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Chatsworth public meetings in 2025

39 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning change, building agreement, and conservation restructuring

Township of Chatsworth Council will consider three by-laws: a zoning amendment for Part Lots 69 and 70 in Holland, a shared building services agreement with West Grey, and an enforcement agreement with Grey Sauble Conservation Authority. Council will also hear presentations on the 2024 draft financial statements, Bill 68 conservation authority changes, and a community hub update. Staff reports include a fire department activity report, building service agreement amendment, tax write-off applications, a fees and charges by-law review, and a report on proposed conservation authority restructuring.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council considers zoning and consent applications for a Gordon property

The Township of Chatsworth Council will consider a consent application and a zoning by-law amendment for Part Lots 69 and 70, Concession 1, owned by Raymond Gordon. The committee also recommends delegating authority to appoint municipal law enforcement officers to the Clerk.

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✓ Decided: Council approved consent for land severance and related zoning changes

The council adopted the agenda and confirmed the November minutes. Two public meetings (B12/2025 and Z10/2025) were referred to the Committee of Whole. The Committee recommended and the council approved the Consent Application B12/2025 with conditions and the Zoning By‑law Amendment Z10/2025. The council also approved delegation of authority to appoint municipal law‑enforcement officers and directed staff to hand‑deliver a recycling notice to industrial, commercial and institutional properties.

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Wed Nov 26, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council holds third 2026 budget meeting

At this special meeting, Township of Chatsworth Council will hold the third budget meeting for 2026, reviewing capital and operating budgets across departments. The agenda includes open forum for public comment and procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $20,000 for Christmas lights in the 2026 budget

The council adopted the circulated agenda and entered a Committee of the Whole. It approved a $20,000 allocation for Christmas lights in Williamsford, Holland Centre, Walters Falls and Keady for the 2026 budget. The council also directed staff to prepare reports on upgrading the ball‑diamond lights and on the use of the Golden Mile Club.

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Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss industrial lands in closed session

This special council meeting will go into closed session to discuss a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of industrial lands, and related negotiations. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the remaining items are procedural.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a visioning exercise to explore municipal land options

The council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It approved a closed‑session to discuss a proposed land acquisition and related negotiation guidelines. It directed staff to hold a half‑day visioning exercise with the County of Grey economic development manager and Think Compass to examine municipal land options.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council to consider zoning changes and building fee increases

Chatsworth Council will consider two zoning by-law amendments for Sullivan Township properties and vote on a proposed 10% to 40% increase to all building fees. The meeting also includes a recommendation to support the 2026 budget for the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library.

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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning by-law amendment for Part Lot 18, Concession 4

The council adopted an agenda amendment removing a library budget presentation and introduced two zoning by‑law amendments for first and second reading. It approved a zoning by‑law amendment for Part Lot 18, Concession 4 and adopted a 30% increase to most building fees. The recommendation to support a $197,365 library levy was defeated, and the council accepted a memorial plaque, a tree donation, and a water‑system financial plan.

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Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council reviews 2026 budget and capital project plans

The Special Council will hold a Budget Meeting #2 to examine the Township of Chatsworth 2026 budget documents, including operational and capital budgets for multiple departments. The Council will also receive a report from the Committee of the Whole confirming actions taken there. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, open forum, and adoption of the agenda.

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Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council to decide on three property applications including consent and zoning amendments

This meeting includes public hearings and decisions on three planning applications: a consent application for Durvale Enterprises Inc. (Henry and Martha Bauman) on East Part Lot 64 and 65, Concession 2 EGR, Geographic Township of Holland, and zoning by-law amendments for Noah and Amanda Mast on Part Lot 18, Concession 4, RP 16R6948, Parts 1 and 3, Part of Part 2, Geographic Township of Sullivan, and for Neil and Deborah Rosta on East Part Lot 18, Concession 6, Geographic Township of Sullivan. Council will also consider a by-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officers and receive a presentation regarding the Negro Creek Memorial.

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Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee of Adjustment will vote on a minor variance reducing lot size requirements

The Chatsworth Committee of Adjustment will consider Minor Variance Application A03/2025 submitted by Grey 40 Holdings Inc. (Onias and Matilda Martin) for Part Lot 7, Concession 11, RP 16R4260 Part 1 in the Geographic Township of Holland. The committee proposes to grant the variance to lower the minimum lot area of enlarged lot 1 to 18.5 hectares and the minimum lot frontage of enlarged lot 2 to 90 metres, and will recommend Council approve it with conditions.

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Wed Oct 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to receive 2026 budget and services reports

At this special meeting, Chatsworth Council will receive two information reports: a review of legislated vs non-legislated township services and the first look at the 2026 operational and capital budgets. No decisions are being made; the items are presented for discussion and receipt.

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✓ Decided: Finance Report 2026 received for information

The council adopted the circulated agenda and entered a Committee of the Whole. It formally received the CAO Clerk’s report and the Finance Report on the 2026 budget for information. The Committee of the Whole’s actions were then confirmed by the council before adjournment.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council to consider new Entrance Permit Policy

Council will discuss and potentially adopt By-law 2025-52 regarding an Entrance Permit Policy. The meeting also includes a feasibility study for the Desboro Community Centre and property tax write-off requests.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Entrance Permit Policy by-law for Chatsworth

The council approved By‑law 2025‑52 establishing an Entrance Permit Policy after third‑reading approval. It also approved property‑tax write‑offs totaling $1,028.84 for three parcels. A motion to waive interest on a fire invoice was defeated 2‑3. The council adopted a solar‑project draft motion that includes a community‑benefit agreement requirement.

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Wed Oct 1, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council will consider approving a $50,000 Tile Drain loan for Paul Long

The Township of Chatsworth Council will enter a Committee of the Whole to consider several matters, including consent applications B09/2025 and B10/2025 with a $600 fee and land‑adjustment conditions, a fire services invoice payment plan of $356.09 per month, and a Tile Drain loan request up to $50,000 for Paul Long. The Council will also review the updated Entrance Permit Policy (PW‑04) and accept a $9,873.50 quotation for a condenser pump at the Keady Community Centre.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $50,000 Tile Drain loan and updates entrance permit policy

The council approved a Tile Drain loan of up to $50,000 for Paul Long. It also accepted a $9,873.50 quote for a condenser pump at the Keady Community Centre and approved use of the updated Entrance Permit Policy PW‑04. A motion to defer that policy to the next meeting was defeated.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to decide on supporting a solar project at 145 Boundary Road

Chatsworth Council will consider several items including a proposed municipal support resolution for a solar project at 145 Boundary Road, two zoning by-law amendments for properties in Sullivan, and a delegation regarding a fire department bill. Council will also decide on deferring the 2025 surface treatment program to 2026, awarding a sand dome demolition contract, and selecting a design option for Structure 39 replacement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves municipal support for Chatsworth Solar Project

The council voted to support the Chatsworth Solar Project, adopting a municipal support resolution. It also adopted the revised agenda, confirmed prior meeting minutes, and introduced two zoning by‑law amendments. Additional actions included approving a public‑works design option, deferring the 2025 surface‑treatment program, and awarding a demolition contract.

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Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss 2026 budget priorities

This is a special Council meeting with a public forum and a Committee of the Whole session. The main item is a round-table discussion on priorities for the 2026 budget, including a referenced 2026–2035 10-Year Capital Budget document. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is solely for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council decided to withdraw the municipal insurance RFP

The council adopted the circulated agenda and moved into a Committee of the Whole. It voted to withdraw RFP 2025-13 for municipal insurance coverage to obtain proper building valuations before re‑issuing. The Committee of the Whole was then formally risen back to Council.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council to consider long-term borrowing for infrastructure

Council will discuss several long-term borrowing by-laws for capital works and a grant for rink boards at the Keady Community Centre. The meeting includes public hearings for multiple consent and zoning applications in the Geographic Township of Sullivan. Council will also consider a support resolution for the Chatsworth Solar Project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved borrowing by‑laws and sent land‑use applications to Committee of Whole

The council adopted an agenda amendment to include a closed‑session item and confirmed the minutes from the August meetings. Four public consent applications were referred to the Committee of Whole for further consideration. Four borrowing by‑laws authorizing debenture financing and a grant contract for rink board replacement were introduced and carried. The committee received a presentation on the Chatsworth Solar Project and directed staff to prepare a report for a future meeting.

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Mon Aug 25, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss biodigester in closed session

This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss a biodigester project. Council will also consider adopting the agenda and approving closed session minutes from July 7 and July 18, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the agenda and approved a closed‑session session

The council approved the agenda as circulated. It also approved a closed session to review the July 7 and July 16, 2025 minutes and biodigester‑related matters under the Municipal Act.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council approves municipal support for Chatsworth Solar Project

The Township of Chatsworth Council is meeting to decide on municipal support for a solar project and the restructuring of a joint waste committee. The body will also review budget schedules and various infrastructure reports.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $5,587 road widening cost for Holland‑Markdale WDS project

The council adopted an amended agenda that removed two items for future discussion. It approved a reduction of the Gamblane Farms silo building permit fee from $2,400.23 to $300 and authorized reimbursement of the $2,100.23 difference. The council also approved an additional $5,587 (excluding HST) for the township’s share of the Holland‑Markdale WDS road widening project.

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Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council considers winter maintenance agreement and land consent applications

The Township of Chatsworth Council is meeting to discuss a winter maintenance services agreement with Integrated Maintenance and Operations Services Inc. and two land consent applications. The body will also review a software subscription amendment and a quote for memorial banners.

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✓ Decided: Council approves two land‑severance consent applications with conditions

The council adopted the agenda and confirmed prior meeting minutes. Public meetings on consent applications B04/2025 and B05/2025 were referred to Committee of the Whole. The council introduced a by‑law for a Winter Maintenance Services Agreement. Both consent applications were approved with specified conditions, and the archaeological assessment condition on B05/2025 was removed.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council votes on zoning amendment for Chatbrook Inc. property on Grey Road 40

Council will vote on a zoning by-law amendment (Z04/2025) for Chatbrook Inc. at 803269 Grey Road 40. Other decisions include approving a $79,888 truck replacement, awarding a fuel contract to Midwest Co-operative Services Inc., and discussing additional automated speed limit signs. The meeting also includes a closed session for biodigester negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approved zoning by‑law amendment for Concession 2 EGR, Part of Lot 14

Council adopted the agenda and confirmed minutes from July 2 and July 7 meetings. In Committee of Whole the council approved a zoning by‑law amendment for Concession 2 EGR, Part of Lot 14 and authorized a fuel contract with Midwest Co‑operative Services. The council also accepted a $79,888 Parks & Recreation asset purchase (4‑1 vote), approved purchase of two automated speed‑limit sign units, and rejected a proposal for four units.

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Mon Jul 7, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council reviews decommissioning options for Georgian Bluffs/Chatsworth Biodigester

The Township of Chatsworth Council will receive the GHD decommissioning and site‑rehabilitation plan for the Georgian Bluffs/Chatsworth Biodigester Facility. Committee of the Whole will discuss the four options presented in the report and recommend which option to pursue. The Council will then rise from Committee of the Whole to confirm the actions taken.

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✓ Decided: Council approved biodigester decommissioning plan and entered closed session

The council adopted the amended agenda that included a closed session. It approved moving into Committee of the Whole and received the decommissioning and site‑rehabilitation plan for the Georgian Bluffs/Chatsworth Biodigester Facility, recommending option #3 for partial decommissioning. The Committee of the Whole rose to report its actions, and the council entered a closed session for confidential provincial information.

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Wed Jul 2, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council to hold public meeting for zoning amendment to allow metal works shop on farm land at 803269 Grey Road 40

Council will hold a public meeting for a zoning amendment to allow a metal works shop on farmland at 803269 Grey Road 40. Three by-laws are up for approval: borrowing for capital works, appointing Rachel Anstett as CAO/Clerk, and delegating site plan control. Staff also recommend supporting a three-year extension for Taylor Heights Subdivision and approving a $4,700 waterproofing contract for Williamsford Community Centre.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts three by‑laws, including financing plan and CAO appointment

The council approved three by‑laws: one to submit a financing application to Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corporation, one to appoint a Clerk and Chief Administrative Officer, and one to delegate site‑plan approval authority to the CAO. It also authorized up to $10,000 (excluding HST) for a condenser replacement at the Williamsford Community Centre and accepted a $4,700 (excluding HST) waterproofing contract. The Committee of the Whole recommended staff prepare a formal planning report on the Z04/2025 zoning amendment and support a three‑year extension of the draft approval for the Taylor Heights subdivision.

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Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council adopts library services agreement with Grey Highlands Public Library

The Township of Chatsworth Council approved By‑law 2025‑32 authorizing the Mayor and CAO Clerk to enter into a library services agreement with the Grey Highlands Public Library Board. The Council also recommended property‑tax write‑offs for three properties totaling $4,950.67, $301.35, and $86.10. Public Works reports on sidewalk conditions, an automated speed‑limit sign on Sideroad 1 West, and a drainage conveyance licence were received for information.

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✓ Decided: Council approved library services agreement and multiple operational measures

The Council adopted the meeting agenda and confirmed the June 4 minutes. It introduced and gave third reading approval to By‑law 2025‑32, authorizing the Mayor and CAO Clerk to contract with the Grey Highlands Public Library Board for 2025 services. The Committee of the Whole approved property‑tax write‑offs for three parcels and directed staff to cost‑estimate additional automated speed‑limit signs. The Council also authorized a snowmobile‑trail MOU and adopted several informational reports.

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Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council to award $384,509 in gravel contracts, consider solar project

Council will consider awarding maintenance gravel contracts totaling $384,509.50, approve a new purchasing policy repealing By-law 2012-12, and receive presentations on a potential solar project from Sitka Power and a turtle stewardship program from Grey Sauble Conservation. Other items include approval of a truck purchase and engineering services for a bridge replacement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $384,509 in road contracts and repeals 2012 procurement by-law

The council adopted a revised agenda and introduced By-law 2025-30 to repeal the 2012 Purchasing and Authorities By-law. It approved the new Purchasing and Procurement Policy (FIN-07) and formally repealed the old by-law. Major road work contracts were approved, including $320,850 to Walker Aggregates and $63,659.50 to E.C King Contracting for maintenance gravel, and a $37,500 engineering service for Structure 39 bridge replacement. A bid for a new Ford truck was defeated and the meeting was extended to 12:30 p.m.

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Wed May 21, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to approve zoning amendment for Part Lot 77, 76 in Holland township

The Township of Chatsworth Council will consider and vote on By‑law 2025‑28, amending the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law for Part Lot 77, Concession 1 and Part Lots 76‑77, Concession 2 in the Geographic Township of Holland. The meeting also includes approvals for a Ford F250XL truck ($85,680.80) and a SMYTH S832 industrial sweeper ($15,481.00), plus updates on the Chatsworth Pavilion, the Community Hub project, and a request to remove interest on property taxes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves zoning amendment for Bauman lot and buys new sweeper

The council approved a zoning by‑law amendment for Part Lot 77, Concession 1 and Part Lots 76‑77, Concession 2. It also approved the purchase of a new SMYTH S832 industrial sweeper for $15,481. The Parks & Recreation truck bid was deferred to a future meeting. Standard agenda, minutes and informational reports were adopted or received.

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Wed May 7, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council to establish 2025 tax rates and review zoning application

Council is meeting to introduce the 2025 Tax Rate By-law and a borrowing by-law for Massie Bridge capital works. The body will also hold a public meeting regarding a zoning by-law amendment for properties in the Geographic Township of Holland.

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✓ Decided: Council referred the Z02/2025 zoning amendment application to the Committee of the Whole

The council adopted the amended agenda and confirmed prior meeting minutes. It referred the Z02/2025 Part Lot 77 zoning amendment to the Committee of the Whole for further study. The council accepted a $23,510 refrigeration bid, directed funds for the Berkeley Playground Committee, and defeated a $10.9 M community‑hub option. The meeting was extended to 12:30 p.m.

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Wed May 7, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee to vote on sawmill building expansion minor variance

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider Minor Variance Application A02/2025 from Jacob and Amanda Zook. The proposal seeks permission for a 97-square-metre expansion of an existing sawmill building with a height of 7.5 metres on Part Lot 23, Concession 9, Sullivan Township. A draft resolution recommends granting the variance subject to conditions including compliance with zoning and obtaining a Change of Unit Permit.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved a 97 m² sawmill expansion with conditions

The Committee of Adjustment granted permission to enlarge an existing sawmill by 97 square metres, adding a 7.5‑metre‑high structure, subject to zoning compliance and a required Change of Use Permit. The committee also received Planning Report 2025‑07 for information. Earlier, the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting were approved.

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Thu May 1, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to enter closed session for CAO recruitment

This special meeting of Chatsworth Township Council consists primarily of procedural items, including adoption of the agenda and declarations of interest. The sole substantive action is a resolution to move into closed session to discuss personal matters related to the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the agenda and entered closed session for CAO recruitment

The council approved the agenda as circulated (Resolution 2025-12-01). It also approved moving into a closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, specifically the recruitment of a new chief administrative officer (Resolution 2025-12-02). No vote counts were recorded for either motion.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to consider allowing Williamsford General Store to sell alcohol on statutory holidays

Council will vote on a deeming by-law for 117 McCullough Lake Drive and decide whether to allow the Williamsford General Store to sell alcohol on statutory holidays. Awards are recommended for grass cutting ($2,542.50 weekly), liquid dust suppressant ($200,124), concrete sidewalk replacement ($35,244.79), and electrical upgrades at Keady and Williamsford community centres. A presentation on re-establishing the Berkeley Community Playground Committee and a request to repair Concession 2 are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Williamsford General Store allowed to sell alcohol on statutory holidays

Council approved a range of contracts and by‑law actions, including a new by‑law designating certain lands as not a Registered Plan of Subdivision. The township re‑established the Berkeley Community Playground Committee and approved several public‑works and parks contracts. It also authorized Williamsford General Store to sell alcohol on nine statutory holidays.

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Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Public hearing on lot line adjustment consent application

Council holds a statutory public meeting for consent application B03/2025, a lot line adjustment on Part Lot 22, Concession 4, Sullivan. Council also hears delegations from the Desboro Agricultural Society requesting tree removal to expand a tractor pull area and from Roger Martindill regarding Gore Crescent accountability. Staff reports include authorization to lease 26 tillable acres to Sharedon Farms Ltd. for $6,110 and direction to prepare RFPs for a community hub capital campaign.

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✓ Decided: Council approved land consent, tree removal, farmland lease and community‑hub plans

The council adopted the meeting agenda and confirmed the March 19 minutes and the special joint council minutes. It approved Consent Application B03/2025 with listed conditions. The council also approved tree removal at the Desboro Community Centre (up to $1,000) and a lease of farmland to Sharedon Farms Ltd. at $235 per acre ($6,110 total). Finally, it approved the Chatsworth Community Hub fundraising recommendations and then deferred them until the multi‑use recreation facility report is received.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to vote on zoning amendment for Sutherland property in Sullivan

Council will introduce, consider, and give final reading to a zoning by-law amendment (2025-19) for Harold and Chayle Sutherland at Part Lot 3, Concession 3, Sullivan. They will also vote on an agreement with Owen Sound for the 2025 Hazardous and Special Products Waste Program. Other business includes receiving reports on the fire department, water systems, and a proposed pool enclosure by-law, plus a request for direction on sand dome roof damage at the Sullivan Depot.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts zoning amendment and hazardous waste participation by-laws

The Council took third‑reading action on two by‑laws: By‑law 2025‑19 amending the Township of Chatsworth Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, and By‑law 2025‑20 authorizing a municipal participation agreement with the City of Owen Sound for the 2025 Hazardous and Special Products Waste Program. Both were signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed. The Council also confirmed the actions taken in the Committee of Whole.

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Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Council to consider $30,900 community hub design contract

Council will hold public meetings on a consent application and a zoning by-law amendment, then consider staff recommendations to approve both. Other business includes introducing a borrowing by-law for capital works, receiving the OPP 2024 year-end report, and deciding on a $30,900 architectural design contract for a multi-use community hub. A property tax write-off of $4,571.45 is also recommended.

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Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee approves minor variance to enlarge cabin at 302 Connell Lake Road

The Chatsworth Committee of Adjustment will approve the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. It will receive the Planning Report 2025-02 for information and decide on Minor Variance Application A01/2025 for Part Lot 12, Concession 10 EGR, at 302 Connell Lake Road. The committee will grant permission to increase a sleeping cabin from 11 m² to 15.7 m² and add an 11.2 m² attached deck, subject to specific conditions.

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Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to hold closed session on CAO/Clerk recruitment

This special council meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss employee negotiations and recruitment for the CAO/Clerk position, with HR consultants Ward and Uptigrove in attendance.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council approves property tax policy and contract for enforcement services

The Township of Chatsworth Council adopted By-law 2025-14 for a Property Tax Billing and Collection Policy and By-law 2025-15 authorizing a contract with Municipal Support Services Inc. for agreement enforcement. The Council also approved a $60,000 proposal for the decommissioning of the Joint BioGRID site.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025 · 9:30 AM

Council Meeting

Chatsworth Council to vote on 2025 budget and comprehensive zoning by-law

Council is meeting to consider and potentially pass several key by-laws, including the 2025 budget and a comprehensive zoning by-law. The body will also review employee and council remuneration and hear presentations on roadside brushing and the Tara BESS project.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment

Committee considers minor variance to reduce side yard setback for home addition

The Committee of Adjustment holds a public hearing for a minor variance application (A07/2024) from Joachim and Birgit Brand. The applicant seeks to reduce the minimum exterior side yard requirement from 20 metres to 12.4 metres on Part Lots 57 and 58, Concession 2 EGR, Geographic Township of Holland, to allow construction of an addition and deck. A draft decision includes conditions: the dwelling and deck must maintain at least a 12.0 metre setback and all other zoning by-law provisions must be met. The committee also considers approving the minutes of the October 16, 2024 meeting.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Meeting

Council to adopt 2025 operating and capital budget

The Township of Chatsworth Council will hold a public meeting on the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budgets, followed by a resolution to adopt them. Council will also introduce and consider multiple by-laws including interim tax levy, temporary borrowing, and a development agreement. Staff reports cover fire department activity, asset management plan, a draft sign by-law, a draft plan of subdivision, and a Gore Crescent ownership issue.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to consider Comprehensive Zoning By‑law (Version No. 8)

The Chatsworth Township Council will meet in a Special Council session on January 14, 2025. After standard items such as call to order and an open public forum, the Council will move to a Committee of the Whole to review Meeting No. 8 – the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, including a draft by‑law (Version No. 8) and site‑specific zone amendments. The Committee will then rise as Council to report and confirm any actions taken before adjourning.

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Wed Jan 8, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council discusses 2025 budget at fourth budget meeting

This special council meeting is the fourth budget meeting for the Township of Chatsworth's 2025 budget. Council will review the proposed 2025 budget, approved capital projects, capital budget, and operating budget. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law

The Chatsworth Township Council will receive the CAO Clerk’s Report on the Draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law for information and discussion. Staff reports also include County comments on the zoning by-law and Draft By-law No.7 that follows public consultation. The meeting includes a closed‑session session to consider a negotiation‑related plan and a brief public forum for resident comments.

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Municipal Council Chambers
Agenda (official) · Minutes