Chatsworth public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

Council will consider adopting the updated Asset Management Plan and receive the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library's 2025 draft budget, which proposes a levy of $189,026 for Chatsworth. Key decisions include the appointment of a building inspector via By-law 2024-60, approval of two communication tower installations, and contributions to Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit ($15,000) and the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority ($60,964.82). Staff reports on building activity, fire department activity, and insurance renewal will also be received.

• Adopt Asset Management Plan (Finance Report 2024-21)
• Introduce and give third reading to By-law 2024-60 appointing Andrew Cornfield as Building Inspector
• Support 2025 library budget with proposed levy of $189,026 for Chatsworth
• Approve concurrence for communication installations at 315640 Highway 6, Chatsworth and 595910 Concession 10, Berkeley by Xplore Inc.
• Support $15,000 contribution to Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART) and $60,964.82 levy for Grey Sauble Conservation Authority

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council will conduct its third budget meeting. The session includes a Committee of the Whole to review various capital and operational budget documents.

• Budget Meeting #3 involving administrative, fire, public works, and recreational capital reviews
• Review of Public Works capital for bridges, equipment, vehicles, roads, facilities, and water distribution systems

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council approved by-law 2024-57 to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers and by-law 2024-58 to authorize a Joint Fire Services Agreement with the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie. The Council also approved the purchase of a pavement edger for $18,000.

• By-law 2024-57: Appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers
• By-law 2024-58: Joint Fire Services Agreement with Arran-Elderslie
• Purchase of Pavement Edger: $18,000 from Operational Budget
• Confirmatory By-law 2024-59 for December 4, 2024 meeting
• Notice of 2025 Municipal Budget Meeting Schedule

Special Council Meeting

Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to review the 2025 budget. The discussion includes budget drivers, the operational budget, and various capital budget categories.

• Township of Chatsworth Budget 2025 presentation
• Review of Budget Drivers
• Operational Budget review
• Capital Budget reviews for Admin, Fire, Rec, and Public Works (Bridges, Equipment, Roads, Facilities, and WDS)

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Robson Road and to set the schedule for the 2025 municipal budget meetings. The agenda includes reports on the fire department and community hub site amenities, along with a delegation regarding a planning application.

• By-law 2024-55 to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61 for Part Lot 16, Concession 10 (Robson Road)
• Notice of meetings to consider and adopt the 2025 Municipal Budget
• Presentation by Safe Water Holland Centre regarding Planning Application Z03/2023
• CAO Clerk's Report 2024-60 on preliminary costing for Community Hub Site Amenities
• October 2024 Fire Department Activity Report

Special Council Meeting

The Chatsworth Township Council is holding a Special Council Meeting to discuss the 2025 budget. The main item is Budget Meeting #1, a round-table discussion covering operating and capital budgets across departments including Administration, Fire, Public Works, Recreation, and others. There will also be an open forum for public comment on agenda items.

• Budget Meeting #1 (Round Table Meeting) with 15 attached budget documents
• Open Forum for public comment on agenda items (max 15 minutes, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Procedural items: call to order, approve agenda, declarations of interest, committee of the whole

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council will consider several items, including a $594,210 debenture to fund a Toromont CAT grader, a land sale to Ian and Jean Henderson for $6,50000 plus costs, and a zoning by‑law amendment for Part Lot 16, Concession 10. The Council will also adopt by‑laws to reduce speed limits on Sideroad 1 and 10 and to enter a winter‑maintenance agreement with Integrated Maintenance and Operations Services Inc. Additionally, audited financial statements will be approved and a $10,459.31 surplus will be moved to the General Working Reserve.

• Approve $594,210 debenture for Toromont CAT grader purchase (Finance Report 2024-17)
• Approve sale of part of Lot 1, Concession 9 to Ian and Jean Henderson for $6,50000 plus legal fees and survey costs
• Approve zoning by‑law amendment application Z09/2024 for Part Lot 16, Concession 10 (Mark Thompson)
• Adopt By‑law 2024-43 to reduce speed limits on Sideroad 1 and 10
• Adopt By‑law 2024-53 for winter maintenance services agreement with Integrated Maintenance and Operations Services Inc.

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council approved reducing speed limits on two sideroads and passed two zoning by-law amendments. The body also authorized the purchase of land for a memorial cairn.

• Speed limit reduced to 50km/h on Sideroad 1
• Speed limit reduced to 60km/h on Sideroad 10
• By-law 2024-50 amends zoning for Part Lot 64, Concession 2
• By-law 2024-51 amends zoning for Part Lot 7, Concession 1
• Land purchase for memorial cairn for $2.00

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review a minor variance application for a property in the Geographic Township of Sullivan. The body will consider whether to allow a building height increase for a proposed storage structure.

• Minor Variance Application A06/2024: request to increase maximum accessory building height from 7.0 metres to 8.2 metres at 822514 Sideroad 1

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is reviewing three land-use applications and the 2023 draft financial statements. The body is also seeking direction on voting methods for the 2026 municipal election.

• Consent Application B11/2024 for Part Lot 16, Concession 10 (Mark Thompson)
• Zoning By-law Amendment Z07/2024 for Part Lot 64, Concession 2 NETSR (Eastdale Maples Inc.)
• Zoning By-law Amendment Z08/2024 for Part Lot 7, Concession 1 WGR (Ada Carmichael)
• Presentation of the 2023 Draft Financial Statement by BDO
• Deputy Clerk Report 2024-04 regarding alternate voting methods for the 2026 municipal election

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is reviewing several Community Improvement Plan grants for local businesses and discussing funding and design for the Community Hub. The meeting also includes updates on fire department equipment and road maintenance.

• Proposed grants for Desboro General Store ($10,000), Moore's Meats Butcher Shop ($4,602.50), Next Level Automotive ($3,500), and Matt Moore/Danielle Lundy ($10,000)
• Application for Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Grant for the Chatsworth Community Hub, including a proposed $74,439 transfer to reserves
• Approval of up to $35,000 for additional maintenance gravel from E.C. King Contracting
• Approval of a $1,200 Traffic Logic renewal package for automated speed limit signs
• Notice of a public meeting regarding the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law on October 30, 2024

Committee of Adjustment

The Chatsworth Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor‑variance applications. It will grant Wayne Christian a reduction of the minimum front‑yard requirement for a detached garage from 15 m to 11.5 m on Part Lots 90 and 91, Highway 10, with conditions on building size, tree planting and a Ministry of Transportation permit. It will also grant Drew MacKinnon an increase in maximum accessory‑building height from 5 m to 7 m on Part Lots 8 and 9, Sideroad 1, subject to floor‑area limits and a Grey Sauble Conservation Authority permit.

• Minor variance A02/2024: front‑yard setback reduced to 11.5 m for garage at 775415 Highway 10; max floor area 93 m²; tree‑planting condition.
• Minor variance A03/2024: accessory‑building height increased to 7 m for storage building at 822514 Sideroad 1; max floor area 300 m²; requires Grey Sauble Conservation Authority permit.

Council Meeting

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council will adopt the agenda, confirm minutes from previous meetings, and move into a Committee of Whole. During the Committee they will introduce and read By‑law 2024‑41, which authorizes the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Mutual Drain Agreement with Erica Leigh McConachie, Elizabeth Anna McConachie and Paul Gordon Long. They will also consider referrals of three public meetings (Z03, Z06, B08) and receive reports on consent applications and zoning by‑law amendments.

• By‑law 2024‑41 to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Mutual Drain Agreement with Erica Leigh McConachie, Elizabeth Anna McConachie and Paul Gordon Long
• Resolutions referring public meetings Z03/2023, Z06/2024, and B08/2024 to the Committee of Whole for consideration
• Committee recommendation to approve Consent Application B08/2024 with conditions, including a zoning by‑law amendment to reduce minimum lot area and frontage in the ‘A1’ zone
• Planning Report 2024‑21 recommending staff prepare a formal recommendation on the Z03 2023 zoning by‑law amendment for Part Lots 29 and 30
• Review of July 2024 financial registers: Cheque Register, EFT Register, and Pre‑authorized Withdrawals Register

Committee of Adjustment

The Chatsworth Committee of Adjustment is set to decide on a minor variance request for a property at 106 Eagle Point Drive. The application seeks to increase the maximum height of an accessory building in an R3 zone from 5.0 metres to 5.75 metres. The committee will also approve the minutes from its December 6, 2023 meeting.

• Minor variance A01/2024 for 106 Eagle Point Drive to increase accessory building height from 5.0m to 5.75m
• Conditions include a maximum floor area of 54 square metres and a required Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority permit
• Approval of the December 6, 2023 Committee of Adjustment minutes

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land use applications including a consent application for Part Lot 30 on Concession 9 and a zoning amendment for Part Lots 23 and 24 on Concession 11. Additionally, the body is considering a development agreement with Tyler McCracken and Rebecca Hunter and a surface treatment contract.

• Development Agreement between the Township and Tyler McCracken & Rebecca Hunter
• Consent Application B06/2024 for Part Lot 30, Concession 9 (Ken Fritsch and Lana Girodat)
• Zoning By-law Amendment Z02/2024 for Part Lots 23 and 24, Concession 11 (Leroy and Irene Martin)
• Surface Treatment Program tender bid from Miller Paving for $490,815.90
• Property tax write-off of approximately $1,827.13

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is holding a special meeting to review Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 5. Council will discuss mapping and site-specific listings as part of this zoning update. The agenda also lists standard procedural steps, including an open forum and committee proceedings.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 5
• Discussion on mapping and site-specific listings
• Open forum for resident comments (15 minutes)
• Committee of the Whole proceedings
• Approval of the meeting agenda

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several zoning by-law amendments for properties in the Township of Sullivan. Additionally, they are considering a recommendation to cease ice operations at the Desboro Community Centre and remove refrigeration equipment.

• Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-34 (Audrey Neerhof) for 782398 Sideroad 3
• Zoning By-law Amendment 2024-35 (Harvey Stutzman) for 621390 Sideroad 7
• Proposal to cease ice operations and remove refrigeration equipment at Desboro Community Centre
• Mutual Drain Agreement for Kuhl-Pringle Drain involving a $5,000.00 maximum allocation
• Presentation by Chatsworth Bognor Soccer regarding field upgrades

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several zoning by-law amendments for properties in the Township of Sullivan. Additionally, the Committee of the Whole is considering a $1,073,622.62 tender for various road construction projects.

• Zoning amendment Z03/2024 - Part Lot 1, Concession 4 (Audrey Neerhof)
• Zoning amendment Z05/2024 - Part Lot 22, Concession 11 (Harvey Stutzman)
• Road construction projects tender: $1,073,622.62 to Harold Sutherland Construction Ltd.
• Winter sand supply tender: $104,500.00 to Walker Aggregates
• Baseball diamond dugout replacement: $4,500.00 quote from Ken Klages

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council will meet for a Committee of the Whole session. The discussion focuses on the fourth meeting regarding a comprehensive zoning by-law review.

• Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review - Meeting No. 4
• Discussion on Short Term Accommodations

Council Meeting

The Council will review a proposal for the McCullough Lake Boat Launch replacement and consider By-law 2024-28 regarding zoning amendments. Additional discussions include a pavilion plan from the Chatsworth Agricultural Society and road allowance transfers.

• McCullough Lake Boat Launch replacement quotes: Paul Berberich Landscaping ($11,975.00) and Stubbe’s Precast ($4,944.00)
• By-law 2024-28 to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61
• Chatsworth Agricultural Society presentation on the proposed Pavilion at the Community Hub site
• Transfer of original Road allowance - Holland-Sydenham Townline

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land consent applications for properties in the Township of Sullivan. Additionally, a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers will be introduced for consideration.

• Consent application B03/2024 (Audrey Neerhof) involving an $850.00 administrative fee
• Consent applications B04/2024 and B05/2024 (Estate of David Thomson and Karen Thomson)
• Zoning by-law amendment Z04/2024 (Toby and Katie Yoder, Cory Schwindt and Heather Hanbidge)
• By-law 2024-26 to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers

Special Council Meeting

The Chatsworth Council is reviewing the third meeting of the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review. The agenda includes a presentation and a review of the draft zoning by-law. Future meetings regarding this review are scheduled for May 22 and June 26, 2024.

• Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review presentation (Meeting No. 3)
• Review of Draft Zoning By-law
• Notice of upcoming zoning meetings on May 22 and June 26, 2024

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several staff reports including a new remuneration schedule for the Fire Department. Discussions also cover infrastructure matters such as Douglas Street extension requirements and bridge ownership between Chatsworth and Meaford.

• By-law 2024-24: Adoption of a Remuneration Schedule for Township of Chatsworth Fire Department
• Roadside Mowing tender: Recommendation to accept Yard Boys bid for $25,650.00 (exclusive of HST)
• Douglas Street extension: Requirement for applicant to extend road along the entire frontage of the new lot
• Structures 021 and 022: Decision regarding support for Environmental Assessment and financial contributions
• Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Joint Board: Appointment of a Council member to the new board

Council Meeting

Council is reviewing the 2024 operating and capital budgets, which include a recommended 7.49% levy increase. The agenda also includes consideration of property consent applications for Part Lot 21, Concession 2. Additionally, staff requested direction regarding the replacement of the McCullough Lake boat launch.

• Proposed 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets with a recommended $513,376 levy increase
• Consent applications B01/2024 and B02/2024 for Part Lot 21, Concession 2
• $212,976.00 contract award to Da-Lee for dust suppressant
• Appointment of Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner via By-law 2024-21
• Request for direction on McCullough Lake Boat Launch Replacement

Special Council Meeting

The meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session for the third meeting regarding the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review. This session will feature a presentation on the draft zoning by-law.

• Presentation on Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council is reviewing zoning amendments and several municipal appointments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Community Hub site plan and tax relief for the Massie Community Centre.

• $628,909 plus HST contract awarded to Wellington Construction for Structure 4 Bridge Replacement
• By-law 2024-18 to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61 for Part Lot 23, Concession 7
• Appointment of Christopher Slocombe as Drainage Superintendent via By-law 2024-19
• Tax relief for Massie Community Centre for the 2023-2026 municipal tax portion
• Appointment of Principles Integrity as the Township's Integrity Commissioner

Chatsworth Police Services Board

The Board will review the Grey-Bruce O.P.P. Detachment Commander’s Year End Report for 2023. Discussion is also required to schedule future meeting dates for 2024.

• Grey-Bruce O.P.P. Detachment Commander’s Year End Report 2023
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Inc. Program Coordinator’s Report (Q4)
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Inc. TIPSTER Magazine Winter 2024
• Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Inc. 32nd Annual Golf Tournament

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several high-value equipment tenders for road maintenance. They are also considering a zoning by-law amendment for property on Concession 7 and authorizing a boundary road agreement with West Grey.

• Zoning By-law Amendment Z01/2024 for Part Lot 23, Concession 7
• Tender award for two International HX670 tandem plow trucks totaling $829,613.00
• Tender award for a Toromont Cat 140 grader replacement for $583,932.00
• By-law 2024-15 regarding a Boundary Road Agreement with the Municipality of West Grey
• By-law 2024-16 to appoint Patty Sinnamon as Acting Treasurer

Special Council Meeting

The Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to discuss alternative uses for the Desboro Recreation Centre, including a turf proposal. Additionally, the meeting includes a second discussion regarding a draft comprehensive zoning by-law review.

• Discussion on Desboro Recreation Centre alternative use and turf proposal
• Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review Meeting #2

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing a zoning amendment for Part Lot 25, Concession 5 and considering several infrastructure reports. Discussions include cemetery monument restoration, waste site security, and opposition to new wind turbine projects.

• Zoning By-law 2024-13 regarding Part Lot 25, Concession 5 (Sullivan)
• $20,000.00 quote for Chatsworth Cemetery Monument Restoration from JBNK Contracting
• $7,500.00 security fencing installation at Holland-Markdale WDS to be shared with Grey Highlands
• Resolution to not support the establishment of new wind turbine projects in the municipality
• Renewal of Boundary Road Agreement with the Municipality of West Grey for 5 years

Council Meeting

The Council is introducing by-laws for the 2024 operating and capital budgets, municipal fees, and a temporary borrowing bylaw. The agenda also includes reviews of zoning amendment and consent applications for various properties in Sullivan and Holland Townships. Additionally, the council will consider an agreement to participate in the Owen Sound hazardous waste program.

• Introduction of 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (By-law 2024-09)
• Zoning amendment application Z12/2023 for Part Lot 25, Concession 5
• Consent application B14/2023 involving an $850 administrative fee
• By-law 2024-08 regarding municipal fees and charges
• Agreement to participate in the Owen Sound HSP Waste Program

Special Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to review staff reports regarding the 2024 budget revision. The agenda also includes a draft of the 2024 Markdale Landfill shared budget. A closed session is scheduled to discuss administrative staffing.

• 2024 Budget Revision (CAO Clerk's Report 2024-03)
• Markdale Landfill Shared Budget - 2024 DRAFT
• Closed session regarding administrative staffing
• Confirmatory By-law 2024-07

Council Meeting

The meeting includes public presentations regarding the draft Fees & Charges By-law and the 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets. Council will also consider by-laws for an interim tax levy, council remuneration, and employee salary grids. Additionally, a representative will be appointed to the Grey Bruce Detachment Joint Board.

• By-law 2024-03: Interim Tax Levy for 2024
• Presentation of Draft Fees & Charges By-law
• Presentation of 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets
• By-law 2024-04: Council Remuneration and expense rates
• Appointment to the Grey Bruce Detachment Joint Board

Special Council Meeting

The Council will meet in a Committee of the Whole to review CAO Clerk’s Report 2024-01. This report concerns a comprehensive zoning by-law review and update. The item is presented for information.

• CAO Clerk's Report 2024-01 regarding Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review and Update

Special Council Meeting

This Special Council Meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session for Budget Meeting #7. The session involves reviewing operating budget details and related presentation materials.

• Budget Meeting #7
• Review of Operating Budget Detail Jan 8 2024

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing multiple planning applications for land consent in the Township of Sullivan. Additionally, staff presented a draft Fees and Charges By-law for future public discussion.

• Consent application B12/2023 (Elizabeth and Moses Stutzman) involving an $850 administrative fee
• Consent application B13/2023 (Lori and Bruce Godsmark) involving an $850 administrative fee
• Tile Drain Loan proposal for Paul Long of 237146 Concession #2A
• Approval of the 2023 BioGRID Budget
• Proposed public meeting for a draft Fees and Charges By-law