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East Hawkesbury public meetings in 2025

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

Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

East Hawkesbury Council to review 2026 Final Budget

The Township of East Hawkesbury is meeting to discuss the 2026 final budget and an asset management plan. The agenda includes presentations on a high speed rail project and a new fire station.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 budget and authorizes new fire station services

The Township Council adopted the 2026 budget estimates and approved the renewal of the municipal insurance policy. It also approved the architectural and engineering service bids for the new fire station. Two land‑division applications were approved with conditions, and the Asset Management Plan by‑law was passed. Accounts payable for November 2025 totaling $253,228.17 was approved.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Council to review 2026 budget and two zoning amendments

The Township of East Hawkesbury is holding a regular meeting to discuss the 2026 budget for a second time and consider two zoning by-law amendments (By-Law 2025-54 for Boa and By-Law 2025-55 for Mackenzie). Council will also hear a delegation on paving Con 9, receive monthly reports from departments, and consider a service renewal with the drainage superintendent.

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✓ Decided: Council approved two zoning amendment by-laws for land severances

The council approved By-Law No. 2025-54 and By-Law No. 2025-55, amending zoning for land severances B037-2025 and B017-2025. It also renewed the drainage superintendent contract with Leroux Consultant for 2026‑2027 and approved accounts payable of $741,077.83 for October 2025. Additionally, the council approved $500 donations to La Maison Interlude and to Les Chevalier de Colomb, and renewed the Escribe contract for a three‑year term.

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Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Zoning Public Meeting

East Hawkesbury council to consider zoning by-law amendment for Stardale Road

The Township of East Hawkesbury will hold a public meeting on November 10, 2025, to consider a zoning by-law amendment for properties at 3635 Stardale Road and 570 Con Road 1. The meeting will take place at Town Hall and will include the presentation of reports and draft by-law packages.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the planning report for zoning amendments at Stardale and Concession Roads

The council adopted the meeting agenda (Resolution #2025-139). It approved the Planning Report for the zoning by‑law amendment affecting 3635 Stardale Road and 570 Concession Road 1 (Resolution #2025-140). The meeting was adjourned at 6:04 p.m. (Resolution #2025-141).

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Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Township of East Hawkesbury to hold first presentation of 2026 Budget

The Township of East Hawkesbury will discuss the first presentation of the 2026 Budget. The council will also review monthly reports from the drainage, fire, roads, and building departments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved land division B‑071‑2025 for Ferme Benoit Lachaine

The council approved a land‑division request (B‑071‑2025) for Ferme Benoit Lachaine, requiring payment of administrative and review fees and any outstanding taxes. By‑Law No. 2025‑53 amending the Wilfrid Reilly municipal drain schedule was passed. The municipality approved $1,220,258.99 in accounts payable and transferred $42,567.71 from the recycling committee to a working‑capital account. The meeting was adjourned, reopened, and a closed session was held for land‑acquisition discussions.

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Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

By-laws for Paul Brunet Drainage Works and Little Rideau Creek amendment on agenda

The council will consider two drainage-related by-laws: By-Law 2025-49 for Paul Brunet Drainage Works and By-Law 2025-50 to amend the Little Rideau Creek extension assessment schedule. Monthly reports from the drainage, fire, roads, building, and treasurer departments will be received, including a 2025 budget update as of August 31, 2025. Council will also discuss incineration and recycling following a delegation on the LCR Battle of the Bats at Chute a Blondeau park.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $248,762.90 in accounts payable for August 2025

The council adopted the meeting agenda and passed two drainage by‑laws. It approved $248,762.90 in accounts payable for August 2025 and expressed support for Tweed’s incineration and recycling working group. A $10,000 discretionary fund was allocated to local community groups, and Karine Desjardins was appointed as temporary clerk for October 14, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Council will consider the Long‑Term Energy Project and related conflict

The meeting will review the Long‑Term Energy Project, including a municipal presentation and a disclosed conflict of interest by Robert Kirby. It will also consider applications for new lots, lot additions, and right‑of‑way approvals from the Prescott‑Russell Land Division Committee. The council will approve the variance report and accounts payable for July and August 2025, and discuss a motion seeking support for provincial drainage grant cuts.

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✓ Decided: Council backs solar energy project and approves multiple land divisions

The council adopted the meeting agenda and recorded declared conflicts of interest. It passed a resolution supporting the township’s submission of a 22 MW solar photovoltaic long‑term energy project. The council approved five land‑division applications, each with $250 administrative and $500 review fees and a condition that outstanding taxes be paid. It also approved June and July accounts payable totals and adopted the revised Community Safety and Well‑being Plan.

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Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Public Consultation

East Hawkesbury to allocate $50,000 for Augustin‑Larocque Park upgrades

The township held a public consultation to discuss modernizing Augustin‑Larocque Park. Recommendations include removing several existing structures and using the $50,000 Regional Community Investment Fund for a concrete multi‑use surface, a new accessible gazebo, and new playground equipment. The proposals aim to create a versatile, safe, and accessible space for residents.

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✓ Decided: Public consultation discussed park upgrades but recorded no decisions

The July 21, 2025 public consultation examined proposals to modernize Augustin‑Larocque Park, including a concrete multi‑use surface, a new accessible gazebo, playground equipment, and removal of several existing structures. Community members offered additional suggestions such as water‑play equipment, tree planting, signage, a walking trail, and fence removal. The minutes do not record any approvals, denials, votes, or formal decisions on the proposals.

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Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

No substantive items listed for East Hawkesbury meeting

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

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Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Regular Meeting

Council to discuss paving Concession 3, consider By-Law 2025-46

The Township of East Hawkesbury will review monthly reports from drainage, fire, roads, and building departments, and consider accounts payable. Notable items include discussing paving on Concession 3 with a surface treatment quote, and adoption of By-Law 2025-46 (details not specified). The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from May 12 and a confirming by-law.

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✓ Decided: Council awards paving contract for Concession 3 and approves park redevelopment report

The council adopted the meeting agenda and passed a by‑law to maintain the Fernand Lalonde Municipal Drain. It approved $275,003.61 in accounts payable for May 2025. The contract for paving Concession 3 (County Road 14 to Cunning Rd) was awarded to Cornwall Gravel Company LTD, with funding to come from the Canada community building fund. The inspection report for the redevelopment of Parc Augustin Larocque was accepted and the township was authorized to proceed with planning and design.

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Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Minor Variance Public Meeting

East Hawkesbury Committee to consider a Minor Variance

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider a Minor Variance application regarding a garage's dimensions and property line distance. The meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2025, at Town Hall.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves planning report for minor variance at 290 County Rd 10

The Committee of Adjustment adopted its agenda (Resolution #2025-74). It approved the planning report for the minor variance affecting 290 County Rd 10 (Resolution #2025-75). The meeting was then adjourned (Resolution #2025-76).

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Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Zoning Public Meeting

Public meeting on Zoning By-Law Application No.2025-41

The Township of East Hawkesbury is holding a public meeting on May 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM to consider Zoning By-Law Amendment Application No.2025-41. The agenda is largely procedural, including the call to order, adoption of the agenda, disclosures of conflict, and a report. Residents may make oral or written submissions before the by-law amendment is passed. No details on the subject property or proposed change are provided in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the planning report for Zoning By‑Law Amendment No. 2025‑41

The council adopted the meeting agenda (Resolution 2025‑71). It approved the Planning Report and recommendations for Zoning By‑Law Amendment No. 2025‑41 (Resolution 2025‑72). The meeting was then adjourned (Resolution 2025‑73).

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Mon May 12, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Township of East Hawkesbury to consider road widening and zoning changes

The Municipal Council will review several new by-laws including road widening and internet voting. The body will also discuss an Asset Management Plan and the sale of surplus lots.

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✓ Decided: Council approved road widening by-law to acquire land for highways

The council adopted the meeting agenda and authorized a joint housing infrastructure funding application. It approved a GrantMatch Corp agreement, several by‑laws—including road widening, internet voting, and zoning amendments—and approved $275,003.61 in accounts payable. The council also accepted a surplus‑land addition and sale, and approved an asset‑management plan proposal.

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Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Township of East Hawkesbury to consider 2025 taxation by-law

The Township of East Hawkesbury is meeting to discuss financial statements, budget reports, and several new by-laws. The agenda includes presentations on a grant match and an agrivoltaics project at Chute a Blondeau.

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✓ Decided: Council approved three land division requests and several key bylaws

The council approved the township’s financial statements and extended the dust‑control contract. It directed the administration to prepare a by‑law for electronic voting and approved three land‑division applications with fee and road‑widening conditions. Additional bylaws on taxation, code of conduct and drain maintenance were passed, and accounts payable of $1,173,134.94 were approved.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Council to vote on Fournier zoning amendment and 21 drain maintenance by-laws

The Township of East Hawkesbury council is considering a zoning amendment for the Fournier property and 21 drain maintenance by-laws for properties including Albert Crevier, Andrew Hughes, and others. Council will also appoint members to the Comité Centre D'Action and adopt monthly reports from drainage, fire, roads, building, and integrity commissioner departments.

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Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Zoning Public Meeting

Public meeting for Zoning By-Law Application No. B071-2024

The Township of East Hawkesbury is holding a public meeting to consider Zoning By-Law Application No. B071-2024. This application involves a land division with a condition to a zoning amendment.

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Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Council to consider amending building permit fee schedule

The Township of East Hawkesbury council will vote on three by-laws: an agreement with 211, employee benefits and working conditions, and an amendment to the building permit fee schedule. Council will also receive monthly reports from drainage, fire, roads, and building departments, and approve February accounts payable.

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Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Regular Meeting

Council considers 2025 budget, garbage and sewage rates

Council will consider several by-laws including the adoption of the 2025 budget (By-Law 2025-08), setting garbage rates for 2025, and establishing the Chute-a-Blondeau sewage rate. Also up for discussion are a temporary borrowing line of credit and the interim levy, along with a land division application and a presentation from 211 Service.

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