 - Part Lots 11 & 12, Concession 2 EGR E and Part Lot 11, Part Lot 12, Concession 2 EGR Township of Holland, Township of Chatsworth - Wendy Batchelor
1. B01.2026 Batchelor Planning Report 2026-05(1).pdf
2. submitted application B01-2026 - Redacted.pdf
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Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
Chatsworth council to review CAO performance in closed session
The Township of Chatsworth Council will convene a special meeting to review the performance of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Clerk in a closed session. The meeting agenda is procedural, with no public items scheduled for discussion.
- Closed session for CAO/Clerk performance review
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Declaration of pecuniary interest
- Adjournment
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 7 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
3.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
4.
CLOSED MEETING
Resolution
THAT Council go into Closed Session for the following reason(s):
Personal Matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees (CAO/Clerk Performance Review)
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Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to consider multiple by-laws including 2026 budget and service agreements
The Township of Chatsworth Council will meet on February 18, 2026 to adopt the agenda and confirm minutes from recent meetings. Council will introduce and take first and second reading of several by‑laws, such as agreements for vote‑by‑mail services, the Team Grey memorandum of understanding, a fire dispatch agreement, the 2026 budget, and fees and charges. The Committee of the Whole will receive presentations on the Team Grey MOU and community hub concerns, and staff reports on fire services, finance, and public works. These items are slated for discussion and possible approval at this meeting.
- By‑law 2026‑14 – authorize Vote‑by‑Mail Services agreement with Comprint Systems (DataFix)
- By‑law 2026‑15 – authorize Team Grey Memorandum of Understanding between Grey County and Chatsworth
- By‑law 2026‑16 – authorize Fire Service Dispatch Agreement with Owen Sound Police Services Board
- By‑law 2026‑18 – adopt the 2026 budget estimates
- By‑law 2026‑22 – impose and collect fees and charges for municipal services
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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
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4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. 5 - January 28, 2026 - Special Council Meeting.pdf
2. 6 - February 4, 2026.pdf
3. 7 - February 11, 2026 - Special Meeting.pdf
4. 8 - February 11, 2026 - Special Meeting Budget.pdf
Resolution
THAT the minutes of the following Council Meetings be confirmed as recorded:
January 28, 2026 - Special Council Meeting - Budget
February 4, 2026 - Council Meeting
February 11, 2026 - Special Council Meeting
February 11, 2026 - Special Council Meeting - Budget
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MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council holds public meeting on 2026 budget
The Council will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed 2026 budget. They will also consider correspondence from a resident regarding Desboro Christmas Lights and handle routine procedural items.
- Public meeting on Township of Chatsworth 2026 Budget
- Correspondence from Lyle Bell re: Desboro Christmas Lights
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 9 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
3.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Resolution
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
5.1
Correspondence for Council information
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Lyle Bell Letter Re: Desboro Christmas Lights
1. 20260206180127674.pdf
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Public Meeting - Township of Chatsworth 2026 Budget
1. Township of Chatsworth Budget 2026 - Public Meeting Feb 11.pdf
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Rise and Report from Committee of the Whole
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THAT Committee of the Whole rise as Council to report and confirm the actions taken in Committee of the Whole.
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Wed Feb 11, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council holds procedural special meeting with closed session on HR matters
The Chatsworth Township Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the agenda as circulated, record any declarations of pecuniary interest, and enter a closed session to discuss personal human‑resources matters involving identifiable individuals. The meeting will then be adjourned.
- Adopt agenda as circulated
- Record declarations of pecuniary interest
- Closed session for personal HR matters
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026
5 :30 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
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CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
3.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
4.
CLOSED MEETING
Resolution
THAT Council go into Closed Session for the following reason(s):
(b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees; regarding Human Resources Items.
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Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council adopts interim tax levy, zoning amendment, and pothole program agreements
The Council will vote on three by‑laws: By‑law 2026‑10 establishing an interim tax levy for 2026 with a 1.25 % penalty and interest; By‑law 2026‑11 amending the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law for East Part Lot 16, Concession 12 EGR, Geographic Township of Holland; and By‑law 2026‑12 authorizing the Mayor and Treasurer to sign an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Pothole Prevention and Repair Program. The Committee of the Whole will recommend approval, and the Council will give final third‑reading approval and seal the by‑laws. Additional staff reports include contracts for hazardous‑waste oil removal and recycling services at township facilities.
- By‑law 2026‑10 – interim tax levy for 2026 with 1.25 % penalty and interest
- By‑law 2026‑11 – amendment to Zoning By‑law No. 2025‑12 for East Part Lot 16, Concession 12 EGR, Geographic Township of Holland
- By‑law 2026‑12 – authorize agreement with Ontario Ministry of Transportation for the Pothole Prevention and Repair Program
- Staff recommendation to contract Safety‑Kleen and Clean Harbours for compressor oil removal at Parks & Recreation facilities
- Staff recommendation to contract Waste Management for recycling disposal at township recreation facilities
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✓ Decided: Council adopts interim tax levy, zoning amendment, and pothole payment by‑laws
The council approved three by‑laws: an interim 2026 tax levy with a 1.25% penalty, an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, and authorization for an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Pothole Prevention and Repair Program. It also accepted staff recommendations to contract Safety‑Kleen and Clean Harbours for hazardous waste removal and Waste Management for recycling at township recreation facilities. The council supported the Grenville OPP board’s letter on enhanced school‑bus safety and directed staff to report on virtual‑meeting options.
- Adopted By‑law 2026‑10 establishing an interim 2026 tax levy with 1.25% penalty (Carried)
- Adopted By‑law 2026‑11 amending the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law (Carried)
- Adopted By‑law 2026‑12 authorizing the Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for the Pothole Prevention and Repair Program (Carried)
- Approved staff recommendation to contract Safety‑Kleen and Clean Harbours for removal of used compressor oil from parks facilities (Carried)
- Approved staff recommendation to contract Waste Management for recycling disposal at township recreation facilities (Carried)
- Approved resolution supporting Grenville OPP board’s letter on enhanced school‑bus safety and stop‑arm camera systems (Carried)
- Directed staff to provide a report on the potential implementation of virtual council meetings, including cost (Carried)
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Wednesday, February 04, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 12 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. 3 - January 21, 2026.pdf
2. 4 - January 26, 2026 - Special Council Meeting.pdf
Resolution
THAT the minutes of the following Council Meetings be confirmed as recorded:
January 21, 2026 - Council Meeting
January 26, 2026 - Special Council Meeting
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory) - None
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS - None
10.
INTRODUCTION OF BY-LAWS – FIRST AND SECOND READING
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Council Minutes
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
Members Present:
Mayor, Scott Mackey
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Regrets:
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Staff Present:
CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Tyler Zamostny
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
_____________________________________________________________________
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
There were no speaker requests for Open Forum.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution 2026-06-01
Moved by: Peter Whitten
Seconded by: Elizabeth Thompson
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Resolution 2026-06-02
Moved by: Elizabeth Thompson
Seconded by: Peter Whitten
THAT the minutes of the following Council Meetings be confirmed as recorded:
· January 21, 2026 - Council Meeting
· January 26, 2026 - Special Council Meeting
Carried
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES - None
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory) - None
9.
MATTERS ARISING FROM PUBLIC MEETINGS – None
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Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council holds fifth budget meeting for 2026 budget
This special council meeting includes the fifth budget meeting to discuss the 2026 budget. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a biodigester under Municipal Act exceptions. The meeting also includes a confirmatory by-law and an open forum.
- 2026 Budget meeting #5 with two attached PDFs
- Closed session for biodigester discussion under Municipal Act 2001, s. 239(2)(c),(e),(f),(k)
- Confirmatory By-law 2026-09 to confirm actions of the meeting
- Open forum for public comment on agenda items
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Municipal Council Chambers
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 8 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
3.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
5.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Resolution
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
5.1
Budget Meeting #5
1. 2026 Budget - Meeting 5.pdf
2. Township of Chatsworth Budget 2026 - Meeting 5.pdf
5.2
Rise and Report from Committee of the Whole
Resolution
THAT Committee of the Whole rise as Council to report and confirm the actions taken in Committee of the Whole.
6.
CLOSED MEETING
Resolution
THAT Council go into Closed Session for the following reason(s):
Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 Section 239 (2)(c),(e),(f) and (k) – Biodigester Discussion
7.
CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW
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Mon Jan 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to hold closed session on industrial lands
This special council meeting consists primarily of procedural items, including the approval of the agenda and a confirmatory by-law. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land and related negotiations concerning industrial lands.
- Closed session for industrial lands discussion (acquisition/disposition and negotiations)
- Confirmatory By-law 2026-08 to ratify meeting actions
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✓ Decided: Council adopted agenda and entered closed session on land acquisition
The council adopted the circulated agenda after a motion and second. It also approved a closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition and related negotiation criteria. No other items, including the Confirmatory By-Law, were considered. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
- Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
- Approved closed session for land acquisition discussion (carried)
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Monday, January 26, 2026
12 :00 P . m . - 4 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
3.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
4.
CLOSED MEETING
Resolution
THAT Council go into Closed Session for the following reason(s):
a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the
municipality (Regarding Industrial Lands Discussion); and
a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any
negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the
municipality (Regarding Industrial Lands Discussion)
5.
CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW
1. 2026-08 Confirmatory By-law January 26, 2026.pdf
Resolution
THAT By-law 2026-08 being a by-law to confirm all actions and proceedings of the January 26, 2026 Special Council meeting be hereby read a first, second, and third time, signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Corporate Seal.
6.
ADJOURNMENT
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Township of Chatsworth
Special Council Meeting Minutes
Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Members Present: Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Regrets: Councillor, Shawn Greig
Staff Present: CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Grey County Planner, Becky Hillyer
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
2. APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution 2026-04-01
Moved by: Elizabeth Thompson
Seconded by: Terry McKay
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
3. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None
4. CLOSED MEETING
Resolution 2026-04-02
Moved by: Peter Whitten
Seconded by: Terry McKay
THAT Council go into Closed Session for the following reason(s):
a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the
municipality (Regarding Industrial Lands Discussion); and
a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any
negotiations carried on or to be carried on by or on behalf of the
municipality (Regarding Industrial Lands Discussion)
Carried
After resuming in open session, Mayor Mackey indicated that the only items
discussed in Closed Session were those items listed in the resolution.
5. CONFIRMATORY BY-LAW
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Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Council Meeting
Council to discuss Chatsworth Community Hub options and new fees by-law
Council is holding a public meeting to present a Draft Fees & Charges By-law. The body is also reviewing build and landscaping options for the Chatsworth Community Hub and considering a zoning amendment for a property in the Township of Holland.
- Public meeting for Draft Fees & Charges By-law
- By-law 2026-05: Ontario Fire Protection Grant Transfer Payment Agreement
- Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z11/2025 for East Part Lot 16, Concession 12 EGR (Amos and Betty Martin)
- Finance Report 2026-02 regarding Chatsworth Community Hub build and landscaping options
- 2025 Fire Department Activity Report
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✓ Decided: Council approved a $8,655,400 Phase 1 Community Hub project (3‑2 vote)
The Council voted 3‑2 to support Phase 1 Option A of the Chatsworth Community Hub, estimated at $8,655,400. It also approved the Hub landscaping design unanimously (5‑0). The Draft Fees & Charges By‑law was deferred pending additional information, and a zoning amendment for East Part Lot 16 was approved. By‑law 2026‑05 for an Ontario Fire Protection Grant Transfer Agreement was introduced, referred, and passed its third reading.
- Approved Phase 1 Option A for Chatsworth Community Hub ($8,655,400) (3‑2)
- Approved Hub Landscaping Design Option 1 (5‑0)
- Deferred Draft Fees & Charges By‑law; staff to provide more information by Feb 4
- Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment for East Part Lot 16, Concession 12 EGR (owner Amos and Betty Martin)
- Introduced By‑law 2026‑05 (Fire Protection Grant Transfer Agreement) – first and second reading
- Referred By‑law 2026‑05 to Council for consideration
- Passed third reading of By‑law 2026‑05, signed and sealed
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 10 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. 1 - January 7, 2026.pdf
2. 1 - January 7, 2026 - Planning Minutes.pdf
3. 2 - January 14, 2026 - Special Council Meeting (Budget).pdf
Resolution
THAT the following minutes be confirmed as recorded.
Council Meeting - January 7, 2026
Planning Meeting - January 7, 2026
Special Council Meeting (Budget) - January 14, 2026
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
8.1
Draft Fees & Charges By-law
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Council Minutes
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Members Present:
Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Staff Present:
CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Chief Building Official (West Grey & Chatsworth), Mary Schofield
Fire Chief, Mike Givens
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
_____________________________________________________________________
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
The following individual addressed Council:
· Mark Gamble regarding Building Permit Fees - Mr. Gamble identified
concerns with the draft changes to the Fees and Charges by-law
specifically in regards to the Bunker Silo fee being a per square footage
fee.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution 2026-03-01
Moved by: Elizabeth Thompson
Seconded by: Terry McKay
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Resolution 2026-03-02
Moved by: Peter Whitten
Seconded by: Shawn Greig
THAT the following minutes be confirmed as rec …
Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
Budget meeting #4 to review capital and operating budgets
Council will hold its fourth budget meeting, reviewing proposed capital projects and operating expenditures for 2026. Attachments cover capital budgets for administration, fire, bridges, roads, public works, water, and recreation, as well as operating budgets for general government, protective services, environmental services, public services, cemeteries, recreation, and planning. The meeting also includes consideration of postponed capital projects.
- Review of Admin Capital Greensheets for budget meeting #4
- Review of Fire Capital budget (12112025)
- Review of Roads Capital budget (26112025)
- Review of Water System capital budget and OCWA major maintenance plan
- Review of Taxation Operating Budget and department operating budgets
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✓ Decided: Council added 0.3% to road reserves, raising the levy to 2.98%
The council adopted the circulated agenda and approved moving into Committee of the Whole. During the budget review, council decided to increase the road reserve levy by 0.3%, bringing the overall levy to 2.98% and the blended rate to 1.8%. Additional budget adjustments included reducing the Council Conventions & Training budget to $20,000, funding $25,000 for Christmas lights from reserves, and directing staff to seek lower-cost options for hot‑water tanks at the Desboro Arena.
- Adopted agenda as circulated (Resolution 2026-02-01, carried)
- Moved into Committee of the Whole (Resolution 2026-02-02, carried)
- Confirmed Committee actions by rising as Council (Resolution 2026-02-03, carried)
- Increased road reserve levy by 0.3% to a 2.98% total levy
- Reduced Council Conventions & Training budget from $25,850 to $20,000
- Allocated $25,000 for Christmas lights from reserves instead of taxation
- Directed staff to review alternative costing options for $10,000 hot‑water tanks at Desboro Arena
- Removed building department deficit from taxation, to be covered by fees and charges
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026
6 :30 P . m . - 9 :30 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
3.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
4.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
5.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Resolution
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
5.1
Budget Meeting #4
1. Admin Capital Greensheets.pdf
2. 01. Admin Capital - 12112025.pdf
3. 02. Fire Capital - 12112025.pdf
4. 03. Bridges Capital - 12112025.pdf
5. 04. Roads Capital - 26112025.pdf
6. 05. PW Equipment and Vehicles Capital - 12112025.pdf
7. 06. PW Facilities Capital - 12112025.pdf
8. 07. WDS Capital - 26112025.pdf
9. PW Capital Greensheets - Meeting 2.pdf
10. 08. Recreation Capital - 26112025.pdf
11. P and R Capital Project Sheet - Meeting 2.pdf
12. 09. Water System.pdf
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Special Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
Members Present: Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Staff Present: CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Tyler Zamostny
Fire Chief, Mike Givens
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Parks & Recreation Manager, Matt Tanner
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
There were no speaker requests for Open Forum.
3. APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution 2026-02-01
Moved by: Terry McKay
Seconded by: Peter Whitten
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
4. DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None
5. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Resolution 2026-02-02
Moved by: Elizabeth Thompson
Seconded by: Shawn Greig
THAT Council now go into Committee of the Whole.
Carried
5.1 Budget Meeting #4
Treasurer Desai reviewed the changes to the budget since Meeting #3 on
November 26, 2025. After the various changes made at the previous
meetings, the proposed levy increase is 2.68% and the blended rate
currently sits at 1.6%.
Treasurer Desai continued by providing a presentation to Council, and
throughout, Council was able to ask questions. Treasurer Desai provided
an overview of the Capit …
Wed Jan 7, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Council Meeting
Chatsworth Council to consider drainage rates and conservation authority budgets
Chatsworth Council will approve drainage rates, appoint a drainage inspector, and consider conservation authority budgets. The meeting also includes public meetings for several land-use applications and a delegation on automated speed enforcement.
- Approval of 2026 drainage rates and appointment of a drainage inspector
- Consideration of Grey Sauble Conservation Authority 2026 budget with a proposed levy of $62,146
- Consideration of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority 2026 budget with a proposed levy of $83,152
- Public meetings for consent applications B13/2025, B14/2025, and B15/2025
- Public meetings for zoning by-law amendments Z11/2025 and Z12/2025
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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 conservation authority budgets and drainage by-laws
Council approved the 2026 budgets for the Grey Sauble and Saugeen Valley Conservation Authorities, with levies of $62,146 and $83,152 respectively, and passed three by-laws related to tile drainage and gas tax collection. A request from Hillcrest Elementary School for a free arena rental was defeated, but a revised motion for a 50% rental fee reduction was approved. Consent applications for severing three residential lots were deferred to February 4, 2026, pending additional information on barn sizes and the MDS report.
- Approved Grey Sauble Conservation Authority 2026 budget with $62,146 levy (carried)
- Approved Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority 2026 budget with $83,152 levy (carried)
- Passed By-law 2026-01 imposing special annual drainage rates (carried)
- Passed By-law 2026-02 appointing a Drainage Inspector (carried)
- Passed By-law 2026-03 authorizing County of Bruce to collect gas tax funds (carried)
- Defeated free arena rental for Hillcrest Elementary archery tournament (2-3)
- Approved 50% rental fee reduction for Hillcrest Elementary archery tournament (5-0)
- Deferred consent applications B13/2025, B14/2025, B15/2025 to February 4, 2026 (carried)
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026
9 :30 A . m . - 12 :00 P . m .
Municipal Council Chambers
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
Interested persons are invited to speak to Council about any matter that appears on this Agenda. Please sign the registration form available from the Deputy Clerk or Clerk. Individuals may only speak for a total of three (3) minutes.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
1. 33 - November 26, 2025 (Special Meeting - Budget).pdf
2. 35 - December 17, 2025.pdf
Resolution
THAT the following minutes be confirmed as recorded:
November 26, 2025 - Special Council Meeting (Budget)
December 17, 2025 - Council Meeting
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
8.1
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Township of Chatsworth
Council Minutes
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 9:30 a.m.
Members Present:
Mayor, Scott Mackey
Deputy Mayor, Terry McKay
Councillor, Shawn Greig
Councillor, Elizabeth Thompson
Councillor, Peter Whitten
Staff Present:
CAO Clerk, Rachel Anstett
Deputy Clerk, Tyler Zamostny
Grey County Planner, Derek McMurdie
Operations Manager, Herb Lemon
Treasurer, Aakash Desai
_____________________________________________________________________
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Mackey called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
2.
OPENING CEREMONIES – O CANADA AND MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Mayor Mackey invited members of Council to join him in O Canada followed by a
moment of reflection before proceeding with the Council Meeting.
3.
OPEN FORUM (MAXIMUM FIFTEEN MINUTES)
There were no speaker requests for Open Forum.
4.
APPROVE OR AMEND AGENDA
Resolution 2026-01-01
Moved by: Shawn Greig
Seconded by: Terry McKay
THAT Township of Chatsworth Council adopt the Agenda as circulated.
Carried
5.
DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST - None
6.
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
Resolution 2026-01-02
Moved by: Peter Whitten
Seconded by: Terry McKay
THAT the following minutes be confirmed as recorded:
· November 26, 2025 - Special Council Meeting (Budget)
· December 17, 2025 - Council Meeting
Carried
7.
MATTERS ARISING FROM MINUTES - None
8.
PUBLIC MEETINGS (Statutory and Non-Statutory)
8.1
B13/2025, B14/2025, and B15/2025 - West ½ Lot 22, Concession 7
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