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

Council received the 2025 draft library budget and recommended supporting the $189,026 levy for Chatsworth. It also recommended supporting SMART's $15,000 budget request, with a notice of withdrawal if Chatsworth cannot set its own contribution. Council passed a resolution objecting to provincial subsidies for the aggregate industry and supporting TAPMO's call for reform. The asset management plan update was deferred to January 15, 2025.

• Supported 2025 library budget with $189,026 levy (recommended)
• Supported SMART $15,000 budget request with withdrawal notice if contribution not self-determined
• Adopted resolution opposing aggregate industry subsidies and supporting TAPMO reforms
• Deferred asset management plan update to January 15, 2025
• Approved By-law 2024-60 appointing a Building Inspector (third reading)
• Approved By-law 2024-61 confirming council actions
• Directed staff to report on road expansion for potential industrial development
• Directed staff to study Desboro Arena feasibility for indoor turf facility

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 made several budget adjustments, including removing capital items from the Fire and Recreation departments and deferring a fire truck replacement to 2030. The tax levy remains at 6.84%, which would increase taxes by $169 for an average home, pending a possible $5,000 increase from Grey Sauble Conservation Authority. Council also agreed to prepare a letter of withdrawal from the SMART transit pilot program if it does not continue.

• Adopted agenda with added SMART budget discussion (carried)
• Moved fire truck replacement from 2026 to 2030 (carried)
• Kept truck 405 with Fire Department (carried)
• Removed $150,000 elevator project from Keady Arena budget (carried)
• Removed $5,000 water service and $8,000 UV unit for Holland Centre Ball Diamond (carried)
• Removed $18,000 heaters, $35,000 lights, $1,000 LED swap from Desboro BCA (carried)
• Removed $20,000 plow and harness from F250 project (carried)
• Removed $17,000 heaters from Williamsford CC Capital (carried)

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

Council passed by-laws appointing municipal law enforcement officers and authorizing a joint fire services agreement with Arran-Elderslie. It also approved transferring reserve funds to an investment account, purchasing a pavement edger for $18,000, and directing staff to report on surplus land. Staff noted an estimated $186,000 provincial grant for OPP costs in 2025.

• Approved By-law 2024-57 appointing municipal law enforcement officers
• Approved By-law 2024-58 authorizing joint fire services agreement with Arran-Elderslie
• Approved transfer of reserve funds to ONE Investment HISA account
• Approved $18,000 purchase of pavement edger from Operational Budget
• Directed staff to report on surplus municipal land and revenue-generating properties
• Approved letter of concurrence for communication installation at 716706 West Back Line
• Confirmed minutes of four previous meetings

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 held its second budget meeting, reviewing changes since November 13. A formula error increased the projected levy from 6.45% to 10.91%, though this may change as capital budget discussions continue. Council approved the agenda and went into Committee of the Whole, where they reviewed capital projects and made adjustments, including using OCIF funds for bridge repairs and reallocating Sideroad 6 funds to Concession 3A. No final budget was adopted.

• Adopted agenda as circulated (carried)
• Moved into Committee of the Whole (carried)
• Approved using $43,305 from OCIF for bridge rehabilitation, removing tax-funded amount
• Removed Sideroad 6 project, reallocating funds to Concession 3A
• Left Strathaven Road project in budget for now, may be removed later
• Noted backhoe replacement includes trade-in value

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

Council gave third reading to By-law 2024-55, amending the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for a property at 624046 Robson Road (Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Geographic Township of Holland). The by-law was introduced, considered in Committee of the Whole, and passed. Councillor Thompson declared a conflict of interest and did not participate in the vote.

• Adopted meeting agenda (carried)
• Confirmed minutes of November 6, 2024 meetings (carried)
• Introduced By-law 2024-55 for first and second reading (carried)
• Received delegation from Safe Water Holland Centre for information (carried)
• Received Fire Chief Report 2024-10 for information (carried)
• Received CAO Clerk's Report 2024-60 on Community Hub costing (carried)
• Received CAO Clerk's Report 2024-53 on CIP program review (carried)
• Gave third reading to By-law 2024-55 (carried)

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 held the first 2025 budget meeting, receiving a presentation from Treasurer Desai outlining a proposed 6.45% levy increase (potential 5% tax rate increase) and a new ten-year capital budget approach. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with Council encouraged to review budgets and return with questions.

• Adopted meeting agenda (Resolution 2024-30-01)
• Moved into Committee of the Whole (Resolution 2024-30-02)
• Rose from Committee of the Whole to report (Resolution 2024-30-03)

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 authorized a debenture to fund a new grader and approved a land sale to Ian and Jean Henderson for $6,500. The board also passed by-laws to reduce speed limits on Sideroad 1 and 10 Sideroad and to secure winter maintenance services.

• Approved $594,210 debenture for Toromont CAT Grader purchase (Carried)
• Approved sale of land to Ian and Jean Henderson for $6,500 plus fees (Carried)
• Approved Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application Z09/2024 for Mark Thompson (Carried)
• Passed By-law 2024-43 to reduce speed limits on Sideroad 1 and 10 Sideroad (Carried)
• Passed By-law 2024-53 for Winter Maintenance Services Agreement with Integrated Maintenance and Operations Services Inc. (Carried)
• Approved 2025 Grey Sauble Conservation Authority levy of $55,470.50 (Carried)
• Approved moving $10,459.31 surplus to General Working Reserve (Carried)
• Supported Municipality of Callander resolution to resume assessment cycle (Carried)

Special Council Meeting

Council will meet in the Committee of the Whole to conduct a public meeting regarding the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law. The session includes a presentation and a review of version 6 of the by-law, including mapping and land exceptions.

• Public meeting on Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law - Version 6
• Review of Section 28 (Land Exceptions) and zoning mapping
• Review of comments from MTO, Bell Canada, SVCA, GSCA, and the County
• Review of resident comments from Adam Lennie
• Review of a petition from Harry Skura regarding backyard chickens

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 approved the purchase of a MaxiMetal Paragon Pumper truck for $715,580 plus HST from Commercial Emergency Equipment Co., with an upset limit of $44,420 for additional equipment. The Township's share is approximately $228,000 under the shared agreement. Council also approved several planning applications, including a consent application and two zoning by-law amendments, and directed staff to use Vote by Mail for the 2026 municipal election.

• Approved $715,580 pumper truck purchase (plus HST) with $44,420 upset limit
• Approved consent application B11/2024 (Mark Thompson) with conditions
• Approved zoning by-law amendment Z07/2024 (Eastdale Maples Inc.)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment Z08/2024 (Ada Carmichael)
• Directed staff to use Vote by Mail for 2026 municipal election
• Approved $651,575.53 debenture for Concession 4 capital project
• Disbanded Berkeley Playground Committee effective immediately
• Approved property tax write-offs totaling approximately $474.44

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment for the Township of Chatsworth met on October 2, 2024, to decide on two minor variance applications. Both variances were approved, allowing reduced side-yard setbacks for new detached dwellings and accessory buildings on single-family lots in the Geographic Township of Holland.

• Granted variance A04/2024 for Part Lot 60, Concession 1: reduced minimum side yard from 3.0m to 2.13m (south) and 0.92m (north) for detached dwelling; garage side yard reduced from 1.5m to 0.91m (north)
• Granted variance A05/2024 for Part Lot 13, Concession 1: reduced minimum gross floor area for one-storey detached dwelling from 105 sq m to 68 sq m
• Both variances require compliance with all other zoning bylaw provisions and a Building and Land Use Permit from the Ministry of Transportation

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. The first allows reduced side-yard setbacks for a new dwelling and garage on Part Lot 60, Concession 1, Holland Township, with conditions including an Ontario Land Surveyor confirming the northerly boundary. The second allows a reduced minimum gross floor area for a one-storey detached dwelling on Part Lot 13, Concession 1, Holland Township. Both approvals were carried unanimously.

• Approved minor variance A04/2024 to reduce side-yard setbacks for a dwelling and garage on Part Lot 60, Concession 1, Holland Township, with conditions (carried)
• Approved minor variance A05/2024 to reduce minimum gross floor area from 105 sq m to 68 sq m for a dwelling on Part Lot 13, Concession 1, Holland Township (carried)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2024 meeting (carried)

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

Council authorized staff to apply for up to $12 million in funding for the Chatsworth Community Hub project under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Grant. Additionally, Council approved several Community Improvement Plan grants for local businesses and authorized the purchase of $35,000 in maintenance gravel.

• Approved $12M grant application for Community Hub (3-1)
• Approved $35,000 for additional maintenance gravel
• Approved $1,200 for 3-year traffic sign renewal
• Approved $5,000 facade and $5,000 leasehold grant for Desboro General Store
• Approved $3,500 landscaping grant for Next Level Automotive
• Approved $4,602.50 facade grant for Moore's Meats
• Approved $5,000 facade and $5,000 leasehold grant for Matt Moore/Danielle Lundy
• Directed staff to report on dog/kennel fees and animal control by-law

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is meeting to discuss zoning amendments, a new treasurer appointment, and infrastructure reports. The body is reviewing a preferred landscape concept for the Chatsworth Community Hub and a service animal by-law exemption.

• Proposed $64,860 contract with S.C.S. Refrigeration for a Keady Community Centre dehumidifier
• By-law 2024-46 to appoint Aakash Desai as Treasurer
• Zoning By-law amendments for 561659 Grey Road 25 and 601361 Sideroad 8
• Consent applications B09/2024 and B10/2024 for Eastdale Maples Inc.
• Request for exemption to Animal Control By-law for service animals in Williamsford

Council approved a motion to apply for a $10 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund grant for the Community Hub building (stage one, excluding ice surface), with $5 million from the fund and $5 million from the Township. Two consent applications for severing farm lots in Holland Township were approved with conditions. Council also approved a $78,753 contract for a dehumidifier at the Keady Community Centre after rejecting a lower bid, and supported several joint waste site resolutions with Grey Highlands.

• Approved CSRIF grant application for $10M Community Hub (5M fund/5M Township) (carried)
• Approved consent applications B09/2024 and B10/2024 for severing two farm lots (carried)
• Approved $78,753 dehumidifier contract with Cimco Refrigeration (carried)
• Defeated $64,860 dehumidifier quote from S.C.S. Refrigeration (defeated)
• Approved service animal exemption allowing up to 4 dogs at Williamsford property (carried)
• Supported $50,000 reserve contribution for future waste shredder purchase (carried)
• Supported $61,000 tarp system purchase for Holland-Markdale waste site (carried)
• Approved appointment of Cathie Mustard to Community Hub Fundraising Committee (carried)

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.

The Committee of Adjustment approved two minor variance applications. One allows a reduced front yard setback for an already-built garage, and the other permits a taller accessory storage building. Both approvals include specific conditions.

• Approved minor variance A02/2024 to reduce front yard setback from 15m to 11.5m for garage at 775415 Highway 10 (carried)
• Approved minor variance A03/2024 to increase accessory building height from 5.0m to 7.0m for storage building at 822514 Sideroad 1 (carried)

Council Meeting

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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

Council approved a consent application to sever a 0.489 hectare lot with an existing dwelling and merge the retained parcel with an adjacent commercial property, subject to conditions including a zoning by-law amendment and tax payment. Council also recommended approval of two zoning by-law amendments (Z06/2024 and Z02/2024) and directed staff to prepare the necessary by-laws. A mutual drain agreement by-law was given third reading and passed. Several parks and recreation items were approved, including a Zamboni ice resurfacer purchase and surplus equipment designations.

• Approved consent application B08/2024 with conditions (Carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment Z06/2024 (Carried)
• Recommended approval of zoning amendment Z02/2024 (Carried)
• Approved $300,819.95 for additional surface treatment projects (Carried)
• Approved $115,480 Zamboni ice resurfacer purchase (Carried)
• Approved surplus of ice making equipment at Desboro Community Centre (Carried)
• Approved surplus of Olympia ST95 ice resurfacer (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2024-41 for mutual drain agreement (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Township of Chatsworth Council is discussing the licensing and regulation of short-term rental accommodations. Council is directing staff to hold a public meeting to gather resident feedback on a draft by-law. The meeting also includes reviews of community hub landscaping and local infrastructure concerns.

• Direction to hold a public meeting for a draft short-term rental licensing by-law
• Approval of $3,395.95 (exclusive of H.S.T.) for Transform Tree Service for cemetery tree work
• Preliminary concept review for Chatsworth Community Hub Landscape by SHIFT Landscape Architecture
• Public meeting for Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law scheduled for October 30, 2024
• Delegation from Cecil Mills regarding Sideroad 1 concerns

Council approved a $3,395.95 contract for cemetery tree services and directed staff to hold a public meeting on short-term rental licensing. The board denied a $250 donation for an LED arm bands campaign and decided against installing permanent washrooms at Scone Hall and the Holland Centre Ball Diamond.

• Approved $3,395.95 contract for Transform Tree Service (Carried)
• Denied $250 donation for LED arm bands campaign (Defeated)
• Directed staff to report on potential speed limit reduction for Sideroad 1 (Carried)
• Decided not to proceed with permanent washrooms at Holland Centre Ball Diamond or Scone Hall (Carried)
• Directed staff to hold a public meeting on short-term rental licensing (Carried)
• Authorized staff to obtain pricing for road work on Concession 3B and Veterans Road (Carried)

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

Council accepted a bid from Miller Paving for road surface treatments and approved a consent application for a residential lot severance. They also authorized funding agreements with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and a development agreement for Rebecca Hunter and Tyler McCracken.

• Approved $490,815.50 contract to Miller Paving for surface treatment on Concession 5B, Sideroad 3, and Concession 2
• Approved Consent Application B06/2024 for a 2.02 hectare residential lot severance (subject to 8 conditions)
• Approved write-off of property taxes totaling approximately $1,827.13 for 2024
• Passed By-law 2024-37 for a Municipal Funding Agreement with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario
• Passed By-law 2024-38 for a Development Agreement with Tyler McCracken and Rebecca Hunter
• Requested formal planning report for Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z02/2024 (Leroy and Irene Martin)

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

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance A01/2024, allowing an accessory storage building at 106 Eagle Point Drive to be 5.75 metres tall instead of the 5.0 metres permitted in the R3 zone. A first resolution with a 54-square-metre floor area limit was defeated; the approved version sets a 60-square-metre ground floor area and adds a condition stating the committee considered Saugeen Ojibway Nation comments and decided no archaeological assessment was needed. The committee also approved its December 6, 2023 minutes.

• Approved Minor Variance A01/2024 for a 5.75 m accessory building height at 106 Eagle Point Drive (carried)
• Defeated earlier resolution with 54 sq m floor area limit and no SON-related condition
• Approved conditions: 60 sq m ground floor area, all other zoning provisions met, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority development permit required
• Added condition stating SON comments were considered and no archaeological assessment required
• Approved December 6, 2023 minutes (COA Resolution 2024-01-01, carried)

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 reviewed a draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law and proposed several revisions to sections regarding storage containers, dwelling units, and the definition of a restaurant. Council directed staff to notify the public of a meeting to review the draft by-law before its adoption.

• Scheduled public meeting for proposed zoning by-law for October 30, 2024 (Carried)
• Adopted agenda including closed sessions for labour relations and litigation (Carried)
• Entered closed session to discuss Treasurer and Operations Manager recruitment and Ministry of Labour update (Carried)

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 approved $10,000 in total grants for the Chatsworth Bognor Youth Soccer Club and voted to cease ice operations at the Desboro Community Centre. Additionally, Council passed two zoning by-law amendments and agreed to support a resolution regarding ridesharing services. Staff were also directed to prepare reports on electronic signs and the operation of township ball diamonds.

• Approved $10,000 grant for Chatsworth Bognor Youth Soccer Club (2024-2025)
• Approved zoning amendments for 782398 Sideroad 3 and 621390 Sideroad 7
• Voted to cease ice operations at Desboro Community Centre (4-0)
• Approved $4,000 for Kuhl-Pringle Drain connection costs
• Supported Town of The Blue Mountains resolution on ridesharing
• Scheduled public meeting for Zoning By-law on Oct 30, 2024
• Directed staff to report on electronic signs and ball diamond operations

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

Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including road work and winter sand supply. They also passed by-laws for 2024 tax rates and library services, and approved a $2,575 CIP grant for the Key Motel.

• Approved $907,569.25 road construction contract with Harold Sutherland Construction Ltd.
• Approved $104,500.00 winter sand tender for Walker Aggregates
• Approved $2,575.00 CIP Grant for 257283 Ontario Inc. (Key Motel)
• Approved $5,220.00 electrical repairs for Desboro ball diamond
• Approved $4,500.00 for Chatsworth baseball diamond dugout replacements
• Approved 2024 local municipal tax rates (By-law 2024-31)
• Approved 2024 library services agreement with Grey Highlands Public Library Board
• Supported resolution against phasing out free private well water testing

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 met in Committee of the Whole to review the Comprehensive Zoning By-law. Members proposed specific definitions and permitted zones for short-term accommodations and discussed regulations for migrant workers and backyard chickens.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (Carried)
• Proposed defining short-term accommodations as rentals lasting 28 days or less
• Proposed requiring licenses for all short-term accommodations regardless of season length
• Proposed permitting short-term accommodations and B&Bs in Rural, Urban Residential, Lake Residential, Multiple Residential, General Commercial, Rural Commercial, and Local Commercial zones
• Proposed prohibiting short-term accommodations and B&Bs in Industrial, Institutional, Mobile Home Park, Tent and Trailer Campground, Open Space, Environmental Protection, and Wetlands Protection zones
• Expressed lack of support for backyard chickens in urban areas

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 approved quotes from Paul Berberich Landscaping ($11,975.00) and Stubbe's Precast ($4,944.00), both exclusive of H.S.T., for the McCullough Lake Boat Launch Replacement, with a $20,000.00 contingency upset limit allocated to Parks and Recreation Reserves. Council also gave final approval to By-law 2024-28, a zoning amendment for properties at 235733 and 235773 Concession 2B (File #Z04/2024), and accepted the proposed Chatsworth Agricultural Society pavilion design for inclusion in the Community Hub draft site plan for future approval. Council directed staff to proceed with option #2 in the Keady Community Centre canteen report and to bring back a report on the Township's bag tag policy and vendor agreement.

• Approved quote from Paul Berberich Landscaping for $11,975.00 exclusive of H.S.T. for McCullough Lake Boat Launch Replacement
• Approved quote from Stubbe's Precast for $4,944.00 exclusive of H.S.T. for McCullough Lake Boat Launch Replacement
• Allocated a $20,000.00 upset limit contingency to Parks and Recreation Reserves for the boat launch
• Passed By-law 2024-28 amending the Comprehensive Zoning By-law for 235733 and 235773 Concession 2B, File #Z04/2024 (first, second and third reading)
• Accepted the Chatsworth Agricultural Society's proposed pavilion design for inclusion in the Community Hub draft site plan, subject to future Council approval
• Directed staff to proceed with option #2 in the Keady Community Centre canteen report to develop a lease, fee structure, insurance requirements and winter operational hours
• Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute documentation for conveyances regarding the Deviation Road on the Holland-Sydenham Townline
• Directed staff to bring a future report on the Township's bag tag policy and vendor agreement

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

Council approved three land consent applications and one zoning by-law amendment. They also passed by-laws to appoint law enforcement officers and establish a remuneration schedule for the fire department.

• Approved Consent Application B03/2024 (Audrey Neerhof)
• Approved Consent Applications B04/2024 and B05/2024 (Estate of David Thomson and Karen Thomson)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z04/2024 (Yoder, Schwindt and Hanbidge)
• Approved $50,000 tile drain loan for Andrew Kuhl pending OMAFRA approval
• Accepted E.C.King quote of $21.35 per tonne for crusher run limestone
• Approved year-round portable washroom at Chatsworth Community Hub site
• Passed By-law 2024-24 adopting Fire Department Remuneration Schedule
• Passed By-law 2024-26 appointing 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 reviewed the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law and proposed several revisions regarding measurements, accessory dwelling units, and shipping containers. Council also agreed that short-term accommodations will be permitted in certain zones, though specific zones require further discussion.

• Proposed requiring both metric and imperial measurements in the by-law
• Proposed increasing accessory dwelling unit distance to 75 metres in section 7.3(d)
• Proposed limiting shipping containers to one for lots 2-5 acres and two for lots over 5 acres
• Agreed that short-term accommodations will be permitted in certain zones
• Confirmed all actions taken in Committee of the Whole (Carried)
• Authorized staff to implement recommendations from staff reports (Carried)

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 accepted tenders for roadside mowing and landscape architectural services. The board also supported the appointment of community members to the Grey Bruce Detachment Joint Board and endorsed resolutions from Brantford, Owen Sound, and Cobourg.

• Approved $29,700 roadside mowing contract with D. & R.Ag services
• Approved $33,150 landscape design contract with SHIFT Landscape Architecture Co. Inc.
• Supported 4 community appointments to the Grey Bruce Detachment Joint Board
• Decided not to make financial contributions to replace Structures 021 and 022 (4-1)
• Denied bid for sidewalk maintainer; staff directed to find other options
• Supported City of Brantford resolution on Home Heating Sustainability
• Supported City of Owen Sound resolution on Fire Apparatus life span
• Supported Town of Cobourg resolution on Blue Box Regulation

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

Chatsworth Council adopted the 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets, resulting in a 7.49% levy increase. The council also approved contracts for dust suppressant and maintenance gravel, directed tenders for four road construction projects, and approved two land consent applications for a property in Sullivan Township.

• Adopted 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (By-law 2024-22)
• Approved levy increase of $513,376 (7.49%)
• Approved consent applications B01/2024 and B02/2024 for Part Lot 21, Concession 2
• Accepted dust suppressant bid from Da-Lee for $212,976.00
• Accepted maintenance gravel tender from E. C. King for $345,000
• Directed staff to proceed with tenders for 4 road construction projects
• Approved recruitment proposal from Ward & Uptigrove for $25,000
• Deferred decision on Kuhl/Pringle Drain maintenance to next meeting

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

Council approved a contract for the Structure 4 Bridge Replacement and appointed Principles Integrity as the Township's Integrity Commissioner. The board also supported a phased build approach for the Community Hub and provided tax relief for the Massie Community Centre.

• Approved $628,909 bridge replacement contract with Wellington Construction (3-0)
• Appointed Principles Integrity as Integrity Commissioner
• Approved tax relief for Massie Community Centre for 2023-2026 municipal tax portion
• Approved phased build approach for Community Hub (3-0)
• Supported Chatsworth Agricultural Society grant application for Community Hub pavilion
• Approved relocating Keady Community Centre library kiosk to front vestibule April 1 to October 1
• Passed By-law 2024-19 appointing Christopher Slocombe as Drainage Superintendent
• Passed By-law 2024-18 amending Zoning By-law No. 2015-61

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

With the Mayor and Deputy Mayor absent, Councillor Elizabeth Thompson was appointed Mayor Pro-Tem and chaired the meeting. Council awarded a tender for two tandem plow trucks at a combined cost of $829,613, funded through long-term debt, and accepted a tender for a grader at a total cost of $583,932 excluding HST. Council also approved a zoning by-law amendment application for Elizabeth and Moses Stutzman at Part Lot 23, Concession 7, and gave final approval to two by-laws: a Boundary Road Agreement with West Grey and the appointment of Patty Sinnamon as acting Treasurer. A report on amendments to the 2024 budget was deferred to the next meeting.

• Appointed Councillor Elizabeth Thompson as Mayor Pro-Tem (carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment for Elizabeth and Moses Stutzman, Part Lot 23, Concession 7 (carried)
• Awarded tender for two tandem plow trucks at $419,275.50 and $410,337.50, funded through long-term debt (3-0 recorded vote)
• Accepted grader tender from Toromont Cat at total cost of $583,932 excluding HST (3-0 recorded vote)
• Deferred CAO Clerk's Report 2024-08 on 2024 budget amendments to next meeting
• Received Council Remuneration Report for period ending December 31, 2023 (carried)
• Gave third reading to By-law 2024-15 (Boundary Road Agreement with West Grey) and By-law 2024-16 (appointing Patty Sinnamon as acting Treasurer) (carried)
• Received Township of Amaranth resolution on Social and Economic Prosperity Review for information (carried)

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 recommended that staff apply for an Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant to install heating units in the Desboro and Williamsford Community Centres. The meeting also included a review of the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law with several proposed revisions to definitions and zoning sections.

• Recommended applying for $100,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant for heating units in Desboro and Williamsford Community Centres (Carried)
• Proposal to apply for $75,000 grant for heating in Keady, Desboro and Williamsford Community Centres (Lost)

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 formally opposed the establishment of new wind turbine projects within the municipality. Other key actions included approving a zoning by-law amendment and authorizing a $20,000 cemetery monument restoration project.

• Declared Township an unwilling host for wind turbine projects (4-0)
• Approved By-law 2024-13 to amend Zoning By-law No. 2015-61
• Approved $20,000 plus HST for Chatsworth Cemetery monument restorations
• Directed staff to apply for Ontario Trillium Foundation grant for Desboro Community Centre (4-0)
• Approved $3,750 share for security fencing at Holland-Markdale WDS
• Denied request for Williamsford Community Centre to submit Ontario Trillium Foundation grant (1-3)
• Recommended 5-year renewal of Boundary Road Agreement with West Grey
• Supported resolutions from Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus and Municipality of Powassan

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

Chatsworth Council adopted the 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets and approved three land planning applications, including a zoning amendment and two consent applications for lot severances. The council also directed staff to move a 2022 surplus of $162,878 to the General Reserve and authorized temporary borrowing for 2024 expenditures.

• Adopted 2024 Operating and Capital Budgets (By-law 2024-09)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z12/2023 for Part Lot 25, Concession 5
• Approved Consent Application B14/2023 for severance of 39.54 hectare lot
• Approved Consent Applications B15 & B16/2023 for severance of two lots
• Directed $162,878 2022 surplus to General Reserve
• Authorized temporary borrowing for 2024 expenditures (By-law 2024-11)
• Supported South Bruce resolution on conservation authority fees
• Directed staff to support natural gas expansion in rural Ontario

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 amended the 2024 operating budget to increase the contribution for the joint Holland/Markdale landfill site. The council also approved waiving the rental fee for a high school archery tournament in April.

• Increased 2024 Holland/Markdale landfill site contribution from $25,000.00 to $50,853.00 (Carried)
• Allocated $25,853.00 to landfill reserves (Carried)
• Waived rental fee for the Southwest Regional Provincial Archery Tournament on April 11th (Carried)

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

Council approved a draft Fees & Charges By-law and directed staff to bring forward a by-law to adopt the 2024 Operating and Capital Budget. The proposed budget includes a 7.53% levy increase over 2023. Council also passed by-laws regarding interim tax levies and remuneration.

• Approved Draft Fees & Charges By-law for final approval
• Directed staff to bring forward by-law to adopt 2024 Operating and Capital Budget
• Passed By-law 2024-03 for 2024 interim tax levy and 1.25% penalty/interest
• Passed By-law 2024-04 establishing Council remuneration and expense rates
• Passed By-law 2024-05 adopting 2024 employee remuneration
• Appointed Mayor Scott Mackey to the Grey Bruce Detachment Joint Board
• Supported Town of Aurora resolution regarding Community Safety and Inciteful Speech

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

Council received CAO Clerk Report 2024-01 and held the kickoff meeting for the 2024 Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review and Update. Staff presented on by-law contents, timelines, provincial legislation including Bill 23, and issues such as unclear definitions and mapping errors. Council reviewed part of the draft by-law, proposed amendments to definitions and Section 7.2 on additional residential units, and scheduled follow-up meetings on February 28, March 27, and April 24, 2024. No by-law was adopted; the amendments were proposed and staff updated the draft.

• Adopted the agenda as circulated (Carried)
• Received CAO Clerk Report 2024-01 on the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review and Update for information (Carried)
• Proposed adding 'as amended' after the by-law in Section 3.4
• Proposed definition changes for Modular Dwelling (CSA 277) and Mobile Home (CSA Z240 or Z241); staff to discuss 'agricultural product' definition with planner
• Discussed permitting two additional residential units on parcels over 3 acres
• Scheduled zoning review meetings for Feb 28, Mar 27, and Apr 24, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
• Committee of the Whole rose and reported (Carried)

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 reviewed the final operating and capital budget documents. It was decided to use quarry stone and dust suppressant for Sideroad 7 instead of hard surfacing. A public meeting is scheduled for January 17, with budget adoption intended for February 7.

• Decided Sideroad 7 will be treated with quarry stone and dust suppressant at an estimated cost of $30K
• Allocated remaining $358,500 for other road capital projects in reserves
• Established final levy increase of 7.65% for the Township's portion

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

Chatsworth Council held public meetings and approved two consent applications: one to expand an Amish cemetery by severing 340.2 square metres (B12/2023, Stutzman) and one to sever a 1.2 hectare vacant lot (B13/2023, Godsmark), both with conditions. Council also approved a Tile Drain Loan to Paul Long pending OMAFRA approval, approved the 2023 BioGrid budget as presented, and supported an Asphodel-Norwood resolution on rising municipal insurance costs. Council directed that a public meeting on the draft Fees and Charges By-law be held January 17, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved Consent B12/2023 (Stutzman) to sever 340.2 sq m for cemetery expansion, with conditions (Carried)
• Approved Consent B13/2023 (Godsmark) to sever a 1.2 hectare vacant lot, with conditions (Carried)
• Approved Tile Drain Loan to Paul Long of 237146 Concession #2A, pending OMAFRA approval (Carried)
• Approved the 2023 BioGrid Budget as presented (Carried)
• Supported Asphodel-Norwood resolution on rising municipal insurance costs (Carried)
• Directed a public meeting on the draft Fees and Charges By-law for January 17, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. (Carried)
• Received the redacted EFT Register (Nov 28 - Dec 20, 2023) for information (Carried)
• Confirmed minutes of the December 20, 2023 Council meeting (Carried)