Cramahe public meetings in 2025

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting will consider approval, denial, or deferment of many grant applications ranging from $500 to $5,000 for community groups and cemeteries. Council will also receive the draft 2026 departmental budgets for Library Services and Parks & Recreation, along with related issue papers. All items are presented for information and decision under the budget agenda.

• $500 one‑time tax rebate for Heritage‑designated homes
• $540 grant request for Cramahe Hill Cemetery
• $5,000 grant request for the Colborne & Cramahe Foodbank
• $4,869.30 grant request for the McDonald Road Committee
• Draft 2026 Library Services departmental budget (information only)

The council approved the special council budget agenda (Resolution 2025‑403) by a 4‑to‑1 vote. It approved a $500 one‑time heritage tax rebate and a $14,600 budget for the Economic Development Advisory Committee. The council approved numerous community grant requests, including $5,000 each for the Colborne Curling Club, Bridge Hospice, and Brighton Marine Rescue, while rejecting the $1,627.50 request for the 103 Colton Street Committee. A $1,500 request for the Northumberland Humane Society was deferred to the January 2026 budget deliberations.

• Approved agenda (4‑1)
• Approved $14,600 Economic Development Advisory Committee budget (CARRIED)
• Approved $500 heritage tax rebate (CARRIED)
• Defeated $1,627.50 request for 103 Colton Street Committee (DEFEATED)
• Approved $5,000 Colborne Curling Club grant (CARRIED)
• Approved $5,000 Bridge Hospice grant (CARRIED)
• Approved $1,500 Brighton Marine Rescue grant (CARRIED)
• Deferred $1,500 Northumberland Humane Society request (DEFERRED)

Council Information Package

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

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a severance application for a property at 12722 County Road 2. The agenda includes a public hearing and a report from Planning & Development staff. The meeting will be held at the Keeler Centre.

• Public hearing for severance at 12722 County Road 2
• Approval of October 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Road widening of 18.25 meters required along County Road 2
• Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland fee of $1,100 for new lot
• Entrance permit required for severed parcel

The Committee of Adjustment approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. It then approved Consent File D10-HIC-18-25 for the severance and retention of lands at 12722 County Road 2, subject to a list of conditions including tax payment, a reference plan, a zoning by‑law amendment, permits, and a cash‑in‑lieu fee. The meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by Ed Van Egmond, seconded by Sherry Hamilton)
• Minutes of October 28, 2025 approved (motion by Sandra Arthur, seconded by Joel Schriver)
• Consent File D10-HIC-18-25 approved with conditions (motion by Ed Van Egmond, seconded by Sherry Hamilton)
• Committee adjourned the meeting at 5:08 p.m. (motion by Joel Schriver, seconded by Ed Van Egmond)

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will vote on several by‑law motions, including repealing the Fortification By‑law 2011‑63 and adopting a new Building By‑law (2025‑67). It will also approve an exemption for Block 64 (PLAN 39M966) from Part Lot Control and extend the Fire Communication Services Agreement. The council will adopt the 2025 Asset Management Plan and the 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

• By‑law 2025‑23 to repeal Fortification By‑law 2011‑63
• By‑law 2025‑67 to replace Building By‑law 2022‑17 with a new Building By‑law
• By‑law 2025‑69 to exempt Block 64 PLAN 39M966 from Part Lot Control (Eastfield’s development)
• By‑law 2025‑71 to extend the Fire Communication Services Agreement
• Approval of the 2025 Asset Management Plan

The council adopted By-law 2025-67, repealing and replacing the 2022-17 Building By-law. It also approved By-law 2025-23 to repeal the Fortification By-law 2011-63. The 2025 Asset Management Plan and the 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan were both approved. An agreement to extend Fire Communication Services was authorized.

• Approved By-law 2025-67 to repeal & replace Building By-law 2022-17 (CARRIED)
• Approved By-law 2025-23 to repeal Fortification By-law 2011-63 (CARRIED)
• Approved 2025 Asset Management Plan (CARRIED)
• Adopted 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (CARRIED)
• Approved By-law 2025-69 to exempt Block 64 (Eastfields) from Part Lot Control (CARRIED)
• Approved By-law 2025-71 to extend the Fire Communication Services Agreement (CARRIED)
• Authorized receipt of Red Cloud Cemetery Prairie Grass delegation for information (CARRIED)
• Moved to closed session and later returned to open session as per Municipal Act (CARRIED)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a statutory public meeting to consider amending the building permit fees under the Ontario Building Code Act. Council will review a proposed fee schedule increase and the related draft building by‑law. Public comments will be heard from residents and from Fidelity Homes. No other agenda items are listed.

• Proposed amendment to building permit fees (increase) under the Ontario Building Code Act
• Review of draft 2025‑22 Building By‑law that includes the new fee schedule
• Public comments from council members and residents on the fee increase
• Fidelity Homes submission letter regarding the permit fee increase
• Notice of public meeting posted on the township website and Letstalkcramahe.ca

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Development Charges and Site Alteration by-laws regarding agricultural exemptions. The body will also discuss road safety signage and content for a new website.

• Review of Development Charges By-law and Site Alteration By-law for agricultural exemptions
• Discussion of OFA road safety signs and agricultural awareness programs
• Planning of content for the new Agricultural Committee webpage
• Updates on 2026 Council Budget meetings scheduled for December 15 and 18

The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved the December 16, 2026 agenda and the October 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It passed a resolution expressing interest in the pending 2025 Development Charges By‑law and committing to provide comments once a draft is available. The committee set the next meeting for March 4, 2025 and formally adjourned the session.

• Approved December 16, 2026 agenda (carried)
• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Expressed interest in pending 2025 Development Charges By‑law and will submit comments after draft review (carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 4, 2025 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Budget - Special Council Meeting

Council will review draft 2026 departmental budgets and a tax levy summary. The meeting includes discussions on various issue papers regarding staffing, equipment replacements, and infrastructure projects. Council will also decide on several external grant applications.

• Grant request of $5,000 for Apple Blossom Tyme Festival
• Grant request of $1,500 for Brighton Marine Rescue
• Grant request of $4,600 for Castleton Sports Club
• Issue papers for Fire Pumper Replacement and Full Time Mechanic
• Proposed projects including Town Hall Basement Renovations and Rotary Hall Flooring Replacement

The council approved the special council budget agenda (Resolution 2025-360). It then received draft 2026 departmental budgets for General Government, Planning & Development, Fire Services, Transportation Services, Construction, Environmental Services, Parks & Recreation, Facilities, Building & Protection Services, and Library Services for information. The council also directed staff to review the Elgin Street Bridge as a potential capital item.

• Approved Special Council Budget agenda (Resolution 2025-360, carried)
• Received draft 2026 General Government budget for information (Resolution 2025-361, carried)
• Received draft 2026 Planning & Development budget for information (Resolution 2025-362, carried)
• Received draft 2026 Fire Services budget for information (Resolution 2025-363, carried)
• Received draft 2026 Transportation Services budget for information (Resolution 2025-367, carried)
• Staff to review Elgin Street Bridge as a capital item (Resolution 2025-370, carried)
• Received draft 2026 Construction budget for information (Resolution 2025-372, carried)
• Received draft 2026 Environmental Services budget for information (Resolution 2025-374, carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole meeting on December 9, 2025 was canceled because of weather, as required by Procedural By-law 2025-24. All agenda items will be added to the Council meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025. The original agenda included delegations from the Nature Conservancy, Heritage Cramahe, and the OPP, as well as reports on a draft 2026 Building By-law, a 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan, and a proposal to repeal the Fortification By-law 2011‑63.

• Delegation from Nature Conservancy of Canada on Red Cloud Cemetery Prairie Grass (information only)
• Heritage Tax Incentive delegation from Heritage Cramahe (information only)
• OPP Inspector Mike Cavanagh delegation introducing Command Team and Detachment Action Plan (information only)
• Report recommending Council approve the draft 2026 Building By-law
• Report recommending Council adopt the 2026‑2030 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council is meeting for information only on December 4, 2025. The agenda includes policy updates from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and resolutions from other municipalities regarding economic acts, rent protection, and bail reform.

• AMO policy updates on Bill 60, data standards, and development charge guidance
• Resolution opposing the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025
• Letter supporting rent protection for tenants
• Letter calling for bail reform
• AMO workshop on conflict resolution for elected officials

Council Information Package

This document is an information package containing correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities. It is provided for information only and does not list any items for decision or discussion.

• AMO policy updates on procurement, Bill 30, and 2025 Federal Budget infrastructure investments
• MMAH action to streamline planning approvals under Bill 17 regarding setback requirements
• Resolution from Township of Alnwick Haldimand regarding 2026 Northumberland County Budget request
• Lower Trent Conservation Board of Directors meeting minutes from October 9, 2025
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding glyphosate spraying, veterans' income support, and waste management

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council considered a range of items, including by‑law amendments, free facility requests for community parades, and a resolution opposing Bill 68. Council adopted By‑law 2025‑63 for board and committee appointments and By‑law 2025‑65 to rezone property at 206 King Street East. The council also approved resolutions opposing Bill 68 and supporting the Healthy Democracy Forum.

• Adopt By‑law 2025‑65 rezoning Concession 1, PT Lot 27, PT RF Allow at 206 King Street East
• Approve free facility request for Castleton Pet Parade on Dec 7, 2025 (12:00 pm‑4:00 pm)
• Approve free facility request for Victoria Square Park Santa Claus Parade on Nov 22, 2025 (7:00 pm‑9:00 pm)
• Adopt By‑law 2025‑63 appointing members to boards and committees
• Pass resolution opposing Ontario Bill 68 and calling for withdrawal of Schedule 3 and Schedule 18

The council approved funding of $361,450 plus HST from reserves for a new single‑axle plow and authorized its purchase as a non‑standard procurement. It also approved By‑Law 2025‑65 to rezone the property at 206 King Street East. Additional actions included approving two free‑facility requests for Santa Claus parades, adopting a by‑law to appoint board members, and passing a resolution opposing Ontario Bill 68.

• Approved $361,450 plus HST funding for a single‑axle plow (Resolution 2025‑348)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑65 rezoning of 206 King Street East (Resolution 2025‑353)
• Approved free‑facility request for Santa Claus Pet Parade, Castleton, Dec 7 2025 (Resolution 2025‑345)
• Approved free‑facility request for Victoria Square Park Santa Claus Parade, Nov 22 2025 (Resolution 2025‑346)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑63 to appoint members to boards and committees (Resolution 2025‑352)
• Passed resolution opposing Bill 68 and urging provincial action (Resolution 2025‑355)
• Established a standardized method for advisory committee budget requests (Resolution 2025‑349A)
• Rescheduled the Dec 23 council and committee meetings to Dec 16 2025 (Resolution 2025‑344)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the September 8, 2025 minutes. It passed a resolution directing staff to install a Black Cat speed‑monitoring device in downtown Colborne and forward the data to Deputy Mayor Arthur for the OPP Board. The committee received updates on unfinished Highway 2 sidewalks and discussed the provincial $10 million pothole‑prevention program that offers up to $38,000 per project. It also considered possible collaboration on electric‑vehicle charging stations with the Economic Development Committee.

• Resolution 2025‑320: staff to place Black Cat device in downtown Colborne to capture speeding data (carried).
• Staff update on unfinished sidewalk sections on Highway 2 and safety discussion.
• Information on Ontario's Pothole Prevention and Repair Program – up to $38,000 available, applications open until Dec 12 2025.
• Discussion of potential EV charging station collaboration with Economic Development Committee.
• Adoption of Transportation Committee minutes from September 8 2025.

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It recorded that Council Resolution 2025-320 was carried, directing staff to place a Black Cat speed‑capture device on Highway 2 (West) at Toronto Street for seven days. The committee also passed a resolution requesting Council to have staff investigate the removal or relocation of the overhead crosswalk at Toronto Street.

• Approved meeting agenda (CARRIED)
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Council Resolution 2025-320 carried: staff to place Black Cat speed‑capture device on Highway 2 (West) at Toronto Street for 7 days
• Requested Council to direct staff to investigate removal/relocation of overhead crosswalk on Toronto Street (CARRIED)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:56 pm (CARRIED)

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Healthcare Needs Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on healthcare service advertising and regional delegations. The committee will discuss a call for action regarding resident letters of support for the Rural Outreach Clinic.

• Update on residential mail-out to advertise healthcare services in Cramahe
• Update on delegation from Taryn Rennicks of CHC Northumberland and OHT-Northumberland
• Discussion on a Call for Action for resident letters of support for the ROC

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. It resolved to waive the rental fees for the Keeler Centre Rotary Hall on March 25, 2026 to host a Community Economic Development 101 Workshop provided by the Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs. The committee also received a report from the tourism signage sub‑committee and discussed budget requests for 2026.

• Waiver of Keeler Centre Rotary Hall rental fees for March 25, 2026 Community Economic Development 101 Workshop (Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs)
• Tourism signage sub‑committee to bring a follow‑up report
• Discussion of 2026 budget asks
• Approval of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from August 18, 2025

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from August 18, 2025. Council waived rental fees for the Keeler Centre Rotary Hall to host a Community Economic Development 101 Workshop on March 25, 2026. The committee formally requested 2026 budget funding for the workshop, new Cramahe Brand signage on Orchard Road, and downtown bike racks, with the planning manager to prepare issue papers. The next meeting was set for February 9, 2025 and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (Carried)
• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Council waived Keeler Centre Rotary Hall rental fees for March 25, 2026 workshop (Carried)
• Committee requested 2026 budget funds for CED101 event, Orchard Road signage, and downtown bike racks (Carried)
• Planning manager assigned to prepare issue papers for budget requests (Carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 9, 2025 (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:44 am (Carried)

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe council meets for information only on November 13, 2025. The agenda includes correspondence from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, as well as resolutions from other municipalities.

• AMO Policy Update - Fall Economic Statement
• Consultation on conservation authority consolidation
• Support for Swim to Survive Training
• Support for Automated Speed Enforcement
• GST/HST Relief for First Time Homebuyers

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting to consider an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment for the property at 207 Durham Street South, Colborne. The amendments would change the land designation from “Development” to “Village Residential” and create site‑specific Residential 2 and Residential 3 exceptions to allow a 206‑unit subdivision with reduced lot sizes, frontages and setbacks. Council will also review written comments received from the public and agencies before deciding.

• Official Plan Amendment to re‑designate 207 Durham St South from “Development” to “Village Residential”
• Zoning By‑law Amendment to add Residential 2 (R2‑XX) and Residential 3 (R3‑XX) exceptions for higher density
• Proposal to permit a 206‑unit subdivision on the subject lands (Part of Lot 28, Concession 1, Formerly Village of Colborne)
• Review of written comments from the public and agencies attached to the meeting package

The township held a statutory public meeting to consider an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for a 206‑unit subdivision at 207 Durham Street South. Council members heard a presentation, asked questions, and received public comments, but no vote or decision was recorded.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive several reports and make recommendations. It will advise council to reschedule the December 23 council meeting to December 16, 2025. It will recommend approval of free facility requests for the Castleton Pet Parade on December 7, 2025 and the Santa Claus Parade at Victoria Square Park on November 22, 2025. It will also recommend that staff prepare a zoning by-law amendment (D14-PAR-13-25, PLAN-37-25) for council consideration.

• Recommend rescheduling the December 23 council meeting to December 16, 2025.
• Recommend approval of the Castleton Pet Parade free facility request (Dec 7, 2025, 12:00‑4:00 pm).
• Recommend approval of the Santa Claus Parade free facility request (Nov 22, 2025, 7:00‑9:00 pm) at Victoria Square Park.
• Recommend directing staff to draft a zoning by-law amendment D14-PAR-13-25 (PLAN-37-25).
• Receive delegations from David Forsyth and the Apple Blossom Tyme Festival for information.

The Committee of the Whole approved its agenda and adopted minutes from three prior meetings. It received delegations from David Forsyth and the Apple Blossom Tyme Festival for information. The committee recommended that Council approve free facility requests for a Castleton Pet Parade on Dec 7, 2025 and a Santa Claus Parade in Victoria Square Park on Nov 22, 2025, and direct staff to prepare a zoning by‑law amendment for the next council meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved agenda (CARRIED)
• Received delegation from David Forsyth (CARRIED)
• Received delegation from Apple Blossom Tyme Festival (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes for three prior meetings (CARRIED)
• Recommended rescheduling Dec 23 Council meeting to Dec 16, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council approve free facility request for Castleton Pet Parade Dec 7, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council approve free facility request for Victoria Square Park Santa Claus Parade Nov 22, 2025 (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council direct staff to prepare zoning by‑law amendment per Report PLAN‑37‑25 (CARRIED)

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for council review.

• Northumberland OPP Detachment Board reports and September 12, 2025 minutes
• AMO policy updates on Bill 60 and speed camera legislation
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding HST/GST removal for new homes
• Resolutions regarding automated speed enforcement and sustainable waste management
• Correspondence on mental health, homelessness, and addictions state of emergency

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to discuss a minor variance application for a property in Colborne. The body will review a planning report and public comments before deciding on the request.

• Minor variance D13-ELE-03-25 for 3 Church Street East, Colborne, to permit a minimum lot frontage of 14.6 metres

The Committee of Adjustment approved its agenda and adopted the July 22, 2025 minutes. It approved minor variance D13-ELE-03-25, allowing a minimum lot frontage of 14.6 metres. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m.

• Approve agenda (carried)
• Approve July 22, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approve minor variance D13-ELE-03-25, minimum frontage 14.6 m (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will discuss several by-law amendments, including traffic regulations and library board governance. The body is also reviewing a zoning amendment for a property on Bellamy Road and a proposal for heritage tax relief.

• Rezoning of Part of Lot 19, Concession 1 (280 Bellamy Road) via By-law 2025-60
• Amendment to By-law 2007-31 regarding the Regulation of Traffic
• Purchase of a used fill station from Trent Hills Fire Department
• Heritage Cramahe tax relief proposal
• Proclamation of November 25, 2024, as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

The council approved the agenda and adopted the previous meeting minutes. It accepted the 2026 council and committee meeting schedule and authorized the municipal office to close from December 24, 2025 to January 1, 2026. The council directed staff to install a speed‑monitoring device in downtown Colborne and requested a heritage program inventory. Several by‑law amendments were passed, including changes to traffic regulation, zoning, and the public library board, and the purchase of a used fill station from Trent Hills Fire Department was approved.

• Approved agenda (Resolution 2025-314)
• Adopted minutes of September 23 and September 9, 2025 (Resolution 2025-316)
• Approved 2026 council and committee meeting schedule (Resolution 2025-317)
• Authorized municipal office closure Dec 24 2025–Jan 1 2026 (Resolution 2025-318)
• Directed placement of Black Cat speed‑data device in downtown Colborne (Resolution 2025-320)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑57 amending traffic regulation (Resolution 2025-326)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑60 rezoning 280 Bellamy Road (Resolution 2025-328)
• Approved purchase of used fill station from Trent Hills Fire Department (Resolution 2025-324)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss sponsorship for the Elgin Street Sports Park and receive an update on the Keeler Centre refrigeration system. The committee will also review the Touch a Truck event and plan for Skate with Santa.

• Sponsorship recognition for the Elgin Street Sports Park Project
• Update on Keeler Centre refrigeration replacement from Manager C. Curwin
• Planning for Skate with Santa on December 20, 2025
• Touch a Truck event debrief

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee approved the October 27, 2025 agenda as presented. It also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. After discussion of upcoming events and projects, the committee adjourned the meeting at 5:12 p.m.

• Approved October 27, 2025 agenda (carried)
• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:12 p.m. (carried)

Council Information Package

This document is an information package provided for council review. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for informational purposes; no decisions are scheduled for this package.

• AMO Policy Update on Bill 56 and Building Code amendments
• Resolutions regarding a moratorium on aerial spraying of Glyphosate
• Resolutions concerning firefighter certification deadlines under O.Reg 34322
• Resolutions on Blue Box recycling collection and small business impacts
• Resolutions regarding Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) and sustainable waste management

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive public comments on a proposal to amend the Building Code to allow residential development‑charge deferral until occupancy. It will also consider a series of resolutions and support letters from other municipalities on topics such as the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support (NORDS) pilot, extensions of certification deadlines and the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund, public‑safety requirements, a natural‑gas expansion, and a motion declaring a state of emergency for mental health, homelessness and addictions.

• Proposed regulatory changes to the Building Code to operationalize residential development‑charge deferral to occupancy
• Resolution supporting the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support (NORDS) pilot program
• Request for extension of certification deadlines under Ontario Regulation 343/22
• Request for extension of the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF)
• Enbridge Gas Resolution on Natural Gas Expansion (Phase 3)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive reports and make recommendations to Council on several matters. It will recommend a 15% property‑tax rebate for residential heritage‑designated properties. It will also consider a noise‑bylaw exemption for an outdoor event at 81 Victoria Street on November 1, 2025, and suggest research on speed‑mitigation measures for downtown Colborne. Additional recommendations include approving the 2026 council meeting schedule and closing municipal offices between Christmas and New Years.

• Noise By‑Law exemption request for 81 Victoria St, Colborne to host an outdoor Family Halloween/Thanksgiving event on Nov 1 2025
• Recommendation for a 15% property‑tax rebate on residential heritage‑designated homes
• Recommendation to have staff research speed‑mitigation measures and costs for Hwy 2 and Toronto St. in downtown Colborne
• Recommendation to approve the 2026 Council and Committee meeting schedule as presented
• Recommendation to close the municipal office between Christmas and New Years

The Committee of the Whole approved an agenda amendment to add a closed‑session item. It received a delegation from the Ontario Health Team Northumberland and adopted several reports, including the Castleton Cenotaph upgrades. The request to waive the noise‑bylaw for a Halloween/Thanksgiving event was defeated, while staff were directed to draft a zoning by‑law amendment and to install a speed‑monitoring device in downtown Colborne.

• Agenda amended to include closed‑session item (carried)
• Delegation from Ontario Health Team Northumberland received (carried)
• Noise By‑law exemption request for 81 Victoria St defeated
• Castleton Cenotaph upgrades report received (carried)
• 2026 Council and Committee meeting schedule recommended for approval (carried)
• Municipal office holiday closure recommendation approved (carried)
• Staff directed to prepare zoning by‑law amendment per Report PLAN‑35‑25 (carried)
• Staff directed to place “Black Cat” device to capture speeding data (carried)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a stand‑alone rezoning application for 206 King Street East. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Residential 1 (R1) to Special Residential 1 (R1‑XX) so that an existing home‑occupation Doggy Day Camp, operating since 2008, becomes a permitted use. No expansion of the facility is proposed.

• Rezoning application D14-PAR-13-25 for 206 King Street East
• Proposed change from Residential 1 (R1) to Special Residential 1 (R1‑XX)
• Home‑occupation Doggy Day Camp seeking zoning compliance
• Application notes the camp has operated since 2008 with no expansion planned
• Public meeting required by Section 34 of the Planning Act

The council held a public meeting to consider a rezoning application to change a property from Residential 1 to Special Residential 1 so a Doggy Day Camp can be legal. No written comments were received and council members asked questions about dog limits and parameters for similar businesses. The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 p.m. No vote or decision was recorded.

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is discussing updates to the Cramahe Official Plan, which is being coordinated with the County of Northumberland. The committee is reviewing prime agricultural mapping and requests to remove specific lands from agricultural area designations.

• Review of Draft Agricultural and Rural Official Plan Amendment (September 10, 2025)
• Discussion on Prime Agricultural Mapping Analysis Report
• Review of requests to remove land from Agricultural Area Designation
• Review of Property ID 6 - 209 Parliament Street
• Review of Property ID 7 - 14073 Telephone Road and Property ID 23 - Lot 27 28 Con 3

The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from September 16, 2025. It adopted a resolution requesting the council to authorize a letter of recommendation to the County of Northumberland Planning Department regarding the agricultural mapping process. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (carried)
• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Requested council authorize letter of recommendation to County planning department on agricultural mapping (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Council Information Package

The October 9, 2025 council meeting is designated “For Information Only.” Council members will receive public comments on items such as the 2025 National Veterans’ Week Speakers Program, livestock predation, updates to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks compliance policy, a Cramahe construction report, and LTC Board minutes. The agenda also includes resolutions from other municipalities on topics like community natural‑gas expansion, automated speed‑enforcement cameras, and First Nations clean‑water legislation. No items are listed for council decision or vote at this meeting.

• 2025 National Veterans’ Week Speakers Program – public comment
• Livestock Predation letter – public comment
• Updates to MECP Compliance Policy – public comment
• Cramahe Construction Report (September 2025) – public comment
• LTC Board Minutes (Sept 11 2025) – public comment

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package containing correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities. The document provides information for review but does not list any items for decision or formal vote.

• Northumberland OPP Detachment Board Report for July-August 2025
• AMO Policy Update on Automated Speed Enforcement and 2026 Community Infrastructure Fund
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding sustainable waste management and bail reform
• Proposed amendments to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act
• Information on the ROMA 2026 Conference in Toronto

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will consider awarding a wastewater treatment plant contract and approving a funding strategy for its 2025 Asset Management Plan. The body is also deciding on voting methods for the 2026 elections and various local by-law amendments.

• Awarding of Tender 324806 Colborne WWTP Upgrades to 1000 Island Mechanical Ltd. for $629,000 plus HST
• Approval of By-Law 2025-31 to authorize internet and/or telephone voting for 2026 Municipal and School Board elections
• Reduction of speed limit on Hunt Rd. to 50km/h via By-Law 2025-56
• Removal of two stop signs at the Purdy Road and Little Lake Road intersection
• Noise By-law exemption for an outdoor wedding at 14045 Telephone Rd on September 27, 2025

The council authorized the use of internet and telephone voting for the 2026 municipal and school board elections and directed staff to draft a by‑law for it. It approved a $629,000 tender to upgrade the Colborne wastewater treatment plant. It reduced the speed limit on Hunt Road to 50 km/h and waived the noise‑bylaw time restriction for an outdoor wedding on September 27, 2025. Several by‑laws and community‑group requests were also approved or denied.

• Approved alternative voting method for 2026 municipal and school board elections (Resolution No. 2025-297)
• Approved Tender 324806 for Colborne WWTP upgrades to 1000 Island Mechanical Ltd. for $629,000 (Resolution No. 2025-302)
• Approved reduction of speed limit on Hunt Rd. to 50 km/h (Resolution No. 2025-298)
• Waived Noise By‑law Section 3 time restriction for outdoor wedding at 14045 Telephone Rd (Resolution No. 2025-296)
• Denied Sento Martial Arts Academy request to be added to approved local community group list (Resolution No. 2025-305)
• Approved By‑law 2025-31 to authorize alternative voting methods (Resolution No. 2025-306)
• Approved By‑law 2025-56 establishing speed‑limit by‑law (Resolution No. 2025-308)
• Approved By‑law 2025-55 confirming by‑law proceedings (Resolution No. 2025-312)

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss a request for a letter of support for a poultry barn project and 2026 budget requests. The body will also receive updates on the Official Plan amendment and website migration.

• Request for letter of support for Randy Voskamp's application for a poultry barn at 351 Concession Road 1 West
• Discussion of 2026 budget requests for the Manager of Planning
• Update on the first draft of the Official Plan amendment
• Review of OFA road safety and agricultural awareness signage
• Update on County of Northumberland broadband installations

The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the July 10, 2025 minutes. It received items 6.1‑6.4 for information, including website migration and broadband updates. The committee voted to support Randy Voskamp’s application for the CFO New Entrants Program and to issue a letter of support. It also approved a request for specific items to be included in the 2026 budget, such as a pop‑up shade shelter, $50 for Touch‑a‑Truck materials, agricultural awareness signs, and use of the Keeler Centre for Agricultural Week.

• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2025 (carried)
• Received items 6.1‑6.4 for information (carried)
• Supported Randy Voskamp’s application and authorized a letter of support (carried)
• Requested 2026 budget funds for shade shelter, Touch‑a‑Truck materials, awareness signs, and Agricultural Week use (carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:00 am (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:40 am (carried)

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for council review; no decisions are scheduled.

• August 2025 Construction Report from the Cramahe Building Department
• Proposed update to the Provincial Projection Methodology Guideline (P.M.G.) with a comment deadline of October 11, 2025
• AMO Municipal Trade and Tariff Forum invitation for October 24, 2025
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding Strong Mayor Powers, firefighter certification, and glyphosate spraying

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting under Section 34 of the Planning Act to consider a zoning by‑law amendment for 280 Bellamy Road. The amendment would rezone the severed portion of the property to the Rural Residential (RR) zone and rezone the retained portion to a special Rural XX (RU‑XX) zone to reflect a reduced lot area. Council will hear public comments and staff will confirm how notice was provided.

• Rezoning of 280 Bellamy Road – severed lands to Rural Residential (RR) zone; retained lands to Rural XX (RU‑XX) zone

The Township of Cramahe held a statutory public meeting on September 9, 2025 to consider a zoning by‑law amendment for a recent residential lot severance. No written comments or questions were received from the public or agencies, and council members did not ask any questions. The meeting was adjourned at 5:06 p.m. without any vote or decision.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposals for the 2026 municipal elections and local traffic changes. The body is also considering noise by-law exemptions and facility fee waivers for community workshops and task forces.

• Proposal to authorize internet and/or telephone voting for 2026 Municipal and School Board elections
• Recommendation to reduce the speed limit on Hunt Rd. to 50km/h
• Noise By-law exemption request for an outdoor wedding at 14045 Telephone Rd on September 27, 2025
• Request to waive Keeler Centre Rotary Hall rental fees for a March 25, 2026 workshop
• Free facility use request for the Intermunicipal Task Force on Housing & Homelessness

The Committee of the Whole approved several items, including authorizing internet and telephone voting for the 2026 municipal and school board elections. It also recommended waiving a noise‑bylaw time restriction for an outdoor wedding at 14045 Telephone Rd and reducing the speed limit on Hunt Road to 50 km/h. Staff were authorized to mail a healthcare services flyer to all residential mailboxes in Colborne and to waive the Keeler Centre rental fee for a March 2026 economic‑development workshop. The committee further recommended supporting the Intermunicipal Task Force on Housing & Homelessness facility request.

• Approved internet and telephone voting for 2026 municipal and school board elections
• Recommended waiving Noise By‑law Section 3 time restriction for outdoor wedding at 14045 Telephone Rd
• Recommended reducing speed limit on Hunt Rd to 50 km/h
• Authorized staff to mail healthcare services flyer to all residential mailboxes in Colborne
• Recommended waiving Keeler Centre rental fee for March 25 2026 Economic Development Workshop
• Recommended supporting Intermunicipal Task Force on Housing & Homelessness facility request

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will meet to review the status of 2025 road maintenance projects. The body will also discuss potential traffic calming methods and receive an update on a maintenance agreement.

• Road Maintenance Projects 2025 status update
• Discussion of traffic calming methods
• Update on maintenance agreement status

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the May 13, 2025 minutes. It formally requested that council direct staff to research speed‑mitigation measures and associated costs for the downtown core, especially Highway 2 and Toronto Street. The committee agreed no additional staffing is needed at this time. The meeting was adjourned at 11:19 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Adopted May 13, 2025 minutes
• Requested council staff research downtown speed‑mitigation measures and costs
• Agreed no additional staffing is required
• Adjourned meeting at 11:19 a.m.

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council is meeting for an information session on Thursday, August 28, 2025, to review and discuss resolutions and correspondence from other municipalities.

• Governance of Family Health Teams in Ontario
• Strong Mayor Powers
• Firefighters Certification Requirements
• Opposition to Bill 5
• Human Trafficking Prevention

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will review minutes from a prior meeting and discuss a community workshop and 401 Bridge Signs. The committee will also confirm the next meeting date and provide information on a local Buy Local pledge.

• Approval of May 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Community Economic Development 101 Workshop
• Update on Bridge Signs at 401
• Northumberland Buy Local Pledge information
• Confirmation of next meeting for November 17, 2025

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the amended agenda and the May 12 minutes. It resolved to host a Ministry of Rural Affairs Community Economic Development 101 workshop at the Keeler Centre and to refurbish the township entry signs. The committee also confirmed the next meeting for November 17, 2025 and adjourned.

• Approved amended agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes from May 12, 2025 (carried)
• Approved hosting Community Economic Development 101 workshop and use of Keeler Centre as in‑kind donation (carried)
• Supported refurbishment/replacement of township entry signage (supported)
• Formed sub‑committee for sign near Big Apple (to report later)
• Confirmed next meeting date: November 17, 2025 at 9:30 am
• Adjourned meeting at 10:57 am (carried)

Council Information Package

This meeting is an information package for council members. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for review; no decisions or actions are scheduled.

• Correspondence from Rural Outreach Clinic regarding impact report and promotional material
• Resolution from Town of Goderich opposing Bill 17 (Protect Ontario by Building Faster Act 2025)
• Resolution from Town of Blue Mountains regarding TC Energy's proposed battery storage project
• Resolution from Municipality of West Nipissing regarding a moratorium on aerial spraying of glyphosate
• Resolution from Township of Southgate regarding income support thresholds for Canadian veterans

Council Information Package

The council information package includes public comments requesting that February be declared Black History Month and that the Pan‑African flag be raised beginning February 1, 2026. It also contains minutes and reports from the Northumberland OPP Board for May‑June 2025. Additionally, it carries resolutions from other municipalities opposing Bill 5, Bill 17, and the transportation of Niobium tailings at Agnew Lake. No decisions are listed; the items are for information and discussion.

• Request to declare February as Black History Month and raise the Pan‑African flag (effective Feb 1, 2026) – Northumberland Diverse People Coalition
• Northumberland OPP Board meeting minutes (May 23, 2025) and May‑June 2025 police reports
• Town of Aurora opposition to Bill 5, Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act 2025
• Town of Aurora opposition to Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act 2025
• Township of Nairn and Hyman opposition to transportation and disposal of Niobium tailings at Agnew Lake Tailings

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Healthcare Needs Advisory Committee will review survey analysis and a rural outreach impact report. The body is tasked with voting on a representative to serve on the County of Northumberland Physician Recruitment Advisory Committee.

• Selection of a representative for the County of Northumberland Physician Recruitment Advisory Committee
• Review of Post Survey Analysis & Results (Project Summary Report- July 8 2025)
• Briefing on Rural Outreach Impact Report (ROC-Cramahe_2025)
• Discussion regarding website updates

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will approve the agenda and adopt the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive information on a potential skate‑park delegation and discuss recent and upcoming community events, including the Summer Kick‑Off BBQ and the planned ‘Trash and Treasures’ BBQ. The committee will also get an update on ESSP fundraising and consider donor‑recognition level options.

• Adopt May 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Potential delegation – skatepark information
• Summer Kick‑Off MITS BBQ event debrief
• Future ‘Trash and Treasures’ BBQ and Touch a Truck updates
• ESSP fundraising status and donor‑recognition options

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hold a public hearing regarding a consent application for 1 and 3 Church Street East. The committee will review reports from the Manager of Planning & Development and comments from public agencies.

• Consent application D10-ELE-14-25 for 1 and 3 Church Street East (PLAN-31-25)

The Committee of Adjustment approved its agenda and adopted the May 27, 2025 minutes. It then provisionally approved consent application D10‑ELE‑14‑25 to adjust the lot line between 1 and 3 Church Street East, subject to conditions on taxes, deed transfer, reference plan and zoning. The meeting was adjourned at 5:31 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by Joel Schriver, seconded by Sandra Arthur) – carried
• May 27, 2025 minutes adopted (motion by Ed Van Egmond, seconded by Sherry Hamilton) – carried
• Consent D10‑ELE‑14‑25 provisionally approved with conditions – carried
• Meeting adjourned at 5:31 p.m. (motion by Sandra Arthur, seconded by Ed Van Egmond) – carried

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

This agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a council meeting. No specific legislative items, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a Visioning Session (3:00‑5:00 pm) and a Special Council Meeting (6:00 pm) on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 to inform residents about the upcoming review of the Official Plan. The sessions will allow the public to submit written comments or attend in person and will mark the first step in the statutory review process required by the Planning Act. No draft documents are being considered at this meeting.

• Visioning Session – July 22, 2025, 3:00‑5:00 pm at Keeler Centre, 80 Division Street, Colborne
• Special Council Meeting – July 22, 2025, 6:00 pm at Council Chambers, 1 Toronto Street, Colborne
• Public may submit comments in writing, by email, mail drop box at Town Hall, or fax (905) 355‑3430
• Review of the Official Plan is required under the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.P. 13
• No draft documents will be presented; this meeting initiates the review process

Council Meeting

Council will hold a special meeting to review the Official Plan and receive recommendations on agricultural land inventory. The regular session includes votes on zoning amendments, fee changes, and the initiation of tax sales for properties with over two years of arrears.

• Zoning By-law Amendments for application D14-ELL-09-25 and D14-MIE-10-25 (374 County Road 27)
• Amendment to Fees and Charges By-Law 2025-50 (Schedules A, B, and F)
• Initiation of tax sale process for properties with tax arrears exceeding two years
• Noise By-law exemption for an outdoor wedding at 3 Colton St, Colborne on September 13, 2025
• Purchase of SCBA replacement units for the Fire Department using reserves

The Township of Cramahe Council approved a consolidation of municipal fees and charges by‑law (By‑Law 2025‑50). It also adopted two zoning by‑law amendments (By‑Law 2025‑48 and By‑Law 2025‑49) to re‑zone specific parcels. Additional actions included authorizing a fire equipment purchase, an ice‑storm assistance application, a tax‑sale process, a refrigeration loan for the Keeler Centre, and support for a Highway 401 safety call.

• Approved Fees & Charges By‑Law amendment (BL‑2025‑50) – CARRIED
• Approved Zoning By‑Law Amendment BL‑2025‑48 to rezone Concession 6, Part Lot 25 – CARRIED
• Approved Zoning By‑Law Amendment BL‑2025‑49 to rezone Part of Lot 13, Concession 9 (374 County Rd 27) – CARRIED
• Approved purchase of SCBA replacement units funded by fire reserves – CARRIED
• Authorized application for Municipal Ice Storm Assistance program – CARRIED
• Approved initiation of tax‑sale process for properties with arrears over two years – CARRIED
• Approved Keeler Centre refrigeration solution using $400,000 reserves and loan – CARRIED
• Supported Highway 401 Call for Action by endorsing correspondence to the provincial ministry – CARRIED

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council will receive correspondence that includes a Managing Communications through Crisis workshop, a Cybersecurity workshop for councillors, and an AMO policy update on Bill 9, OPP billing, waste management and OMA consultations. The council will also consider a series of resolutions from other municipalities on topics such as strong mayor powers, traffic safety, increased income‑support thresholds for veterans, amendments to the Proceeds of Crime Act, firefighter certification and blue‑box producer responsibility.

• Managing Communications through Crisis Workshop (materials provided)
• Cybersecurity for Municipal Councillors Workshop (materials provided)
• Resolution from Trent Hills on Strong Mayor Powers
• Resolution advocating increased income‑support thresholds for Canadian veterans
• Resolution opposing firefighter certification requirements

Agricultural Committee

The Cramahe Agricultural Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It will adopt a letter of recommendation concerning the Prime Agricultural Land Inventory to be forwarded to Council and included in the commenting period for the upcoming Official Plan review. The committee also confirms the next meeting date of September 16, 2025.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from June 17, 2025 meeting
• Approve letter of recommendation on Prime Agricultural Land Inventory for Official Plan amendment
• Confirm next meeting on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Adjourn the meeting

The Agricultural Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It adopted a letter of recommendation concerning the Prime Agricultural Land Inventory, directing that it be sent to Council and included in the Official Plan Review commenting period. The next meeting was scheduled for September 16, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned at 11:10 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes from June 17, 2025 (carried)
• Approved letter of recommendation on Prime Agricultural Land Inventory; to be forwarded to Council and incorporated into Official Plan Review commenting period (carried)
• Set next meeting for Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:10 a.m. (carried)

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence from provincial ministries and resolutions from other municipalities for council review.

• Rural Ontario Development Program expansion letter from the Minister of Rural Affairs
• Building Code Act Amendment clarity letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• Soil Health Across Canada resolutions from the Township of Amaranth and Township of Wellington
• Town of Cobourg resolution regarding Bill 5 and the local food system
• City of Pickering and Port Colborne resolutions regarding Ontario Works (OW) and ODSP

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

This agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a council meeting. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or legislative items are listed.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing two zoning by-law amendments and a noise exemption request for a wedding. The body is also discussing township sign replacement and a representative for a physician recruitment committee.

• Zoning By-law Amendment D14-ELL-09-25 (PLAN-29-25)
• Zoning By-law Amendment D14-MIE-10-25 for 374 County Road 27 (PLAN-30-25)
• Noise By-law exemption request for a wedding at 3 Colton St on September 13, 2025
• Cramahe Township Sign Replacement (ADMIN-03-25)
• Nomination of a representative for the Northumberland Physician Recruitment Advisory Committee

The Committee of the Whole received a noise‑bylaw exemption request and recommended that Council waive Section 3 of Noise By‑law 06‑71 for 3 Colton St to allow an outdoor wedding on September 13 2025. It also recommended that staff prepare two zoning by‑law amendments (D14‑ELL‑09‑25 and D14‑MIE‑10‑25) for future Council consideration. The Committee deferred the physician‑recruitment advisory recommendation to the Health Care Committee and tasked it with nominating a representative. Several procedural items, including agenda approval and adoption of prior minutes, were carried.

• Recommended Council waive Section 3 of Noise By‑law 06‑71 for 3 Colton St (CARRIED)
• Recommended staff prepare Zoning By‑law Amendment D14‑ELL‑09‑25 (PLAN‑29‑25) (CARRIED)
• Recommended staff prepare Zoning By‑law Amendment D14‑MIE‑10‑25 (PLAN‑30‑25) (CARRIED)
• Received Report ADMIN‑03‑25 on Cramahe Township sign replacement (CARRIED)
• Deferred physician‑recruitment advisory recommendation to Health Care Committee and tasked it to nominate a representative (CARRIED)
• Approved agenda as presented (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes of June 10 2025, March 18 2025, and May 29 2025 meetings (CARRIED)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:22 p.m. (CARRIED)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe council will hold a statutory public meeting to consider a Zoning By‑Law amendment for the property at 374 Concession Road 27. The proposal seeks to rezone the severed portion of the land from Agricultural (A) to Rural Residential (RR) and to designate the remaining area as Agricultural Exception XX (AXX) to restrict future residential development and livestock or anaerobic digester use. No public comments were received, and agencies (Enbridge, Fire Department, Roads Department) reported no concerns.

• Rezoning of severed lands at 374 Concession Road 27 from Agricultural (A) to Rural Residential (RR)
• Designation of retained lands as Agricultural Exception XX (AXX) to prohibit residential development, livestock, and anaerobic digester
• Amendment required as condition of provisional approval for a recent consent (File No. D10‑MIE13‑25)
• Public comment: none received
• Agency comments: Enbridge – no concerns; Fire Department – no concerns; Roads Department – no comment

The Township of Cramahe held a statutory public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by‑law amendment for 374 Concession Road 27. Council members asked for clarification, but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The meeting adjourned without any approval, denial, or tabling of the amendment.

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive public comments and documents from the Association of Municipalities Ontario, the Ontario Ombudsman, Environment and Climate Change Canada, Watson & Assoc Economists Ltd., and the HKNP Board of Health. It will also consider resolutions from other municipalities concerning Bill 5, Strong Mayor Powers, trade‑agreement exemption advocacy, and increased income‑support thresholds. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• AMO Policy Update – Response on Bill 17, Province Releases Integrated Energy Plan
• Ontario Ombudsman 2024‑2025 Annual Report
• Federal Plastics Registry – Phase 2 guide
• Resolution supporting Bill 5 – Protecting Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act
• Resolution opposing Strong Mayor Powers

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

This agenda is procedural boilerplate for a test meeting. It contains no specific legislative items, contracts, or policy decisions for discussion.

Council Meeting

The Cramahe Township Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for 218 Orchard Road and review the 2023 audited financial statements. The meeting includes discussions on downtown beautification, highway signage, and a regional housing solutions report.

• Zoning By-law Amendment (BL-2025-46) for 218 Orchard Road (Big Apple Inc.)
• Approval of 2023 consolidated financial statements presented by Baker Tilly
• Noise By-law exemption for an outdoor wedding at 229 Crandall Road on September 7, 2025
• Proposed installation of "Cramahe" signage on the new Highway 401 bridge
• Review of the Northumberland Housing Solutions Workshop report to address housing shortages

The council approved the meeting agenda and adopted several informational items. It waived the noise‑bylaw time restriction for an outdoor wedding at 229 Crandall Road and approved signage on the new Highway 401 bridge. The council also approved a zoning amendment for 218 Orchard Road and related by‑law changes, and adopted the 2023 audited financial statements. A resolution to act on a housing‑solutions report was defeated.

• Approved the June 24, 2025 council agenda (Resolution 2025‑238)
• Waived Section 3 of Noise By‑law 06‑71 for 229 Crandall Road wedding (Resolution 2025‑242)
• Supported Highway 401 bridge “Cramahe” signage and authorized staff communication (Resolution 2025‑244)
• Approved zoning amendment for 218 Orchard Road (Big Apple) and enacted the implementing by‑law (Resolution 2025‑247 & 2025‑249)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑47 to appoint/remove members of boards and committees (Resolution 2025‑248)
• Approved the year‑end 2023 consolidated financial statements (Resolution 2025‑246)
• Received the Heritage Cramahe Tax Rebate Program delegation for information (Resolution 2025‑239)
• Defeated the motion to direct staff on the Northumberland Housing Solutions report (Resolution 2025‑251)

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council is meeting for an information-only session on June 19, 2025. The agenda consists entirely of correspondence, including updates from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, and Lower Trent Conservation, as well as resolutions and letters from other municipalities.

• AMO updates including a response to Bill 17 and a cybersecurity workshop
• Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario 2024 Annual Report
• Correspondence from other municipalities on firefighter certification and strong mayor powers
• Letters supporting Ontario Works financial assistance rates and physician recruitment
• Correspondence regarding the Blue Box Producer Responsibility program

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Committee will review correspondence from the Ministry of Agriculture, discuss farm equipment road safety, and plan for the August 23 Touch a Truck event. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at the Colborne Municipal Office.

• Approval of March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Ministry of Agriculture correspondence
• Discussion on farm equipment road safety
• Planning for August 23 Touch a Truck event
• Discussion on committee attendance for August 7th Poli Ag tour

The committee approved the June 17, 2025 agenda and the March 18, 2025 minutes, both carried by resolution. It also resolved to receive items 6.1 through 6.3 for information. The meeting was adjourned at 10:11 a.m.

• Approved June 17, 2025 agenda (carried)
• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Resolved to receive items 6.1‑6.3 for information (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:11 a.m. (carried)

Council Information Package

This meeting is for information only. The council is reviewing correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities regarding provincial bills and municipal policy.

• May 2025 Construction Report from the Cramahe Building Department
• Resolutions regarding Bill 5 (Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act 2025)
• Resolutions opposing Strong Mayor Powers
• Resolution regarding Bill 6 (Safer Municipalities Act, 2025)
• Position paper on Floating Accommodations from the Township of Georgian Bay

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a report (ENF BYLAW-01-25) recommending that Council waive Section 3 of the Noise By-law 06-71 for an outdoor wedding at 229 Crandall Road on September 7, 2025. It will also receive reports on the Downtown Colborne Beautification Project and the Highway 401 bridge signage request, and will be asked to provide direction on those items. Additional delegations include the Intermunicipal Taskforce on Housing and the Economic Development Advisory Committee business directory partnership.

• Noise By-law exemption request for 229 Crandall Rd outdoor wedding (ENF BYLAW-01-25)
• Downtown Colborne Beautification Project (REC-03-25) – Council to choose among three options
• Highway 401 bridge signage recommendation for "Cramahe" signs
• Business Directory and BECN Partnership report – authorization for pilot project
• Intermunicipal Taskforce on Housing delegation – information and endorsement request

The Committee of the Whole approved the meeting agenda and adopted prior minutes. It received delegations from the Economic Development Advisory Committee and the Intermunicipal Taskforce on Housing for information. The Committee recommended that Council waive the time‑restriction portion of the Noise By‑law for an outdoor wedding at 229 Crandall Road on September 7, 2025. It also recommended staff direction for the Downtown Colborne Beautification Project and supported the Economic Development Advisory Committee’s request to pursue “Cramahe” signage on the new Highway 401 bridge.

• Approved meeting agenda (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes from May 13 2025, April 25 2025, and July 10 2024 (CARRIED)
• Received Economic Development Advisory Committee delegation for information (CARRIED)
• Received Intermunicipal Taskforce on Housing delegation for information (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council waive Noise By‑law Section 3 time restrictions for 229 Crandall Road wedding (CARRIED)
• Recommended staff provide direction on Option 1 for Downtown Colborne Beautification (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council support Highway 401 bridge “Cramahe” signage and authorized staff to liaise with MTO (CARRIED)
• Authorized Economic Development Advisory Committee to work with Business Entrepreneur Centre Northumberland on a business growth pilot project (CARRIED)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a statutory public meeting to consider a Zoning By-Law amendment. The proposal aims to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance.

• Zoning By-Law amendment for Valley Road (Concession 6, Part Lot 25, RP 38R1540; Part 1)

The township held a statutory public meeting on June 10, 2025 to consider a zoning by‑law amendment for Valley Road (Vacant). Planning staff confirmed that notice was given as required and that no agencies or members of the public submitted comments. No decisions were taken and the meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m.

Council Information Package

At the May 29, 2025 meeting, the Cramahe Township Council will receive and discuss a series of correspondence items from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Northumberland OPP Detachment Board, and various provincial ministries. The council will also consider resolutions from other municipalities regarding Bill 5, tariff responses, Ontario Works rates, and opposition to strong mayor powers. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• AMO submission on cybersecurity for municipal councillors and leadership workshops
• Northumberland OPP Detachment Board report for March‑April 2025
• Reintroduction of the Emergency Management Modernization Act 2025 (letter from Minister Jill Dunlop)
• Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 (Bill 17) from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
• Physician recruitment strategy support request from Ontario Health Team of Northumberland

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will receive reports and approve several zoning by‑law amendments, including holdings on 209 King Street East and changes to Tobacco Road and Pinewood School Road. The Council will also award Tender 2025‑01 to Ferguson Electric Company Limited for the sum of $398,000.00 plus HST for electrical system upgrades at the Colborne Water Treatment Plant.

• Award Tender 2025‑01 to Ferguson Electric Company Limited for $398,000.00 plus HST (Colborne Water Treatment Plant electrical upgrades)
• Approve By‑law 2025‑34 adding a holding (H) on part of Lot 27, Concession 2, at 209 King Street East
• Approve By‑law 2025‑35 amending the zoning of Tobacco Road, Lot 19, Concession 7
• Approve By‑law 2025‑36 designating 45 Parliament Street, Colborne as a heritage property
• Approve By‑law 2025‑40 assuming land for road widening on King Street East (PIN 51149‑0250)

The council approved its agenda and adopted minutes from prior meetings. It directed staff to prepare several zoning by‑law amendments and approved multiple by‑laws, including a holding on 209 King Street East and a heritage designation for 45 Parliament Street. The council awarded Tender 2025‑01 to Ferguson Electric Company Limited for $398,000 plus HST to upgrade the Colborne Water Treatment Plant electrical system. It also supported the 20th anniversary of the Apple Country Jamboree with a $500 contribution.

• Approved agenda (Resolution 2025‑211) – carried
• Received deputation from David Forsyth (Resolution 2025‑212) – carried
• Adopted minutes for April 22, April 8, and May 13 meetings (Resolution 2025‑213) – carried
• Directed staff to prepare zoning by‑law amendment for holding at 209 King St. East (Resolution 2025‑214) – carried
• Directed staff to prepare zoning by‑law amendment rezoning Pinewood School Road lands (Resolution 2025‑215) – carried
• Awarded Tender 2025‑01 to Ferguson Electric Company Limited for $398,000 plus HST (Resolution 2025‑218) – carried
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑36 designating 45 Parliament Street as heritage property (Resolution 2025‑221) – carried
• Approved $500 contribution to Apple Country Jamboree 20th anniversary (Resolution 2025‑228) – carried

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment considered three applications: D10-COC-04-25 and D10-COC-12-25 at 280 Bellamy Road, and D10-MIE-13-25 at 374 County Road 27. The committee recommended approval of each application subject to specific conditions, including payment of municipal taxes, rezoning, road widening, and fees. The cash-in-lieu parkland fee for D10-COC-04-25 is $1,100. The meeting also approved the agenda, adopted the April 22, 2025 minutes, and heard public comments.

• Approve D10-COC-04-25 (280 Bellamy Road) with conditions: $1,100 cash‑in‑lie parkland fee, rezoning, 33’ road widening, deed and survey submissions.
• Approve D10-COC-12-25 (280 Bellamy Road) with conditions: rezoning, 33’ road widening, deed and survey submissions, full tax payment.
• Approve D10-MIE-13-25 (374 County Road 27) with conditions: rezoning, 16.0 m road widening, entrance permit, full tax payment, deed and survey requirements.
• Adopt minutes from the April 22, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting.
• Confirm agenda and allow declaration of pecuniary interest.

The Committee approved applications D10-COC-12-25, D10-COC-04-25, and D10-MIE-13-25, each with a set of conditions relating to taxes, deeds, surveys, rezoning, and road widening. All three motions were moved by Ed Van Egmond, seconded, and carried. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved. The meeting adjourned at 5:31 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (Carried)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Approved application D10-COC-12-25 with conditions on taxes, deeds, surveys, rezoning and road widening (Carried)
• Approved application D10-COC-04-25 with conditions on taxes, parkland fee, deeds, surveys, rezoning, road widening and MECP assurance letter (Carried)
• Approved application D10-MIE-13-25 with conditions on taxes, deed transfer, reference plan, rezoning, road widening and entrance permit (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:31 p.m. (Carried)

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The Cramahe Township Council meeting on May 27, 2025 will follow standard procedures. Items include a territorial acknowledgement, rules for recording equipment, public comment periods, confirmation of the agenda, adoption of minutes, and reports from officers and committees. The council may move to a closed session if required and will confirm a by‑law related to the meeting proceedings before adjourning.

• Confirmation of agenda as presented
• Adoption of minutes from previous meeting(s)
• Declaration of pecuniary interest by members
• Open public forum for three‑minute questions
• Potential closed session to discuss confidential matters

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will consider correspondence that includes a workshop on trauma‑and‑violence informed decision‑making for elected officials and an AMO policy update on provincial budget priorities. It will also review three resolutions from other municipalities: a resolution on U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, an opposition to expanding strong‑mayor powers, and a resolution advocating a reduced provincial tax rate for Ontario‑made craft cider. No votes or decisions are listed for this meeting.

• Workshop: Trauma and Violence Informed Decision Making for Elected Officials (PDF)
• AMO Policy Update – Provincial Budget Priorities (PDF)
• Resolution on U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods (PDF)
• Resolution opposing expansion of strong mayor powers (PDF)
• Resolution advocating reduced provincial tax rate for Ontario‑made craft cider (PDF)

Council Information Package

The May 15, 2025 council meeting is an information‑only session. Council will receive a package that includes a construction report for April 2025, policy updates from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario on planning approvals and development charges, and various resolutions and letters from other municipalities on topics such as Ontario Works rates, the Canadian economy, and opposition to strong mayor powers. No items are slated for a vote or formal decision at this meeting.

• April 2025 construction report (attachment)
• AMO policy update – Proposed legislation on planning approvals & development charges (attachment)
• AMO policy update – Modeling tool for estimating tariff costs on capital projects (attachment)
• Town of Cobourg resolution on Ontario Works financial assistance rates (attachment)
• Resolutions opposing Strong Mayor Powers from multiple municipalities (attachments)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting to consider four Zoning By‑Law amendments. Three amendments (Concession Road 1 West, 494 Pine Grove Road, and 209 King Street East) aim to bring severed or transferred lots into zoning compliance. The amendment for 218 Orchard Road would establish permanent commercial zoning, allow a petting zoo, dog park, parking, and a site‑specific height limit of 12 metres.

• Zoning amendment D14‑VOS‑07‑25 for Concession 10, Lot 23 & 24 (Concession Road 1 West) to bring severed/retained lots into compliance
• Zoning amendment D14‑CLA‑08‑25 for Concession 10, Lot 12 (494 Pine Grove Road) to bring severed/retained lots into compliance
• Zoning amendment D14‑BIG‑05‑25 for Concession 3 S., Lot 34 (218 Orchard Road) to permit commercial uses, a petting zoo, dog park, parking and a 12 m height exception
• Zoning amendment D14‑CRA‑06‑25 for Concession 2, Lot 27 & REID Lot 210 (209 King Street East) to place transferred land in a Holding (H) to satisfy an ESA condition

Council approved a zoning by‑law amendment that places a holding on part of 209 King Street East to address environmental contaminants, fulfilling a condition of provisional consent for a lot line adjustment. No objections were received from agencies or the public. The holding restricts development until required environmental conditions are met.

• Approved zoning by‑law amendment placing a holding on 209 King Street East (no vote tally recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive reports on two zoning by-law amendment proposals and recommend that Council direct staff to draft the necessary amendments. One proposal places a holding on part of 209 King Street East (PLAN‑22‑25). The other addresses a vacant parcel on Pinewood School Road (PLAN‑23‑25). Additional items include a delegation on Telephone Road, a transportation roads update, and adoption of minutes from prior meetings.

• Receive Telephone Road delegation from the Cramahe Resident Advocate Association for information
• Receive and recommend zoning by-law amendment to place a holding on 209 King Street East (PLAN‑22‑25)
• Receive and recommend zoning by-law amendment for Pinewood School Road vacant parcel (PLAN‑23‑25)
• Receive transportation roads update report (PW TRANSPORTATION‑11‑25)
• Adopt minutes from April 8, March 27, February 10, and March 24 committee meetings

The Committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted minutes from four prior meetings. It received a Telephone Road delegation for information. It received reports on two zoning by‑law amendment proposals (209 King Street East and Pinewood School Road) and recommended that staff prepare amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law. It also received a transportation report and adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Agenda approved (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes for April 8, March 27, February 10, and March 24 meetings (CARRIED)
• Received Telephone Road delegation from Cramahe Resident Advocate Association (CARRIED)
• Received report PLAN‑22‑25 and recommended staff prepare zoning amendment for 209 King Street East (CARRIED)
• Received report PLAN‑23‑25 and recommended staff prepare zoning amendment for Pinewood School Road (CARRIED)
• Received transportation report PW/Transportation‑11‑25 (CARRIED)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:47 p.m. (CARRIED)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting. It will receive a Roads Updates report (PW-TRANSPORTATION-11-25) for information. The committee will discuss maintenance agreements, downtown parking, Pine/Haynes Road, and meeting frequency as old and new business items.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Approve July 10, 2024 minutes
• Receive Roads Updates Report (PW-TRANSPORTATION-11-25) for information
• Discuss downtown parking (old business follow‑up)
• Discuss Pine/Haynes Road (new business)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from July 10, 2024. It accepted the Roads Updates Report for information and received verbal updates on items 8a through 8h. The meeting was then adjourned at 11:24 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 (carried)
• Received Roads Updates Report for information (carried)
• Received verbal updates on items 8a‑8h for information (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:24 a.m. (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will receive a report approving a revised due date for the second installment of the 2025 final tax bill. It will also receive a report approving a specialized tax subclass for land used for aggregate extraction. Council will adopt By-Law 2025-38, which sets the 2025 tax rates, penalties and interest provisions. Council will adopt By-Law 2025-37 to confirm the proceedings of this special meeting.

• Adopt By-Law 2025-38 – 2025 Final Tax Rate By-Law (tax rates, penalties, interest)
• Adopt By-Law 2025-37 – Confirming By-Law for this special council meeting
• Approve revised due date for second installment of 2025 final tax bill (FIN-10-25)
• Approve specialized taxation subclass for aggregate extraction land (FIN-11-25)
• Open forum for public questions (three‑minute limit per speaker)

The Special Council approved the agenda and adopted several tax‑related measures, including the 2025 Final Tax Rate By‑Law and a new tax sub‑class for aggregate extraction. A proposal to change the 2025 second tax installment date was defeated, while the revised 2026 tax installment dates were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 5:05 p.m.

• Resolution 2025-211 – agenda approved (carried)
• Resolution 2025-212 – revised second installment due date for 2025 final tax bill defeated
• Resolution 2025-213 – revised 2026 final tax bill installment dates (June and August) approved (carried)
• Resolution 2025-214 – specialized taxation sub‑class for land with aggregate extraction approved (carried)
• Resolution 2025-215 – By‑Law 2025-38 (2025 Final Tax Rate) approved (carried)
• Resolution 2025-216 – By‑Law 2025-37 (meeting proceedings confirmation) approved (carried)
• Resolution 2025-217 – meeting adjourned (carried)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The committee adopted new Terms of Reference and received updates on the Teeny Tiny Towns Summit and Prosper In Northumberland.

• Adoption of minutes from January 27, 2025 and March 24, 2025
• Adoption of Terms of Reference for the Economic Development Advisory Committee
• Update on Teeny Tiny Towns Summit 2025
• Information on Prosper In Northumberland
• Information on 401 bridge signs

The committee approved its amended agenda and the minutes from the January 27 and March 24 meetings. It received several informational delegations, including updates on digital tourism, the Teeny Tiny Towns Summit, Prosper In Northumberland, and 401 bridge signage. The committee will prepare a report to Council on the business directory and has formed a sub‑committee to study municipal signage at the Big Apple.

• Approved amended agenda (item 3)
• Approved minutes from Jan 27 and Mar 24, 2025 (item 4)
• Received Digital Tourism and Marketing delegation for information (item 6a)
• Received Teeny Tiny Towns Summit update for information (item 6b)
• Committee to prepare report to Council on business directory (item 7a)
• Council adopted Terms of Reference of the Economic Development Advisory Committee (Resolution 2025‑195, item 7b)
• Initiated sub‑committee working group on municipal signage at the Big Apple (item 7c)
• Received Prosper In Northumberland update for information (item 8a)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will adopt the March 24, 2025 minutes and consider several old‑business items. These include discussing the council‑approved partnership with the Community Foundations of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland to manage fundraising for the Elgin Street Sports Park project, continuing work on a skateboard park initiative, and reviewing planned community events for 2025. The committee will also confirm the next meeting date before adjourning.

• Discuss next steps for the council‑approved partnership with the Community Foundations of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland (Resolution 2025-196) to manage fundraising for the Elgin Street Sports Park project
• Skateboard park initiative – outreach by J. Schriver to Pickering representative Scott Dreams of Skate Parks and youth presenters, and by A. Visneski to the Municipality of Port Hope
• Confirm dates for Touch a Truck (August 23, 2025) and Skate with Santa (December 20, 2025)
• Consider committee participation in the 2025 Santa Claus Parade & Festival of Trees
• Adopt post‑meeting minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting (PR_Mar24_2025)

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the March 24 minutes. It confirmed the Touch a Truck event for August 23, 2025 and the Skate with Santa event for December 20, 2025. The committee also scheduled its next meeting for July 28, 2025 and assigned staff to follow up on skatepark and summer‑kick‑off plans.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Approved the minutes from March 24, 2025 (amended)
• Confirmed Touch a Truck for August 23, 2025 and Skate with Santa for December 20, 2025
• Scheduled the next meeting for July 28, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
• Assigned J. Schriver to contact the Pickering representative and Scott Dreams of Skate Parks
• Assigned A. Visneski to contact the Municipality of Port Hope
• Assigned C. Curwin to discuss skatepark options with Scott and invite him to the next meeting
• Assigned B. Marian to contact Kisko for water inflatables for a June 27, 2025 summer kick‑off event

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Healthcare Needs Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes. A resolution (2025-197) authorizes staff to work with the committee to launch a public consultation survey and gather data. The committee will discuss next steps for advertising the survey and follow up on linking a resource directory (811 Community Navigator) to the Cramahe website. The meeting will also confirm the date of the next committee session.

• Approve May 5, 2025 agenda as presented
• Approve February 10, 2025 minutes as presented
• Resolution 2025-197: authorize staff to launch the Public Consultation Survey
• Discuss follow‑up on the 811 Community Navigator resource directory link for the website
• Confirm date of the next Healthcare Needs Committee meeting

The Healthcare Needs Advisory Committee approved its May 5, 2025 agenda and the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. Council passed Resolution 2025-197, authorizing staff to work with the committee to launch a public consultation survey. The survey will run from May 16 to July 4, with advertising materials to be developed and distributed by staff.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting agenda (carried)
• Approved minutes of February 10, 2025 (carried)
• Council authorized staff to launch public consultation survey (Resolution 2025-197, carried)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive correspondence including Northumberland County’s Annual Development Activity 2024 report and Lower Trent Conservation’s 2024 Annual Report. It will also consider a series of resolutions from other municipalities on topics such as heavy‑vehicle monitoring, Canadian‑product procurement, sovereignty, trade barriers, banning Nazi symbols, exotic animal regulations, strong mayor powers, and ending daylight‑saving time. No motions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• Northumberland County – Annual Development Activity 2024 report (correspondence)
• Lower Trent Conservation – 2024 Annual Report (correspondence)
• Resolution supporting surveillance and monitoring of heavy vehicles in Ontario (Champlain Township)
• Resolution supporting ‘Buy Canadian’ initiatives (multiple municipalities)
• Resolution opposing Strong Mayor Powers (multiple municipalities)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council meeting is an information package with no formal decisions. Council will receive a public comment on the Association of Municipalities of Ontario spring policy priorities and will review several resolutions from other municipalities, including opposition to expanded Strong Mayor powers and a support resolution for an amendment to the Ontario Heritage Act.

• Public comment on AMO Policy Update – Spring Policy Priorities
• Review of resolutions opposing expansion of Strong Mayor powers from North Middlesex and other municipalities
• Consideration of support resolution for Amendment to Subsection 29(1.2) of the Ontario Heritage Act (Township of Puslinch)

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will receive the Northumberland County budget presentation and adopt several by‑laws, including appointments to boards, a fire‑protection grant agreement, and a license agreement with His Majesty the King in Right of Canada for defense purposes. It will also waive rental fees for a Colborne Public School drumline event, direct staff to prepare a zoning amendment for 452 Tobacco Road, and adopt the Economic Development Advisory Committee’s terms of reference. A closed session will be held to discuss the defense license agreement before returning to open session.

• Approve By‑Law 2025‑29 to appoint/remove members of boards and committees
• Approve By‑Law 2025‑32 to authorize the Fire Protection Grant Transfer Payment Agreement
• Approve By‑Law 2025‑33 to authorize a license agreement with the federal government’s Department of National Defense
• Waive Keeler Centre rental fees for the Colborne Public School drumline competition on May 2
• Direct staff to prepare a zoning by‑law amendment for 452 Tobacco Road

The council approved several by‑laws, including a license agreement with His Majesty the King in Right of Canada for defence matters. It also approved a fire‑protection grant agreement, a partnership with the Community Foundation for fundraising, and directed staff to prepare a zoning amendment for 452 Tobacco Road. Additional actions included adopting a free facility request for a school drumline and the terms of reference for the Economic Development Advisory Committee.

• Approved By‑Law 2025‑33 licensing agreement with the federal defence ministry (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑32 fire protection grant transfer agreement (CARRIED)
• Approved partnership with the Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to prepare a zoning by‑law amendment for 452 Tobacco Road (CARRIED)
• Approved free facility request for Colborne Public School drumline (CARRIED)
• Adopted Terms of Reference for the Economic Development Advisory Committee (CARRIED)
• Approved By‑Law 2025‑29 to appoint or remove members of boards and committees (CARRIED)
• Approved agenda amendment to include Parks and Recreation Committee partnership request (CARRIED)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding three severance applications for a vacant property on Concession Road 1 W. The body will also address a deferred hearing for 14300 Little Lake Road.

• Hearing for applications D10-VOS-05-25, D10-VOS-06-25, and D10-VOS-07-25 at Concession Road 1 W (Vacant)
• Proposed conditions for Concession Road 1 W include a minimum road widening of 10.06 metres (33 feet)
• Deferred hearing for files D10-CHR-09/10/11-25 at 14300 Little Lake Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved applications D10-VOS-05-25, D10-VOS-06-25 and D10-VOS-07-25 for the vacant lot on Concession Road 1 W, each with a set of conditions. The hearing for applications D10-CHR-09-25, D10-CHR-10-25 and D10-CHR-11-25 was deferred. The agenda and the March 25 2025 minutes were adopted and the meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

• Approved application D10-VOS-05-25 (Concession Road 1 W) with conditions
• Approved application D10-VOS-06-25 (Concession Road 1 W) with conditions
• Approved application D10-VOS-07-25 (Concession Road 1 W) with conditions
• Deferred hearing for applications D10-CHR-09-25, D10-CHR-10-25, D10-CHR-11-25
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented
• Adopted minutes of the March 25 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:25 p.m.

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council meeting on April 17, 2025 is an information package. It includes public comments on correspondence from the Lower Trent Conservation Board and an AMO policy update about Strong Mayor powers and ambulance procurement. The agenda also presents resolutions from other municipalities regarding Ontario Works financial assistance rates and Strong Mayor powers. No items are selected for a vote or formal decision at this meeting.

• Correspondence: Lower Trent Conservation Board – public comments attached
• AMO Policy Update – public comments on Strong Mayor powers and ambulance procurement
• Resolution: Ontario Works Financial Assistance Rates – PELASS resolution attached
• Resolution: Strong Mayor Powers – letters from Tillsonburg, Saugeen Shores, Amherstburg attached
• No item selected – attachments include March 13 & 17 meeting minutes

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will meet in a hybrid format at the Keeler Centre to discuss agenda items, receive reports, and consider by-laws. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

• Hybrid meeting at Keeler Centre, 80 Division Street
• Public comments allowed via Zoom link
• Council to approve agenda and minutes
• Council to receive Council Information Package
• Closed session possible for specific discussions

Council Information Package

This is an information package for council members. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for review rather than a list of items for decision.

• March 2025 Construction Report from the Cramahe Building Department
• Invitation to the Teeny Tiny Summit on May 1, 2025
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding USA trade tariffs
• Resolutions regarding amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act
• Resolutions regarding child welfare funding and banning the Nazi Swastika

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved its agenda and adopted minutes from several prior meetings. It received a verbal delegation from Apple Country Jamboree President Gary Warner for information only. The Committee recommended waiving Keeler Centre rental fees for the Colborne Public School Drumline competition on May 2, 2025, and advised staff to prepare an amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law 08‑18 to implement the recommendations of Report PLAN‑15‑25 for 452 Tobacco Road. It also recommended that Council adopt the Economic Development Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (2024 amended) and support seeking provincial grant funding for the downtown promenade.

• Receive verbal delegation from Apple Country Jamboree President Gary Warner (information only)
• Approve minutes of prior meetings (Committee of the Whole March 11, 2025; NOPP Feb 21, 2025; Heritage Feb 28, 2025; Parks & Rec Jan 13, 2025; Agricultural Jan 15, 2025)
• Recommend waiving Keeler Centre rental fees for Colborne Public School Drumline competition on May 2, 2025
• Recommend staff prepare amendment to Comprehensive Zoning By‑law 08‑18 for 452 Tobacco Road (Report PLAN‑15‑25)
• Adopt Economic Development Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (2024 amended) and support grant funding for downtown promenade

The Committee approved the amended agenda, adding a closed‑session item to discuss a land acquisition or disposition. It received a verbal delegation from Apple Country Jamboree President Gary Warner and suspended Section 19.3 of By‑law 2025‑24 to extend the presentation. The Committee recommended that Council waive the Keeler Centre rental fees for the Colborne Public School Drumline competition on May 2 and that staff prepare a zoning bylaw amendment to implement Report PLAN‑15‑25 for 452 Tobacco Road. It also adopted the Economic Development Advisory Committee’s Terms of Reference, deferred an addendum to May 2025, and moved into and out of a closed session as authorized by the Municipal Act.

• Approved agenda amendment to include closed‑session item 13 (CARRIED)
• Received verbal delegation from Apple Country Jamboree President Gary Warner (CARRIED)
• Suspended Section 19.3 of By‑law 2025‑24 to extend the delegation presentation (CARRIED)
• Adopted minutes for five prior meetings (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council waive Keeler Centre rental fees for Colborne Public School Drumline competition (CARRIED)
• Recommended staff prepare zoning bylaw amendment for 452 Tobacco Road (CARRIED)
• Recommended Council adopt Economic Development Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (CARRIED)
• Deferred Economic Development Advisory Committee addendum to May 2025 (CARRIED)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a statutory public meeting to consider a Zoning By-Law amendment. The proposal concerns lands in Concession 7, Part Lot 21, known as Pinewood School Road.

• Zoning By-Law amendment for Pinewood School Road (Vacant) to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance

The township held a statutory public meeting to consider a zoning by‑law amendment for the Pinewood School Road vacant lot. Notice was provided to nearby residents, agencies and posted online. No comments were received from the public or agencies, and the meeting was adjourned without a decision.

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a special council meeting featuring a closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation. Council will also consider a confirming by-law for the meeting's proceedings.

• Closed session to discuss litigation or potential litigation pursuant to Section 239 (e) of the Municipal Act
• Approval of By-law 2025-28 to confirm proceedings of the March 31, 2025 meeting

The council approved the meeting agenda, directed staff to prepare an ice‑storm debrief report, and entered closed session to discuss potential litigation. They also approved By‑law 2025‑28 confirming the special council meeting and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda amendment to discuss ice storm (Resolution 2025-181)
• Directed staff to prepare ice storm debrief report (Resolution 2025-182)
• Moved into closed session at 9:18 a.m. for litigation discussion (Resolution 2025-183)
• Returned to open session at 9:40 a.m. (Resolution 2025-184)
• Directed staff to proceed as directed in closed session (Resolution 2025-185)
• Approved By-law 2025-28 confirming special council meeting proceedings (Resolution 2025-186)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:41 a.m. (Resolution 2025-187)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive public comments on a Homelessness Task Force housing solutions report and a Northumberland Joint Police Services Board detachment report. It will also consider several resolutions from other municipalities, including a request to redirect provincial land transfer tax and GST for sustainable infrastructure, a motion opposing U.S. tariffs, and a proposal to ban public display of Nazi symbols. No formal decisions are recorded in this information package.

• Homelessness Task Force – Housing Solutions Report (cover letter and workshop report)
• Northumberland Joint Police Services Board – Detachment Board Report (February 2025)
• Resolution to request redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST for sustainable infrastructure funding
• Resolution in support of Canadian government opposing U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods
• Request for legislation banning public display of Nazi symbols with certain exceptions

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will adopt several by-laws, including procedural, appointment and two zoning amendments. It will also approve a 3.5% cost‑of‑living increase for non‑union staff retroactive to Jan 1 2025 and authorize free use of Victoria Square Park for community events. Additional items include receiving water‑system reports, adopting minutes, and confirming a heritage designation for 45 Parliament Street.

• Approve Zoning By‑law Amendment 2025‑26 for 312 Begg Road (Archer) (BL‑2025‑26)
• Approve Zoning By‑law Amendment 2025‑25 for 228 Dingman Road (Payne) (BL‑2025‑25)
• Approve By‑law 2025‑24 procedural by‑law governing council and committee proceedings
• Approve 3.5% Cost of Living Adjustment for non‑union staff retroactive to Jan 1 2025
• Approve free facility requests for Victoria Square Park: Colborne Saturday Market (June‑Sept) and Canadian Armed Forces concert

The council approved a 3.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment retroactive to Jan 1 2025 for non‑union staff, firefighters and council members. It also adopted several by‑laws, including appointments to boards, a procedural by‑law, and zoning amendments for 312 Begg Road and 228 Dingman Road. Additional actions included a heritage designation for 45 Parliament Street and free‑facility approvals for the Colborne Saturday Market and a Canadian Armed Forces concert.

• Approved 3.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment for staff and council (Resolution 2025‑168)
• Approved by‑law 2025‑12 to appoint/remove members to boards and committees (Resolution 2025‑172)
• Approved procedural by‑law 2025‑24 governing council and committee proceedings (Resolution 2025‑173)
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment 2025‑26 for 312 Begg Road (Resolution 2025‑174)
• Approved zoning by‑law amendment 2025‑25 for 228 Dingman Road (Resolution 2025‑175)
• Approved heritage designation of 45 Parliament Street, Colborne (Resolution 2025‑171)
• Approved free facility request for Victoria Square Saturday Market (Resolution 2025‑169)
• Approved free facility request for Canadian Armed Forces concert at Victoria Square (Resolution 2025‑170)

Committee of Adjustment

The Cramahe Committee of Adjustment will hear two development applications: D10-HAR-03-25 at Mitchell Road (vacant) and D10-CLA-08-25 at 494 Pine Grove Road. Staff will present reports and public comments, and the Committee will vote on motions to approve each application with specified conditions. Two other hearings (D10-COC-04-25 at 280 Bellamy Road and D10-VOS-05/06/07-25 on Concession Road 1 W) are listed as deferred.

• Hearing D10-HAR-03-25 (Mitchell Road) – recommendation to approve with conditions: full municipal tax payment and a Certificate of Cancellation drafted by the applicant’s solicitor.
• Hearing D10-CLA-08-25 (494 Pine Grove Road) – recommendation to approve with conditions including tax payment, submission of draft transfer/deed, reference plan filing, rezoning, and a 10.06 m road widening at applicant’s cost.
• Deferred hearing D10-COC-04-25 at 280 Bellamy Road.
• Deferred hearing D10-VOS-05/06/07-25 at Concession Road 1 W (vacant).
• Adoption of minutes from the February 25, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting.

The Committee approved application D10-HAR-03-25, issuing a Certificate of Cancellation with conditions including full municipal tax payment and a $350 county review fee. It also approved application D10-CLA-08-25 for a severance and rezoning, requiring tax payment, submission of draft deeds, a reference plan, and a 10.06‑metre road widening. Applications D10-COC-04-25 and D10-VOS-05/06/07-25 were deferred.

• Approved application D10-HAR-03-25 with conditions (taxes, certificate, $350 fee) – CARRIED
• Approved application D10-CLA-08-25 with conditions (taxes, draft deed, reference plan, rezoning, road widening) – CARRIED
• Deferred application D10-COC-04-25 – DEFERRED
• Deferred application D10-VOS-05/06/07-25 – DEFERRED

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee met on March 24, 2025 to consider agenda items and updates. The committee approved the agenda, adopted the minutes, and confirmed the final draft of the Cramahe Business Directory dated March 17 2025. It approved the updated Economic Development Terms of Reference for adoption by Council. The committee also received a verbal update on an Economic Development initiative and discussed sponsorship and funding for the Downtown Promenade project.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Adoption of the minutes
• Final review and adoption of the Cramahe Business Directory (dated March 17, 2025)
• Approval of the Economic Development Terms of Reference for Council adoption
• Discussion of Downtown Promenade sponsorship and funding

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the updated business directory and asked Council to post it on the township website. It accepted a delegation from the BECN delegate for information. The committee approved its Terms of Reference for Council adoption. It created an ad‑hoc working group and requested Council support to pursue provincial grant funding and sponsorships for the downtown promenade.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Minutes approved (Carried)
• Received BECN delegation for information (Carried)
• Adopted updated business directory and directed staff to post it online (Carried)
• Received verbal update on May 5 event for information (Carried)
• Approved Terms of Reference for Council adoption (Carried)
• Initiated ad‑hoc working group to expand funding for downtown promenade (Carried)
• Requested Council support to seek provincial grant and sponsorships for promenade (Carried)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review information on a proposed skateboard park and consider possible sites. It will receive an update on the 2025 budget and discuss continuation of the Touch a Truck event and other 2025 event options. An update on the Elgin Street Sports Park project will also be provided.

• Skateboard Park – discussion of potential locations
• 2025 Budget – information presentation by C. Curwin
• Touch a Truck – continuation into 2025
• Additional 2025 event options – discussion
• Elgin Street Sports Park – project update and potential online donation collaboration

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee voted to support forming a partnership with the Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland for fundraising purposes. It also approved an informational update to Council on the Elgin Street Sports Park project and its sponsorship options. The committee confirmed the agenda, adopted the previous meeting minutes, and scheduled the next meeting for May 5, 2025.

• Agenda approved (Carried)
• January 13, 2025 minutes approved (Carried)
• Old business items received for information (Carried)
• Partnership with CFCSN for fundraising approved (Carried)
• Informational update to Council on Elgin Street Sports Park approved (Carried)
• Committee will host Touch a Truck event on Aug 23, 2025 (Carried)
• Committee will host Skate with Santa event on Dec 20, 2025 (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. (Carried)

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package for information only. The body is reviewing correspondence, including a discussion paper on watershed security and various resolutions passed by other municipalities.

• Ontario Headwaters Institute discussion paper on watershed security
• Resolutions from multiple municipalities regarding buying local and Canadian goods
• Township of Hamilton letter to MTO regarding traffic safety and emergency detour routes
• Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury motion for landlord tenant reforms
• City of Sarnia motion to stop the scheduled April 1, 2025 carbon tax increase

Agricultural Committee

The committee will approve its agenda and adopt the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. It will discuss two planning applications referenced in notices D10-HAR-03-25 and D10-CLA-08-25. Staff will provide updates on the website migration and on upcoming Apple Blossom and Touch a Truck events.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from January 15, 2025
• Discuss planning applications D10-HAR-03-25 and D10-CLA-08-25
• Provide verbal update on website migration to new platform
• Provide updates on Apple Blossom and Touch a Truck events

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a statutory public meeting to consider a Zoning By-Law amendment for 452 Tobacco Road. The proposal seeks relief from a setback requirement near a neighboring aggregate operation. No formal comments were received from the public or agencies.

• Statutory public meeting for Zoning By-Law amendment (D14-KOE-03-25)
• Consideration of 452 Tobacco Road (Vacant) property
• Request for setback relief from neighboring aggregate operation
• Public Works advises obtaining building permits for a shed and proposed house
• Hydro One territory noted for Lakefront Utility Services Inc

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will adopt minutes from four prior meetings. It will receive a report on a draft procedural by-law and recommend Council approve it at the next meeting. It will also receive reports on zoning by-law amendment proposals for 312 Begg Road (Archer) and 228 Dingman Road (Payne) and recommend staff prepare the amendments for Council consideration.

• Adopt minutes from Committee of the Whole (Feb 11, 2025) and Heritage Cramahe meetings (Nov 29, 2024; Jan 31, 2025) and Northumberland OPP Detachment Board (Jan 17, 2025).
• Receive Report CLERKS-10-25 and recommend Council approve the draft procedural by-law at the next meeting.
• Zoning By-Law Amendment – 312 Begg Road – Archer (PLAN-14-25); recommend staff prepare amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law 08-18.
• Zoning By-Law Amendment – 228 Dingman Road – Payne (PLAN-13-25); recommend staff prepare amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law 08-18.

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will receive public comments and documents on the 2025 operational schedule for the Ogden Point Quarry (Ashgrove) and a February 2025 construction report from the Building Department. It will also consider resolutions from other municipalities, including a motion to ban the Nazi swastika, a motion urging improvements to Highways 11 and 17, a campaign to promote buying local and Canadian products, and a motion on redistributing land transfer tax and GST for sustainable infrastructure funding.

• 2025 operational schedule for Ogden Point Quarry (Ashgrove)
• February 2025 construction report from Cramahe Building Department
• Motion to ban the Nazi swastika (Durham Region)
• Motion urging improvements to Highways 11 and 17 (Coleman Township)
• Motion on land transfer tax and GST redistribution for infrastructure funding (Markstay‑Warren)

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will consider zoning by-law amendments for properties on King Street and Kelwood Lane. The body is also deciding on fee waivers for local community events and reviewing wastewater treatment plant capacity.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 205/209 King Street (BL-2025-19)
• Zoning By-law Amendment for 106 Kelwood Lane (BL-2025-18)
• Ice rental fee waiver for Cramahe Firefighter Association hockey tournament on March 22
• Victoria Square Special Event fee waiver for Apple Country Garden Club plant sale on May 31, 2025
• Part Lot Control Exemption By-Law for Block 66, Eastfields Subdivision (BL-2025-17)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings for four applications involving solar development, land severance, and minor variances. Staff have provided recommendations for approval for three of the four items.

• Hearing D10-SOL-01-25: Application for 261 Neil McGregor Road (SolarBank)
• Hearing D10-TAG-02-25: Application for 1996 Percy Street including rezoning and an Environmental Impact Study addendum
• Hearing D13-DRY-01-25: Minor variance for Pogue Road to permit a 9.0m rear yard setback and 3.0m projection limit
• Hearing D13-NEW-02-25: Minor variance for 34 Prairie Run Road to permit a 3.34m rear yard setback and 1.84m projection limit

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The Cramahe Township Council will formally approve the meeting agenda and adopt minutes from prior meetings. Council will receive reports from municipal officers, standing committees and the county, and consider a by‑law to confirm the meeting proceedings. An open forum will allow members of the public brief questions, and a closed session may be called if required.

• Approve the agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes of previous meeting(s)
• Confirm By‑law 20-- - 00 to record the meeting proceedings
• Open forum for public questions (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Potential closed meeting to discuss confidential matters

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Special Council will vote on the net levy percentage for the 2025 budget. It will consider two telecommunications system proposals, one costing $26,895 plus HST and another with a $1,693.79 one‑time fee plus $889.76 monthly. The Council will also allocate $10,000 from reserves to cover the Castleton Library internet cancellation fee and review proposals for three new staff positions. Finally, a by‑law will be approved to confirm the special budget meeting proceedings.

• Approve the net levy percentage for the 2025 budget (exact percentage to be set).
• Allocate $10,000 from reserves for the Castleton Library internet cancellation fee.
• Review telecom system options: Option 1 – $26,895 + HST; Option 2 – $1,693.79 one‑time plus $889.76 monthly.
• Consider adding new positions: Accounting Clerk, Fire Assistant & Deputy Fire Chief, Interim Building Inspector.
• Approve By‑law 2025-20 confirming the special council budget meeting.

Special Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will discuss a Site Plan Amendment to change the hours of operation for the existing gravel pit at 13945 Telephone Road. Council will decide whether to submit a motion supporting or opposing the request for overnight/24‑hour operations to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry by February 21, 2025. The meeting also includes confirmation of By‑law 2025‑16 and public‑comment procedures.

• Site Plan Amendment to change hours of operation for the gravel pit at 13945 Telephone Road (Fidelity).
• Council motion to provide comments on the extended hours request to MNRF by Feb 21 2025.
• Approval of By‑law 2025‑16 confirming the special council meeting proceedings.
• Public comment submission deadline (Feb 11 2025) and open forum procedures.
• Recording equipment permissions per By‑Law 2020‑17.

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council is meeting for an information-only session on February 14, 2025. The agenda includes correspondence from local groups and resolutions from other municipalities regarding land transfer taxes, road safety, and tariffs.

• Correspondence from Think Tiny Homes Northumberland and Autism Ontario
• Resolutions from other municipalities on Land Transferrer Tax (LTT)
• Resolution on Ontario Rural Road Safety Program
• Resolutions regarding U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods
• Resolutions supporting a Deposit Return Program

Committee of the Whole

The Cramahe Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation on the Northumberland County broadband project and a delegation from MHBC and Fidelity about 24‑hour operations at the Telephone Road Pit. It will also review free‑facility requests that would waive fees for the Cramahe Firefighter Association’s March 22 hockey tournament and the Apple Country Garden Club’s May 31 plant sale. Finally, the Committee will recommend that Council direct staff to draft zoning by‑law amendments for 205/209 King Street (Rutherford) and 106 Kelwood Lane (Arthur).

• Presentation by Northumberland County on the Northumberland Broadband Project
• Delegation from MHBC and Fidelity regarding 24‑hour operations at Telephone Road Pit
• Free Facility Request to waive ice rental fees for the Cramahe Firefighter Association’s March 22 tournament
• Free Facility Request to waive the Victoria Square Special Event fee for the Apple Country Garden Club’s May 31 plant sale
• Recommendations to prepare zoning by‑law amendments for 205/209 King Street and 106 Kelwood Lane

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting on Feb 11, 2025, 5:00‑6:00 p.m. at the Keeler Center, Rotary Hall, 80 Division Street, Colborne. Council will consider two Zoning By‑Law amendments (D14-PAY-01-25 for 228 Dingman Road and D14-ARC-02-25 for 312 Begg Road) to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance. Agency feedback includes no objections from the County of Northumberland and Lower Trent Conservation; other agencies provided no comments. No public comments were received.

• Zoning amendment D14-PAY-01-25 for 228 Dingman Road (Concession 6 Part Lot 31)
• Zoning amendment D14-ARC-02-25 for 312 Begg Road (Concession 8 Part Lot 11)
• Agency comments: County of Northumberland – no objection; Lower Trent Conservation – no objection
• Public meeting details: Feb 11 2025, 5‑6 p.m., Keeler Center, 80 Division St., Colborne
• No public comments received for either amendment

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting will adopt the draft budgets for Library & Community Services, Transportation Services, Construction, Water and Wastewater. Each resolution directs staff to implement any necessary changes to the line items. A closed‑session segment will address cybersecurity matters and other confidential items.

• Approval of the draft Library & Community Services budget
• Approval of the draft Transportation Services budget
• Approval of the draft Construction budget
• Approval of the draft Water budget
• Approval of the draft Wastewater budget

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Township of Cramahe Healthcare Needs Committee will confirm the agenda, adopt minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting, and receive verbal updates on public consultation survey progress and a resource directory.

• Adoption of December 2, 2024 meeting minutes
• Verbal update on public consultation survey progress
• Verbal update on resource directory
• Confirmation of next meeting date

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Cramahe Township Special Council will vote to support the draft 2025 budgets for General Government, Protection Services, Fire Services, Planning & Development, Parks & Recreation, Facilities, Library & Community Services, Transportation Services, Construction, Water and Wastewater, and Building Services. The council will also receive information on obligatory reserves, overall reserves, the federal gas tax, long‑term debt, and the capital worksheet. Additional items include a $75,000 reserve allocation for a Single Axle Plow purchase and several grant requests ranging from $1,500 to $14,000.

• Approve draft General Government budget (Resolution to support as presented)
• Approve draft Protection Services budget (Resolution to support as presented)
• Approve draft Fire Services budget (Resolution to support as presented)
• Allocate $75,000 from taxation revenue to reserves for a Single Axle Plow replacement in 2026
• Consider grant requests: $14,000 to Community Care Northumberland; $1,500 to 103 Colton Street Ratepayers; $10,857 to McDonald Road Committee

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to review an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By‑law Amendment for the property at 512 Purdy Road. The proposed changes would allow a contractor’s yard and future dry industrial or commercial uses on the site. Staff will present the application details and agency comments, and the council will consider the amendments.

• Official Plan Amendment for 512 Purdy Road
• Zoning By‑law Amendment for 512 Purdy Road
• Presentation by RFA Consultants on behalf of Fidelity Group
• Presentation by MHBC Consultants on behalf of the Township of Cramahe
• Agency comments received (County of Northumberland, Lower Trent Conservation, Public Works, Fire Department, etc.)

Council Meeting

Council will consider several by-laws including 2025 interim tax levies, borrowing of funds, and a broadband networking agreement with Northumberland Networks LP. The meeting also includes votes on zoning amendments and a 4.79% increase in development charges.

• By-law 2025-03: Interim Tax Levies 2025
• By-law 2025-11: Broadband agreement with Northumberland Networks LP
• By-law 2025-13: 4.79% increase to development charges
• Zoning amendments for Elgin Street (BL-2025-07) and Parson Road (BL-2025-08)
• By-law 2025-10: Pre-servicing agreement for Eastfield Subdivision

Committee of Adjustment

The Cramahe Committee of Adjustment will hear three applications (D10‑ELL‑16‑24, D10‑ELL‑17‑24, D10‑ELL‑18‑24) for a vacant property on Valley Road. After reviewing staff reports and public comments, the committee will vote to approve each application with conditions on taxes, reference plans, rezoning, road widening and entrance permits. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting minutes and public comments.

• Approve application D10‑ELL‑16‑24 with conditions on taxes, reference plan, rezoning, road widening and entrance permits
• Approve application D10‑ELL‑17‑24 with similar conditions on taxes, reference plan, rezoning, road widening and entrance permits
• Approve application D10‑ELL‑18‑24 with similar conditions on taxes, reference plan, rezoning, road widening and entrance permits
• Review public and agency comments for the Valley Road applications
• Adopt minutes from the November 19, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business. Items include approving the agenda, adopting minutes from the previous meeting, receiving reports, confirming a by‑law, and allowing public comment periods. No specific policy proposals or contracts are listed.

• Approve the agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes of the previous council meeting
• Confirm By‑law 20-- - 00
• Receive the Council Information Package
• Public comment periods (open delegation and open forum)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will review the status of the business list update and discuss the 2025 budget process. Members will also discuss 401 bridge signs and a proposal from Northumberland County Economic Development and Tourism.

• Discussion of 401 Bridge Signs
• 2025 budget and process discussion with Manager of Planning V. Heffernan
• Proposal from Northumberland County Economic Development and Tourism
• Status update on the business list

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Cramahe Township Council will consider multiple 2025 capital budget items, including infrastructure repairs, equipment purchases, and service upgrades. Items range from a $120,000 water meter upgrade to a $75,000 gravel crushing contract and a $50,000 half‑ton truck purchase. The meeting also includes a series of grant applications totaling several thousand dollars for local cemeteries, community groups, and services.

• $120,000 water meter upgrade (ENV-01-25) funded by user fees and reserves
• $75,000 gravel crushing contract (PW-01-25) funded by taxation
• $50,000 purchase of a new half‑ton truck (PW-03-25) funded by taxation
• $30,000 brick work for Castleton Town Hall (FAC-02-25) funded by taxation
• $14,000 grant to Community Care Northumberland (9.k) funded by grant program

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will receive a correspondence update on the Canada Post review by the Industrial Inquiry Commission. It will also consider three resolutions from other municipalities: an update to the Municipal Elections Act, a resolution on the Safer Municipalities Act concerning park encampments, and a motion on redistributing the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities. No decisions are listed; the items are for information and discussion.

• Canada Post under review by the Industrial Inquiry Commission (Section 108 of the Canada Labour Code)
• Resolution to update the Municipal Elections Act as outlined by AMCTO
• Bill 242 Safer Municipalities Act resolution on safe park and open‑space use regarding encampments
• Motion to redistribute a portion of the Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package for items provided for information only. The package contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities regarding provincial funding, safety, and legislation.

• Resolutions for sustainable infrastructure funding via provincial land transfer tax and GST
• Support for the establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program
• Support for the protection of agricultural lands and sustainable development
• Opposition to provincial legislation governing bicycle lanes
• Resolutions regarding the Ontario Heritage Act and Planning Act changes

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and adopt minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting. It will receive disclosures of pecuniary interest and consider items for information. The committee will continue discussion of the 2025 Education and Information Partnering project.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Adopt minutes from October 10, 2024
• Disclosures of pecuniary interest
• Items for information
• Discuss 2025 Education and Information Partnering project

Budget - Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting will vote on a series of 2025 budget requests covering fire services, parks, transportation and planning. The most significant request is $3,000,000 to build a new fire hall in Castleton. Other items include staffing and equipment upgrades for the fire department and reserve transfers for community facilities. All decisions will be recorded as approvals, denials or deferrals.

• $3,000,000 construction of a new Castleton fire hall (Fire Services)
• $111,346.01 for a full‑time Deputy Fire Chief (Fire Services)
• $1,865,000 for replacement of fire department vehicles (Fire Services)
• $100,000 transfer to reserves for future replacement of the Keeler Centre arena floor (Parks & Recreation)
• $30,000 for the 2026 Official Plan amendment (Planning and Development)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to consider two zoning by-law amendments. One amendment concerns the parcel at 106 Kelwood Lane (Concession 2 Part Lot 32) and the other at 205 King Street East (Concession 2 Part Lot 27). Both proposals aim to bring severed and retained lots from a provisionally approved consent into zoning compliance. Agency feedback includes no objections from the County of Northumberland and pending comments from Lower Trent Conservation.

• Rezoning D14-ART-18-24 – 106 Kelwood Lane – bring severed lot into zoning compliance
• Rezoning D14-RUT-19-24 – 205 King Street East – bring severed lot into zoning compliance
• County of Northumberland – no objections on both applications
• Lower Trent Conservation – comments pending on both applications
• Public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Jan 14, 2025, 5:00‑6:00 pm at Keeler Centre

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing two zoning by-law amendment applications and a year-end update from the Clerk's Department. The body will decide whether to recommend that Council direct staff to implement these zoning changes.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment for Elgin Street (Bykiv) - Report PLAN-01-25
• Zoning By-Law Amendment for Parson's Road (GEENS) - Report PLAN-02-25
• Clerk’s Department 2024 Year End Update - Report CLERKS-04-25

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will receive items for information and discussion. Members will debrief the Skate with Santa event and plan future 2025 events. The manager will present the 2025 budget for Parks, Recreation and Facilities. The committee will continue its update on the Elgin Street Sports Park project.

• Skate with Santa event debrief and planning for 2025 events
• Presentation of the 2025 Parks and Recreation budget
• Update on the Elgin Street Sports Park (ESSP) project
• Adoption of minutes from the November 18, 2024 meeting

Council Information Package

This meeting is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities regarding provincial funding, infrastructure, and social services.

• Northumberland Inter-Municipal Task Force on Housing and Homelessness December 19 meeting summary
• Resolutions for an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program from South Stormont and Stratford
• Requests for redistribution of provincial land transfer tax and GST for sustainable infrastructure funding
• Resolutions regarding the Ontario Deposit Return Program for nonalcoholic beverage plastics
• Resolutions on charging gas utilities for use of municipal property and property tax implications for electricity industry properties