Espanola public meetings in 2025
59 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Budget Meeting of Council
Council is meeting to adopt the 2026 municipal budget and estimates. The body will also consider a payment modernization solution and the sale of land for a new OPP detachment.
- Bylaw No 3274/25 to adopt the 2026 municipal budget estimates
- Proposed $40,000 implementation of Creospark Microsoft integration solution for Vadim and Citywide systems
- Bylaw No. 3275/25 for the sale of land to the Minister of Infrastructure for a new OPP Detachment
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt several consent items, including confirming the November 25 minutes. It will approve a new Fees and Charges Bylaw (3269/25) effective Jan 1 2026. The council will award the Connecting Link Phase 5 construction contract to GIP Interpaving and adopt an insurance contract for 2026 worth $267,061 plus tax. It will also approve the job description for a Regional Deputy Fire Chief.
- Tender award: Connecting Link Phase 5 from Foucault to Kei Will Drive to GIP Interpaving
- Adoption of Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 3269/25, consolidating fees and repealing Bylaw 3220/24
- Adoption of Municipal Insurance Bylaw No. 3272/25 for $267,061 plus 8% tax for 2026‑2027
- Approval of Regional Deputy Fire Chief job description and posting for Winter 2026
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3273/25 confirming November 25, 2025 council proceedings
Special Budget Meeting of Council
The Town of Espanola Council will hold a special budget meeting to review the 2026 Operating Budget and discuss changes to Council remuneration for the upcoming year.
- Review of 2026 Operating Budget
- Discussion on Council Remuneration for 2026
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement
- Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
- Meeting at Council Chambers, 100 Tudhope Street
Special Budget Meeting of Council
The council will receive an update on the Town’s 2025 Strategic Plan and consider the first draft of the 2026 municipal budget, including capital, reserves, debt, and salaries and benefits. An in‑camera session will be held to discuss personal or employee‑related matters under the Municipal Act. The meeting also includes the customary Indigenous land acknowledgement and declaration of pecuniary interest.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Strategic Plan Update 2025 (attachment: Espanola Strategic Plan Update 2025 Final.pdf)
- First draft of 2026 municipal budget – Capital, Reserves and Debt (attachment: 2026 Budget - Capital, Reserves and Debt(1).pdf)
- First draft of 2026 municipal budget – Salaries and Benefits (attachment: 2026 Budget - Operating - Salaries and Benefits (002).pdf)
- In‑camera session for personal or employee matters under Bylaw No. 3120/23 and Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt two bylaws, including an interim tax levy for 2026. It will also approve the minutes from the regular and special meetings held on November 11, 2025. Delegations will present a doctor recruitment support request and a Renewable Power Partners Inc. presentation. Departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental Projects, Fire, and Building will be received.
- Adopt Bylaw No 3271/25 – Interim Tax Levy and payment of interim taxes for 2026
- Adopt Bylaw No 3270/25 – confirm council proceedings from the November 11, 2025 meeting
- Approve minutes of the regular and special council meetings of November 11, 2025
- Doctor Recruitment Support Request delegation (ERHHC)
- Renewable Power Partners Inc. presentation delegation
Community Services
The Community Services Board will open with an Indigenous land acknowledgement, followed by a disclosure of pecuniary interest. It will then receive departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental and Special Projects, Fire, and Building departments. No motions or decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Recreation Department report (Leisure Services October 2025)
- Public Works Department report (October 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department report (October 2026)
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
Council will meet in an "in camera" session to discuss confidential items. The agenda specifies discussions regarding personal matters of identifiable individuals and the proposed acquisition or disposition of land.
- Discussion of personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal or local board employees
- Discussion of proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt the consent agenda (CA-25-14) and approve Bylaw No. 3268/25, which confirms the proceedings of the October 14, 2025 meeting. Council will also vote on an exemption to the Firearms Bylaw as outlined in item M.1. In addition, the Council will receive departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental Services, Fire, Building, and Economic Development.
- Adopt consent agenda items CA-25-14 (items H.1 to L.6).
- Approve Bylaw No. 3268/25 confirming October 14, 2025 Council proceedings.
- Grant exemption to the Firearms Bylaw (item M.1).
- Receive departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental Services, Fire, Building, and Economic Development.
- Adopt minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held on October 14, 2025.
Corporate Services
The Espanola Corporate Services meeting scheduled for 2025-11-04 contains no specific agenda items. The agenda sections are empty, indicating only procedural or boilerplate content. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
Regular Council Meeting
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. No specific decisions, discussions, or action items are listed.
Community Services
The Town of Espanola Community Services Board will hear departmental reports from the Recreation, Public Works, Environmental and Special Projects, Fire, and Building departments. No motions or decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting will also include an Indigenous land acknowledgement and a disclosure of pecuniary interest before adjourning.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Recreation Department – Leisure Services Report (September 2025)
- Public Works Department Report (September 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department Reports (May 2025 and September 2025)
Regular Council Meeting
The October 14, 2025 regular council meeting will consider consent items, bylaws, and service contracts. Council will vote to award the Digitization of Property and Roll Files project to Polar Imaging for up to $36,980.80, funded by the Housing Accelerator Funds. The council will also approve a $15,400 assessment of the Red McCarthy Memorial Baseball Fields and a $26,500 annual fire dispatch service contract with Smith Falls. Additional items include adoption of Bylaw No 3266/25 and Bylaw No 3267/25 and approval of a Validation Certificate for a town property.
- Digitization Project awarded to Polar Imaging – maximum $36,980.80 plus HST
- Red McCarthy Memorial Baseball Fields assessment – $15,400 plus HST
- Fire dispatch service changeover to Smith Falls – annual cost $26,500
- Adoption of Bylaw No 3266/25 and Bylaw No 3267/25
- Approval of Validation Certificate for property PCL 30576 SEC SWS
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services meeting will open with an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement and a disclosure of pecuniary interests. A summer 2025 Economic Development report will be presented. The board will review a recommendation to digitize the town's property and roll files. A recommendation and assessment for the Red McCarthy Memorial Baseball Fields will also be discussed.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Economic Development Report for Summer 2025
- Recommendation regarding Digitization of Property and Roll Files
- Recommendation regarding Red McCarthy Memorial Baseball Fields Assessment
- MBTW Proposal for Baseball Field Assessment (RFQ)
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will consider several public hearings and bylaws, including a consent application to transfer land at 521 Annette Street and a zoning amendment for nearby lots. Council will vote on a $128,050 contribution to the Housing Accelerator Fund for residential infill projects on Elizabeth and Annette Streets. Additional items include adoption of a new multi‑residential subclass, approval of ice‑plant engineering services for $65,852.25, and a bylaw to set water and wastewater rates effective January 1, 2026.
- Approve Consent Application B04/25 for land transfer at 521 Annette Street
- Adopt Zoning By‑law Amendment Z03/25 for rezoning of lots on Annette Street
- Approve $128,050 contribution to Housing Accelerator Fund for Elizabeth and Annette Street infill projects
- Adopt Bylaw 3265/25 creating a new Multi‑Residential Property Subclass for affordable rentals
- Approve $65,852.25 contract with J.L. Richards & Associates for ice‑plant engineering services
Community Services
The Community Services committee will review departmental reports from June, July, and August 2025. The body is also considering a recommendation regarding an Automotive Stewardship amendment and a municipal and First Nations amending agreement.
- Recommendation regarding Automotive Stewardship Amendment
- Espanola municipal and First Nations Amending Agreement
- Departmental reports for Recreation, Public Works, Environmental and Special Projects, Fire, and Building departments
Regular Council Meeting
The council will hold public hearings on several zoning and consent applications, adopt a new land‑utilization policy, and consider a series of bylaws and resolutions. Key items include approving $716,800 and $820,000 for housing‑related road infrastructure, and authorizing internet and telephone voting for the 2026 elections.
- Public hearing on ZBA Application Z01/25 to rezone Merritt property to R3‑9 for 12 residential units
- Public hearing on Consent Application B03/25 to create a new lot and related conditions
- Approval of $716,800 for Yusko Crescent Extension road work and $820,000 for a road between McKinnon Drive and Mead Boulevard under the Housing Accelerator Fund
- Adoption of alternative voting methods (internet and telephone) for the 2026 municipal and school board election
- Adoption of the Land Utilization Strategy and Policy for municipal land acquisition and disposition
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will disclose any pecuniary interests, then enter an in‑camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23. A closed session will be held for personal matters about identifiable individuals and negotiation criteria as allowed by Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act. The meeting will resume after the closed session and then be adjourned.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- In Camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23
- Closed Session per Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act
- Resume Special Meeting
- Adjournment
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services meeting will hear a recommendation on the Town of Espanola’s Land Utilization Policy and review the accompanying Land Utilization Strategy and Policy document. Departmental reports from the POA Department for April‑June 2025 and POA charge totals for ESP and EL will be presented. An update on the Economic Diversification Strategy will be provided. The meeting also includes an Indigenous land acknowledgement and standard disclosures.
- Recommendation regarding Land Utilization Policy
- Town of Espanola Land Utilization Strategy and Policy document
- Departmental Report 2025 April‑June (POA Department)
- Total POA charges received ESP
- Total POA charges received EL
Special Meeting of Council
This special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and a request to enter an in-camera session. No specific public business items or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Request to enter an in-camera session for personal matters, negotiations, land acquisition/disposition, or confidential commercial information
Regular Council Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing and vote on two bylaws that amend the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law to add about 16 hectares to the urban settlement area and rezone the land for residential development. Additional resolutions include confirming July 8 council minutes, approving a Connecting Link agreement with the Ministry of Transportation, and awarding RFPs for a climate‑action adaptation plan and an economic diversification strategy.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3255/25 to amend the Official Plan and expand the urban settlement boundary by roughly 16 hectares.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3256/25 to rezone the same lands from Rural, Rural Residential, Mineral Extraction and Highway Commercial (C2‑h) to Residential First Density (R1‑h) and Residential Third Density (R3‑h).
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3253/25 confirming the proceedings of the July 8, 2025 council meeting.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3254/25 to execute an agreement with the Ministry of Transportation for the Connecting Link Program 2025‑2026 (intake 10).
- Award the Climate Action Adaptation Plan RFP to J.L. Richards.
Regular Council Meeting
The council will adopt the consent agenda and approve minutes from the June 24 meeting. It will adopt several bylaws, including the appointment of a Deputy Treasurer and an Integrity Commissioner. The council will consider a temporary exemption to the Noise Bylaw for a mixed slo‑pitch tournament at Red McCarthy Fields. Member motions supporting veterans income thresholds and Bill 49 for northern highway safety will also be discussed.
- Noise Bylaw exemption for a slo‑pitch tournament at Red McCarthy Fields (Aug 8‑10, 2025)
- Bylaw No 3251/25 appointing Deputy Treasurer Cathy Tessier
- Bylaw No 3252/25 appointing Integrity Commissioner Aird & Berlis LLP
- Bylaw No 3250/25 confirming June 24 council proceedings
- Member motion supporting Bill 49 Northern Highway 11 & 17 Safety Act
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will consider the allocation of a 2024 operating surplus and review two land consent applications. The meeting includes decisions on a pool chemical upgrade contract and a gravel tender award.
- Allocation of approximately $332,000 operating surplus to various reserves
- Pool chemical upgrade project bid from Acapulco for $68,910 plus HST
- Gravel tender award to E. Corbiere & Sons Contracting
- Consent Application B01/25 to sever 7,938 m² at MERRITT CON 1 LOT 9 PCL 7997
- Consent Application B02/25 to sever 373-377 Thornloe Ave into two properties
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The council is meeting in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals and municipal employees. The session also covers positions, plans, or instructions for municipal negotiations.
- In-camera session regarding personal matters of identifiable individuals and employees
- Discussion of negotiation positions, plans, and procedures
Community Services
The agenda for the Espanola Community Services meeting on June 17, 2025 contains no listed items. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive proposals, decisions, or discussions recorded. No items are described for consideration or vote.
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will meet in camera on June 10, 2025 following its regular meeting. The agenda consists only of procedural items: disclosure of pecuniary interest, opening an in‑camera session, a closed session, resuming the special meeting, and adjournment. No public items or attachments were selected for discussion.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- In Camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23
- Closed Session
- Resume Special Meeting
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The council will approve several contracts and financial plans. It will award the Sand Dome Roof Replacement tender to Quantum Builders Inc. for $128,900 plus HST. Additional items include a $86,600 contract administration agreement for Connecting Link Phase 5, a $102,000 design contract for the Baffles Project, a $37,500 winter sand tender, and approval of the Municipal Drinking Water Financial Plan.
- Award Sand Dome Roof Replacement tender to Quantum Builders Inc. for $128,900 plus HST
- Enter contract administration agreement with Tulloch Engineering for Connecting Link Phase 5 for $86,600
- Approve design work for Baffles Project with RV Anderson for $102,000 (estimated total project cost $1,000,000)
- Award Winter Sand Tender WS‑2025 to James Lathem Excavating Inc. for $37,500
- Approve Municipal Drinking Water Financial Plan under the Safe Drinking Water Act
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services meeting will begin with an Indigenous land acknowledgement. Departmental reports from Economic Development and POA will be presented. The board will decide on recommendations for a Sand Dome roof replacement tender, contract administration for Connecting Link Phase 5, a new household hazardous waste day agreement, a water‑treatment plant baffle factor, and a deeming bylaw for lot consolidation on Merritt Street.
- Recommendation on Sand Dome Roof Replacement Tender Award
- Recommendation on Contract Administration for Connecting Link Phase 5
- Recommendation on Household Hazardous Waste Day agreement with Product Care association
- Recommendation on Water Treatment Plant Baffle Factor
- Deeming Bylaw for a Lot Consolidation on Merritt Street
Regular Council Meeting
The council adopted Bylaw No. 3243/25 to levy and collect property taxes for the 2025 taxation year. It also approved temporary exemptions for the Knight Cruisers Car Show on May 31, including parking, road closure on Avery Dr., and noise bylaws. Additional actions included adopting Bylaw No. 3247/25 to confirm the May 13 meeting, and declaring June as Pride Month in the town.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3243/25 – levy and collect property taxes for 2025
- Approve temporary exemptions for Knight Cruisers Car Show (parking, Avery Dr. closure, noise bylaws) on May 31, 2025
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3247/25 – confirm proceedings of the May 13 council meeting
- Declare the month of June as Pride Month in the Town of Espanola
- Adopt minutes for the regular meeting of May 13, 2025 and the special meeting of May 20, 2025
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola held a special council meeting following the regular meeting on May 27, 2025. Council disclosed any pecuniary interests, then resolved to go into an in‑camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23 and Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act. The meeting proceeded with a closed session, resumed, and then adjourned. No substantive agenda items were presented.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Resolution to hold an in‑camera session under Bylaw No. 3120/23 Section 4.5.2
- Closed Session under Municipal Act Section 239.2
Community Services
The Community Services body will meet to receive departmental reports from April 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items and the presentation of reports from various town departments.
- Recreation Department report (Leisure Services April 2025)
- Public Works Department report (April 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department report (April 2025)
- Fire Department report (April 2025)
- Building Department report (April 2025)
Special Meeting of Council
The council will hold a public hearing under Section 34 of the Planning Act to consider a proposed amendment to Zoning By-law No. 3022/21 that corrects anomalies and adds clarity to definitions, general provisions, and zones. The council is expected to adopt By-law No. 3245/25, which amends the existing zoning by-law for all lands in Espanola. The council will also approve continued sole‑source GIS support from J.L. Richards & Associates Limited and adopt a cloud‑based e‑permitting system from PSD Citywide with a one‑time set‑up cost of $57,900 funded by the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Public hearing on proposed Zoning By-law Amendment to correct anomalies and add clarity to By-law No. 3022/21 (applies to all town lands).
- Adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment No. 3245/25 to amend By-law No. 3022/21.
- Approval of sole‑source GIS support contract with J.L. Richards & Associates Limited.
- Adoption of cloud‑based e‑permitting system from PSD Citywide; one‑time set‑up cost $57,900 (Housing Accelerator Fund funded).
- Housing Action Plan update (no dollar amount specified).
Regular Council Meeting
The council will adopt minutes from April and May meetings and approve two bylaws—one confirming April proceedings and another appointing a Deputy Treasurer. It will also decide on two key items: a $59,832.05 purchase of a 2025 Ford F‑150 XL for the recreation department, and the adoption of Bylaw 3244/25 to formalize an agreement for the use of the Second Street laneway.
- Approve purchase of a 2025 Ford F‑150 XL recreation truck for $59,832.05
- Adopt Bylaw 3244/25 to execute the Second Street laneway agreement
- Adopt Bylaw No 3241/25 confirming April 22, 2025 council proceedings
- Adopt Bylaw No 3242/25 appointing Deputy Treasurer Lise Harrison
- Adopt minutes from the regular and special council meetings of April 22 and May 1, 2025
Corporate Services
The Town of Espanola Corporate Services Council had a meeting set for May 6, 2025, but it was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed, decided, or presented. Consequently, no reports, resolutions, or actions were taken at this meeting.
Special Meeting of Council
The Town of Espanola council will begin the meeting with a disclosure of pecuniary interests and an Indigenous land acknowledgement statement. It will then resolve, under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23 and Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act, to go into an in‑camera session for personal employee matters, land acquisition or disposition, and solicitor‑client privileged advice. The agenda includes a closed session, a resume of the special meeting, and adjournment. No other decisions or items are listed.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Resolution to go in‑camera under Bylaw No. 3120/23 (Section 4.5.2) per Municipal Act Section 239.2
- Closed Session
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will discuss the sale of land to North Bay Hydro for a new substation and the temporary removal of part lot control for 45 Yusko Crescent. The body is also reviewing departmental reports and appointing property standards and bylaw officers.
- Bylaw 3240/25: Sale of land to North Bay Hydro for a new hydro substation
- Bylaw 3239/25: Temporary removal of Part Lot Control for 45 Yusko Crescent
- Reallocation of $12,000 from Economic Development Reserve for computer and AV equipment
- Bylaw 3237/25: Appointing the Chief Building Official as a Property Standards Officer
- Bylaw 3236/25: Appointing Wenrick Kennels and employees as Pound Keepers and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement Officers
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will disclose any pecuniary interests, then move into an in-camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23 as authorized by Section 239.2 of the Municipal Act. The meeting will include a closed session, resume the special meeting, and then adjourn. No substantive items were selected for discussion.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Resolution to go in‑camera under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23
- Closed Session
- Resume Special Meeting
- Adjournment
Community Services
The Community Services Committee will open with an Indigenous land acknowledgement, followed by a disclosure of pecuniary interest. The meeting consists of departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental and Special Projects, Fire, and Building departments. No motions or decisions are listed; the agenda is procedural.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Recreation Department report (Leisure Services March 2025)
- Public Works Department report (March 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department report (March 2025)
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will declare the seat of Councillor Sandra Hayden vacant and adopt a new policy to fill the vacancy by appointing a new member within 60 days. The meeting also includes the adoption of a confirmatory bylaw, the Prohibited Behavior and Trespass Policy, and the Special Recognition Awards and Naming Committee Policy.
- Declaration of Councillor Sandra Hayden's seat vacant
- Adoption of Council Vacancy Policy
- Adoption of Prohibited Behavior and Trespass Policy
- Adoption of Special Recognition Awards and Naming Committee Policy
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3235/25
Corporate Services
The Town of Espanola is meeting to discuss a recommendation for a new Prohibited Behavior and Trespass Policy. The agenda also includes a report from the Economic Development Department for March 2025.
- Recommendation regarding Prohibited Behavior and Trespass Policy and Procedure
- Economic Development Report for March 2025
- Review of Trespass Policy documents
Regular Council Meeting
The council adopted Bylaw No. 3234/25 confirming the March 11 meeting proceedings and Bylaw No. 3233/25 amending Bylaw No. 2559/13. It recognized April 2 as World Autism Day and approved a contract with GFL to provide Household Hazardous Waste Services for an event day. The council also received the 2024 Annual Drinking Water Report and various departmental reports.
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3234/25 confirming March 11 council proceedings
- Adoption of Bylaw No. 3233/25 amending Bylaw No. 2559/13
- Resolution recognizing World Autism Day on April 2
- Contract awarded to GFL for Household Hazardous Waste Day services
- Receipt of the 2024 Annual Drinking Water Report
Community Services
The Community Services body will review February 2025 departmental reports and the 2024 Annual Water Report. The meeting consists primarily of reports from various town departments.
- 2024 Annual Water Report
- Recreation Department report (February 2025)
- Public Works Department report (February 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department report (February 2025)
- Fire and Building Department reports (February 2025)
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola council held a special meeting on March 11, 2025. Items on the agenda were procedural, including a disclosure of pecuniary interest and an in‑camera session authorized by Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23. The council entered a closed session for confidential matters before resuming and adjourning the meeting.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- In Camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23
- Closed Session for confidential matters
- Resume Special Meeting
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt several bylaws, including Bylaw No. 3231/25 to confirm participation in the OMERS Primary Pension Plan and Bylaw No. 3230/25 for the Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Control Contract. The council will also adopt a confirmatory bylaw (No. 3232/25) and approve minutes from the February 25 meetings. Reports from the Economic Development Department, POA Department, and the Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Control 2024 Annual Report will be received. No public hearings, delegations, or member motions are scheduled.
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3231/25 – participation in OMERS Primary Pension Plan
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3230/25 – Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Control Contract
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3232/25 – confirmatory bylaw for February 25 council proceedings
- Approve minutes from the Regular and Special Council meetings of February 25, 2025
- Receive departmental reports: Economic Development, POA, and Bylaw Enforcement & Animal Control 2024 Annual Report
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Council will receive departmental reports from Economic Development, POA, and Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Control. It will consider Bylaw No. 3231/25 concerning OMERS participation. The council will discuss and potentially approve a recommendation on the contract for Bylaw Enforcement and Animal Control services.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- Economic Development Departmental Report (February 2025)
- Bylaw No. 3231/25 – OMERS Participation Update
- Recommendation regarding Bylaw Enforcement Services and Animal Control Contract
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola will hold a special meeting on February 25, 2025. The session is scheduled to be held in camera to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.
- In-camera session regarding personal matters of an identifiable individual
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt the consent agenda (CA-25-04) and approve the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting. It will also adopt Bylaw No 3229/25, which confirms the proceedings of that February meeting. Departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Environmental & Special Projects, Fire, and Building are to be received. Additional informational items on tile‑drain loan limits, land‑transfer tax redistribution, and cell‑tower maintenance are noted.
- Adopt consent agenda items H.1‑L.7 (CA-25-04)
- Approve minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 11, 2025
- Adopt Bylaw No 3229/25 confirming February 11 meeting proceedings
- Receive departmental reports: Recreation, Public Works, Environmental & Special Projects, Fire, Building
- Information items: increase Tile Drain Loan limit to $250,000; request redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST; notice of motion on cell towers and maintenance
Community Services
The Community Services body is meeting to receive departmental reports. The agenda consists of procedural items and the presentation of reports from various town departments.
- Recreation Department Report (January 2025)
- Public Works Department Report (February 2025)
- Environmental and Special Projects Department Report (January 2025)
- Fire Department Report
- Building Department Report (January 2025)
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider and resolve to award the Connecting Link Phase 4 tender to GIP with an upper contract limit of $6,153,404 and authorize up to $1,100,000 in debt for the project. It will adopt Bylaw 3228/25 to set the 2025 capital, operating and user‑fee budget and adopt Bylaw 3227/25 confirming prior council proceedings. The council will approve the La Cloche O.P.P. Detachment Board remuneration, travel and training expense policy and related memorandum of agreement. Additional items include adoption of minutes, receipt of reports, and an Indigenous land acknowledgement statement.
- Tender award for Connecting Link Phase 4 – contract limit $6,153,404; debt authorization up to $1,100,000
- Adoption of Bylaw 3228/25 – 2025 capital, operating and user‑fee budget
- Adoption of Bylaw 3227/25 – confirmatory bylaw for Jan 28 2025 council proceedings
- Approval of La Cloche O.P.P. Detachment Board remuneration, travel and training expense policy and administrative services agreement
- Indigenous land acknowledgement of Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 and traditional territories of local First Nations
Special Budget Meeting of Council
The council will open with an Indigenous land acknowledgement, review any declared pecuniary interests, and consider a recommendation to reduce the municipal budget. The budget recommendation is attached as a PDF document.
- Indigenous Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Declaration of Pecuniary Interest
- Recommendation regarding Budget Reduction (municipal budget)
Corporate Services
The Corporate Services meeting agenda contains no specific items or decisions. It appears to be a placeholder agenda without listed proposals, contracts, or hearings. No actions or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will adopt the consent agenda items, approve minutes from recent meetings, and adopt Bylaw No. 3226/25 which confirms the proceedings of the January 14, 2025 regular meeting. The council will also receive departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Fire, Building, and Environmental Services. Additional information items include resolutions and motions from other municipalities on housing, homelessness, agricultural land protection, and other topics. Future council and committee meeting dates are announced.
- Adopt consent agenda items H.1 to L.5 (minutes and reports) as a package
- Approve minutes for the Jan 14 regular meeting and Jan 15‑16, 22 special budget meetings
- Adopt Bylaw No. 3226/25 to confirm the proceedings of the Jan 14 regular meeting
- Receive departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Fire, Building, and Environmental Services
- Information items: resolutions/motions from other municipalities on housing, homelessness, agricultural lands, cycling lanes, tile‑drain loan limits, and other policy matters
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council is meeting for a special session. The meeting is designated as 'in camera' to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.
- Closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual
Special Budget Meeting of Council
The Town of Espanola council will discuss a Blue Box Transition, a public works garage capital planning study, and the first draft of the 2025 municipal budget, including capital, reserves, debt, and operating components. The meeting also includes an Indigenous land acknowledgement and a declaration of pecuniary interest.
- Blue Box Transition (2025)
- Public Works Garage Capital Planning
- Municipal Budget 1st Draft – Capital, Reserves and Debt
- Municipal Budget 1st Draft – Operating Budget Presentation (updated Jan. 15, 2025)
Community Services
The Town of Espanola Community Services Board will open the meeting with an Indigenous land acknowledgement statement. It will then receive a disclosure of pecuniary interest followed by departmental reports from Recreation, Public Works, Fire, Building, and Environmental Services for November and December 2024. No items are selected for decision at this meeting.
- Recreation Department – Leisure Services reports (Nov 2024, Dec 2024)
- Public Works Department – reports (Nov 2024, Dec 2024)
- Fire Department – reports (Nov 2024, Dec 2024)
- Building Department – reports (Nov 2024, Dec 2024)
- Environmental Services – report (Dec 2024)
Special Budget Meeting of Council
Council will discuss the first draft of the 2025 Operating Budget. The meeting includes a presentation covering various municipal departments and the impact of growth and assessment risk.
- Review of 2025 Operating Budget draft
- Budget discussions for Fire and Emergency Services and Police
- Budget discussions for Health and Social Services
- Review of funding to external organizations
- In camera session regarding litigation and negotiations
Special Budget Meeting of Council
Council is meeting to discuss the first draft of the 2025 Operating Budget. The discussion will cover the organizational structure and specific budget allocations for various town services.
- 2025 Organizational Structure
- 2025 User Fee Based Budget
- 2025 Levy Based Budget
- Transportation budget
- Waste Collection and Disposal, and Recreation budgets
Special Meeting of Council Following Regular Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will meet in camera on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Council Chambers, 100 Tudhope Street. The agenda includes a disclosure of pecuniary interest, an in-camera session under Bylaw No. 3120/23, a closed session, and the resumption and adjournment of the special meeting. No public items or attachments are listed for discussion or decision.
- Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
- In Camera session under Section 4.5.2 of Bylaw No. 3120/23
- Closed Session
- Resume Special Meeting
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Espanola Council will consider a zoning bylaw amendment to rezone a property at 551 Centre Street from Highway Commercial to C2-8 to permit a distribution warehouse. The meeting will also adopt confirmatory bylaws and receive budget presentations for 2025.
- Zoning bylaw amendment for 551 Centre Street (C2 to C2-8)
- Bylaw No. 3224/25 to amend the Zoning Bylaw
- Bylaw No. 3225/25 to execute Fire Protection Grant Funding agreement
- Award of audit services contract to Pahapill and Associates Professional Corporation
- Council motion supporting Ontario's $183 million rural road safety program
Corporate Services
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed.