Georgian Bluffs, ON

Council Meeting

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Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board Sub Committee

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Inter Township Joint Board of Management

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Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

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Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

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Council Meeting

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Council Meeting

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Special Council Meeting

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Committee of Adjustment

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Committee of Adjustment

The Georgian Bluffs Committee of Adjustment is meeting virtually to decide four property applications: two minor variances (for accessory structures at 318798 Grey Road 1 and 141 MacIntosh Drive) and two consents (lot severances at 4117879 Grey Road 3 and 442538 Concession 21). Staff recommend approval for all four, subject to conditions. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Minor variance A-02-26 (Hills & Schoeneweiss): allow accessory structure lot coverage of 1.75% (max 1%) at 318798 Grey Road 1
• Consent B-09-26 (Potter): sever ~43.36 acres at 4117879 Grey Road 3 for lot addition to Sharedon Farms; $660 GSCA review fee
• Minor variance A-03-26 (Le Dressay & Nagora): 552 sq ft accessory structure with reduced setbacks at 141 MacIntosh Drive; $400 County review fee
• Consent B-12-26 (Fletcher): create 1 residential lot at 442538 Concession 21; $350 certification fee, $1,200 parkland dedication, requires zoning by-law amendment
• Approval of April 21 and July 21, 2026 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

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Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

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Committee of Adjustment

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Inter Township Joint Board of Management

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Council Meeting

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Council adopted By-law 2026-039, the new Official Plan, and By-law 2026-040, the Election Sign By-law, both passed after three readings. They also approved several contracts, including a $100,000 cemetery services RFP to E. Lees & Associates, a $137,190 purchase of two electric vehicles, a $89,515.45 sidewalk replacement tender, and a $266,000 engineering contract for 14th Street reconstruction. Council directed staff to prepare a by-law for a new asset management policy and to undertake an economic development analysis for cannabis retail.

• Adopted By-law 2026-039, the new Official Plan, after three readings.
• Adopted By-law 2026-040, the Election Sign By-law, repealing By-law 2018-033.
• Awarded RFP for cemetery services to E. Lees & Associates Consulting Ltd. at $100,000, funded from the Cemeteries Sustainability Reserve.
• Awarded RFT2026-09 to Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC for two 2026/2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV LTs at $68,595 each, total $137,190, plus $20,000 from Climate Change reserve for chargers and tires.
• Awarded RFT 2026-08 for Sidewalk Replacement Program to P&G Landscaping and Snow Removal inc. at $89,515.45.
• Awarded 14th Street Reconstruction Engineering to GSS Engineering at $266,000.
• Directed staff to prepare a by-law to adopt the Integrated Asset Management Policy and update useful life of assets.
• Directed staff to undertake an economic development analysis for cannabis retail.

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board will discuss whether the current equal-contribution funding model among participating municipalities is fair and equitable. The board will also receive the 2025 Detachment Board Annual Report.

• Review of municipal funding formula for OPP contributions
• Receipt of the 2025 Detachment Board Annual Report
• Reports on West Region Detachment Board Symposium and PGO Spring Conference
• Correspondence regarding Toronto Police readiness for FIFA World Cup 2026

The Board approved the 2025 Detachment Board Annual Report and directed staff to research alternative funding options for participating municipalities. Staff were also directed to amend the Procedure Bylaw regarding attendance and mid-term vacancies.

• Approved 2025 Detachment Board Annual Report (GBOPP2026-36)
• Directed staff to amend Procedure Bylaw to address mid-term vacancies and attendance (GBOPP2026-38)
• Directed staff to provide funding options for Board consideration regarding municipal contributions (GBOPP2026-39)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from May 26 and May 22, 2026
• Adopted consent agenda for information (GBOPP2026-37)

BioGRID Joint Board of Management

The BioGRID Joint Board will consider approving the 2025 draft financial statements and audit findings. The main decision is whether to authorize partial decommissioning of the biodigester facility, including optional full demolition. A delegation will also present on A1 Toilets.

• Approve draft 2025 financial statements and audit findings for biodigester
• Authorize partial decommissioning of Georgian Bluffs/Chatsworth biodigester (GHD proposal, April 2026)
• Delegation: A1 Toilets presentation by Paul Hindle
• Receive May 2026 budget-to-actual comparison

Council Meeting

The Council will review several zoning by-law amendment applications, including a proposal for a commercial cottage park. They are also set to consider adopting a new Official Plan and reviewing the East Linton Water Master Plan update.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z07-26 (Aleksic)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment Z-05-25 (Olivier) regarding Grey Rd. 1
• $60,000 unbudgeted expenditure for East Linton Water Master Plan update
• Adoption of the new Official Plan
• Shallow Lake, East Linton, Pottawatomi, and Oxenden water system performance reports

Council formally adopted the township's new Official Plan and directed staff to prepare the necessary by-law. Additionally, Council authorized an unbudgeted $60,000 expenditure from the Working Capital Reserve to update the East Linton Water Master Plan. Public hearings were held for two zoning by-law amendments, both of which were received for information.

• Adopted the new Official Plan (RES2026-161)
• Authorized $60,000 (+H.S.T) from Working Capital Reserve for East Linton Water Master Plan update (COW2026-029)
• Received Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z07-26 (Aleksic) for information
• Received Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z05-25 (Olivier) for information
• Approved letter of support to Municipality of Wawa regarding Provincial School Board Governance Consultation Process (RES2026-164)
• Approved letter of support to Municipality of Wawa opposing proposed changes to FIPPA (RES2026-165)

Committee of Adjustment

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Council Meeting

Council will decide on a $60,000 update to the East Linton Water Master Plan, set new water rates after a public meeting, authorize up to $10,000 in garbage bag tag refunds, and pass zoning and building by-laws. A closed session will discuss enforcement and drainage litigation.

• $60,000 (unbudgeted) for East Linton Water Master Plan update
• Public meeting and new rates for East Linton, Shallow Lake, Oxenden, Pottawatomi water systems
• Up to $10,000 in garbage bag tag refunds for residents
• Zoning by-law amendment for 340068 Stone School Road
• New Building Services by-law under Ontario Building Code Act

Council authorized an unbudgeted $60,000 expenditure from the Working Capital Reserve to update the East Linton Water Master Plan. They also approved garbage bag tag refunds up to $10,000 for residents and passed a zoning by-law amendment for 340068 Stone School Road. Funding for the Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance was deferred pending a special events report.

• Approved $60,000 East Linton Water Master Plan update from Working Capital Reserve (carried)
• Approved garbage bag tag refunds up to $10,000 (carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment Z06-26 for 340068 Stone School Road (carried)
• Deferred Cobble Beach funding request until special events report (carried)
• Approved Building Services By-law 2026-036 (carried)
• Directed staff to update By-law Enforcement Policy (carried)
• Approved 2026 Water System Financial Plan (carried)
• Waived tent permit fee for Memorial Tree Ceremony (carried)

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board will vote on a new Communication Policy (OPP2026-07) and receive a report on First Nation representation on the board (OPP2026-09). They will also discuss an annual self-assessment survey and endorse a 2026 action plan for the detachment commander's performance review. A closed session is scheduled for the initial review of the detachment commander's performance feedback.

• Approve Communication Policy (GBOPP-POLICY-05)
• Receive report on First Nation representation on the board
• Endorse 2026 Action Plan priorities for Detachment Commander performance review
• Receive correspondence on province-wide police integrity inspection
• Closed session to review Detachment Commander performance feedback

The board deferred consideration of Report OPP2026-09 on First Nation representation and directed the chair to consult with First Nations representatives. Staff were instructed to draft a letter appealing the province for a funding model review. The board also approved a Communication Policy and endorsed the 2026 Action Plan priorities.

• Deferred report on First Nation representation (OPP2026-09)
• Directed chair to consult with First Nations representatives
• Directed staff to draft funding appeal letter to province
• Approved Communication Policy (GBOPP-POLICY-05)
• Endorsed 2026 Action Plan priorities for Commander performance review
• Adopted closed session minutes from five previous meetings

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board Sub Committee

The sub-committee will prioritize commitments in the draft 2026-2029 action plan for Grey Bruce OPP. A closed session will be held for an initial review of the detachment commander's performance feedback under the Community Safety and Policing Act.

• Action Plan Commitments to be Prioritized for 2026 (draft PDF attached)
• Closed session: Initial Review - Detachment Commander Performance Feedback (exemption b, sec. 44(2) of Community Safety and Policing Act)

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board Sub-Committee discussed and prioritized five Action Plan Commitments for 2026, focusing on crime reduction, roadway enforcement, mental health response, recruitment, and indigenous community support. The board requested measurable performance indicators for the Mobile Crisis Response Team program. No other decisions were made; a closed session on Detachment Commander performance feedback resulted in no action.

• Prioritized crime reduction with 10% increase in proactive patrols
• Prioritized roadway enforcement with year-over-year increase in charges for Big 4 violations
• Prioritized mental health response with measurable indicators for MCRT program
• Prioritized formal recruitment initiatives within detachment area
• Prioritized culturally informed support for two indigenous communities
• Closed session on DC performance feedback - no action taken

Special Council Meeting

The Georgian Bluffs Special Council meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual (the CAO performance evaluation). No other decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session for CAO performance evaluation

The special council meeting consisted of a closed session for the annual CAO performance evaluation. No substantive decisions were made in open session. Council approved the agenda and a confirming by-law.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session for CAO performance evaluation (unanimous)
• Completed Part 1 of CAO performance evaluation, no further action taken
• Passed By-law 2026-032 to confirm proceedings (unanimous)

Council Meeting

Council will consider a water rate study that may lead to rate changes, and direct staff to hold a public meeting for four water systems. They will also vote on awarding a $727,453 contract for the Kemble Culvert Replacement and a $446,350 contract for the 2026 Surface Treatment Preservation Program. Other items include a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Stone School Road and updates to refreshment vehicle fees.

• Water rate study presented; Council to approve 2026 Water Rate Study & Financial Plan, direct public meeting for East Linton, Shallow Lake, Oxenden, Pottawatomi systems
• Kemble Culvert Replacement awarded to R.F. King Holding for $727,453.50 (excl. HST)
• 2026 Surface Treatment Preservation Program awarded to Miller Paving Ltd. for $446,350 (excl. HST)
• Zoning amendment for 340068 Stone School Road from Rural (RU) to Open Space One (OS1) with site-specific provisions
• Refreshment Vehicle Licence Fees amended, replacing By-law 2021-033

Council approved a zoning by-law amendment rezoning 340068 Stone School Road from Rural to Open Space One (OS1) with site-specific provisions. They awarded a $727,453.50 contract to R.F. King Holding for the Kemble Culvert Replacement (with Councillor Winters abstaining). A $446,350 contract for the 2026 Surface Treatment Preservation Program was awarded to Miller Paving Ltd. Council also approved amended Refreshment Vehicle Licence Fees and authorized the reclassification and opening of a section of Centre Road as a public highway.

• Approved zoning by-law amendment Z06-26 rezoning land at 340068 Stone School Road to OS1 (carried)
• Awarded Kemble Culvert Replacement contract to R.F. King Holding for $727,453.50 (carried, Winter abstained)
• Awarded 2026 Surface Treatment Preservation Program to Miller Paving Ltd. for $446,350 (carried)
• Approved amended Refreshment Vehicle Licence Fees (carried)
• Authorized opening Centre Road north of Colpoy’s Range Road as a public highway (carried)
• Directed staff to report on opting into retail cannabis stores by August 2026 (carried)

Committee of Adjustment

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Special Council Meeting

Council will hold a special strategic session to complete a presentation on proposed levels of service. This meeting is a continuation of unfinished business from a previous session held on June 9, 2025.

• Levels of Service Strategic Session (resuming from slide 26)
• By-law No. 2026-029 to confirm proceedings

Council approved a motion directing staff to prepare cost estimates for adopting proposed levels of service across roads, bridges, culverts, buildings, technology, and other asset categories. The new service targets include enhancing gravel roads to 'Good', improving poor roads to 'Fair', and maintaining recreation assets based on settlement area growth. The landfill storage building will not be replaced and may be removed if no longer needed.

• Directed staff to prepare cost estimates for proposed service levels (carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (carried)
• Moved into strategic session and back to special council (carried)
• Approved confirming by-law 2026-029 (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:13 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

At this meeting, Council will hold public hearings for two major items: a zoning by-law amendment (Z-06-26) and a new Township Official Plan. They will also consider a building by-law update, a proposal for Bass Lake access steps, and a CAO performance evaluation policy update. Several correspondence items and consent agenda items will be received.

• Public hearing for new Official Plan (draft April 2026)
• Public hearing for zoning amendment Z-06-26 (Township of Georgian Bluffs, likely Keppel Landfill site)
• Building By-law update (By-law 2026-023 appointing a building inspector)
• Bass Lake Access Association to install steps and dock on township property, pending approvals and neighbor support
• CAO Performance Evaluation Policy revisions

Council authorized enactment of an updated Building By-law and Building Official Appointment By-law. The CAO Performance Evaluation Policy was approved with updates to align with best practices. Support was provided for Bass Lake Access Association to pursue approvals for steps and a dock on township property, with staff directed to develop a five-year agreement. Council also directed a comprehensive review of all lands for growth management and sent a letter supporting Finlay's Law on emergency room reform.

• Approved updated Building By-law and Building Official Appointment By-law (carried)
• Approved CAO Performance Evaluation Policy update (carried)
• Supported Bass Lake Access Association steps/dock proposal, subject to approvals and agreement (carried)
• Directed staff to investigate policy for public proposals for Township land (carried)
• Directed comprehensive review of all lands for growth management (carried)
• Sent letter of support to WOWC for Finlay's Law on ER reform (carried)

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board will discuss reconsidering the municipal funding formula and equity of the equal contribution model. It will also receive Q1 reports, update the detachment commander performance feedback process, and approve a 2026 work plan. A memorandum of understanding with Georgian Bluffs for administrative support will be considered.

• Reconsideration of municipal funding formula and equal contribution model
• 2026 Q1 narrative and statistical reports for Grey Bruce OPP
• Detachment Commander Performance Feedback Process update with sub-committee TOR
• Memorandum of Understanding with Township of Georgian Bluffs for admin support
• Annual Board Self-Assessment Survey to be obtained from OAPSB

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board approved its 2026 Workplan and adopted updated Terms of Reference to clarify governance and oversight roles. A sub-committee was authorized to review the Action Plan and identify five priority areas for the year. The board also deferred a reconsideration of municipal funding formulas to the next meeting.

• Endorsed 2026 Board Workplan and adopted updated Terms of Reference (GBOPP2026-24)
• Authorized sub-committee to identify five priority areas from Action Plan for 2026 (GBOPP2026-21)
• Adopted Terms of Reference for Detachment Commander Performance Feedback Sub-Committee (GBOPP2026-22)
• Directed staff to investigate non-attendance requirements for Terms of Reference (GBOPP2026-23)
• Authorized Chair Solursh to attend West Region Detachment Board Symposium (GBOPP2026-26)
• Deferred reconsideration of municipal funding formula to May 26 meeting (GBOPP2026-27)
• Directed staff to draft MOU with Township of Georgian Bluffs for administrative support (GBOPP2026-28)
• Directed staff to obtain annual Board Self-Assessment survey from OAPSB (GBOPP2026-29)

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board Sub Committee

This sub-committee meeting is largely procedural, including a territorial acknowledgement and approval of the agenda. The main business is a closed session to conduct an initial review of the detachment commander's performance feedback, as permitted under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. No other substantive public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session for initial review of detachment commander performance feedback

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will decide on two consent applications: Twin County Farms Limited (DEV2026-030) to sever farmland, and Barry's Construction (DEV2026-031) to sever a 2,171 m² lot at 111 Somers Street, with conditions including zoning amendments and a development agreement. Also considered is a Certificate of Validation for a property in Keppel Township.

• Approval recommended for Twin County Farms severance with conditions like a zoning bylaw amendment to prohibit residential development on retained parcel
• Approval recommended for Barry's Construction severance at 111 Somers Street, despite public opposition petitions, subject to conditions including parkland dedication and stormwater report
• Public opposition from Susan Frook regarding the Barry's Construction severance and rezoning
• Certificate of Validation for lands in Keppel Township (PINS 37026-0192 and 37026-0193) recommended for approval

The Committee of Adjustment deferred one consent application and denied another. Twin County Farms Limited's severance (B-07-26) was deferred. Barry's Construction's application (B-08-26) to sever a lot at 111 Somers Street was denied after a motion to approve with conditions was lost. A Certificate of Validation for Reidt was approved.

• Deferred B-07-26 (Twin County Farms Limited) (carried)
• Denied B-08-26 (Barry's Construction) for 111 Somers Street lot severance (motion lost)
• Approved Certificate of Validation for Reidt (carried)

Inter Township Joint Board of Management

The Inter Township Joint Board of Management will consider several staff reports including a recommendation to sign a 10-year agreement with Owen Sound Police for fire dispatch services. They will also discuss waiving procurement rules to purchase a decontamination washer, and approving sole-source purchase of bunker gear. Additionally, they will receive quarterly and annual reports.

• Endorse purchase and retention of Grey County Fire Chiefs Air Light Support Unit
• Waive procurement policy to award purchase of Solo Rescue Decon Washer (with 10-year warranty) based on existing quotes
• Recommend signing a 10-year agreement with Owen Sound Police for fire dispatch services
• Recommend sole source purchase of bunker gear (structural firefighting PPE)
• Receive 2025 Q4, 2026 Q1, and 2025 Year in Review reports

Council Meeting

Council will consider awarding a $1.16 million tender for construction of playgrounds in Kemble and Sarawak, and decide on a zoning amendment for a five-unit townhouse on partial services in the Brown application. The meeting also includes votes on a new waste collection contract with Waste Management (biweekly automated cart collection), a subdivision agreement for Cobble Beach Phase 3 (The Dell), and a reconsideration of installing steps and a dock at Bass Lake.

• Award RFT-2026-03 for Kemble and Sarawak playgrounds to Lawn and Lawn Landscapes Contractors at $1,163,606.71
• Zoning by-law amendment Z03-26 (Brown) to permit a five-unit townhouse on municipal water and private septic
• Authorize signing of Cobble Beach Phase 3 (The Dell) subdivision agreement with Georgian Villas Inc.
• Approve new waste collection contract with Waste Management: biweekly automated carts, weekly organics
• Reconsider Bass Lake access steps: support for association to seek permits for steps and dock on township property

Council approved a new waste collection services contract with Waste Management for biweekly automated cart collection and weekly organics. The contract extension of the current waste services was authorized until the new contract begins. Staff were directed to present a revised Waste Collection Services By-Law for adoption.

• Approved waste collection contract with Waste Management (biweekly carts, weekly organics)
• Awarded RFT-2026-03 for Kemble and Sarawak playgrounds to Lawn and Lawn Landscapes ($1,163,606.71)
• Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Z03-26 for a five-unit townhouse on partial services
• Authorized signing of Cobble Beach Phase 3 Subdivision Agreement with Georgian Villas Inc.
• Not supported zoning by-law amendment Z01/26 due to snow removal, servicing, and parking concerns
• Approved Memorial Wall Policy (CEM-2026-01) and directed enactment
• Authorized updated Building By-law and Building Official Appointment By-law
• Directed staff to apply for Enhancing Access to Spaces for Everyone Grant for admin building upgrades

Council Meeting

Council adopted the agenda and consent agenda items, including routine correspondence and reports. Council approved the use of $58,000 from the Vehicle and Equipment Reserve to purchase a used tandem‑axle plow truck. Council also directed staff on the Official Plan update, adopted a new radiocommunication procedure and memorial wall policy, declined support for the Z01/26 zoning amendment, and scheduled a public hearing for the Z03/26 Brown zoning amendment.

• Approval of $58,000 from the Vehicle and Equipment Reserve for a used tandem‑axle plow truck
• Decision to pursue Option 2 “new” Official Plan as outlined in report DEV2026‑023
• Adoption of the updated Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems Procedure and related By‑Law 2026‑018
• Approval of the Memorial Wall Policy (CEM‑2026‑01) and direction to enact a supporting by‑law while repealing By‑Law 2018‑034
• Council declined to support Zoning By‑Law Amendment Z01/26 (Tehrani and Birjandy) citing snow removal, servicing and parking concerns

The council approved spending $58,000 from the Vehicle and Equipment Reserve to buy a used tandem‑axle plow truck. It directed staff to pursue a new Official Plan (Option 2) and adopted an updated Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems Procedure, rescinding the previous tower policy. The council also approved a $500 contribution to Cobble Beach Canada Day fireworks, issued letters of support to Oro‑Medonte and Whitby, ordered an investigation of Grey County’s paramedic response‑time delegation, and declined to support the Z01/26 zoning amendment.

• Approved $58,000 purchase of used tandem‑axle plow truck (Carried)
• Directed staff to pursue Official Plan Option 2, a new Official Plan (Carried)
• Rescinded Telecommunication Tower Policy PLNG‑006‑10 and approved updated Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems Procedure (Carried)
• Directed staff to investigate Grey County delegation on paramedic response times (Carried)
• Approved $500 contribution to Cobble Beach Canada Day fireworks from special events budget (Carried)
• Approved letter of support to Township of Oro‑Medonte on provincial legislation amendments (Carried)
• Approved letter of support to Town of Whitby on provincial‑municipal fiscal framework review (Carried)
• Declined to support Z01/26 Tehrani and Birjandy zoning by‑law amendment (Carried)

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board will receive the 2025 Board Finance and Remuneration report and vote to transfer any surplus to the Board Reserve. A closed session is scheduled to discuss an open‑meeting exemption "k" under section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 concerning call response times. The Chair will also give a verbal report on the recent Zone 5 meeting.

• Receive and acknowledge the 2025 Board Finance and Remuneration report (GBOPP2026-04).
• Approve transfer of any 2025 surplus to the Board Reserve.
• Closed session to discuss open‑meeting exemption “k” on call response times under the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019.
• Chair’s verbal report on the Zone 5 meeting.
• Public participation registration procedures for presentations and delegations.

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board approved the meeting agenda and the February 24, 2026 minutes. It accepted the 2025 financial report, ordered the surplus to be transferred to the Board Reserve, and instructed staff to investigate per‑diem rates and propose policy changes. The Board also approved a media statement praising the ice‑rescue effort, communicated concerns about low attendance at Zone 5 meetings, entered closed session on call‑response times, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda
• Approved February 24, 2026 minutes
• Approved transfer of 2025 surplus to Board Reserve; directed staff to investigate per‑diem rates and recommend policy amendments
• Approved Chair’s communication to Zone 5 organizers about low attendance and request for agenda inclusion
• Approved issuance of media statement commending OPP and first responders for the March 8 ice‑rescue
• Moved into closed session to discuss call response times under open‑meeting exemption
• Adjourned meeting at 11:27 a.m.

Council Meeting

At its March 18 meeting, Georgian Bluffs Council will adopt the agenda and minutes, and will hold a public hearing on Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application Z‑02‑26 for Kinsale Investments Ltd. The council will approve the award of two 2026 International HV615 plow trucks to Lewis Motors for a total of $886,611.14, and will allocate $58,000 from the Vehicle and Equipment Reserve for a used plow truck. Additional actions include approving a revised license agreement for an access road, adopting an updated radiocommunication and broadcasting antenna procedure, and directing staff to pursue a new Official Plan.

• Award of two 2026 International HV615 plow trucks to Lewis Motors for $886,611.14 total
• Use of $58,000 from the Vehicle and Equipment Reserve to purchase a used tandem‑axle plow truck
• Recess of council to hold a public hearing on Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application Z‑02‑26 for Kinsale Investments Ltd.
• Approval of revised License Agreement for the access road at Lots 21 and 22, Concession 3
• Adoption of updated Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems Procedure and rescind PLNG‑006‑10

Council adopted the consent agenda and approved items such as the Team Grey Memorandum of Understanding and the Kilsyth Meadows subdivision assumption. Council directed staff to draft a Community Improvement Plan intake procedure and approved the purchase of two new International HV615 plow trucks for $886,611.14 plus extended warranties totaling $28,416.00. Additional approvals included using $58,000 from the vehicle reserve for a used plow truck, adopting a revised license agreement for an access road, and updating the radiocommunication and broadcasting antenna systems procedure.

• Adopted consent agenda (Carried)
• Approved Team Grey Memorandum of Understanding and authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign (Carried)
• Approved Kilsyth Meadows subdivision assumption bylaw (Carried)
• Directed staff to draft Community Improvement Plan intake procedure (Carried)
• Awarded purchase of two International HV615 plow trucks for $886,611.14 and extended warranties for $28,416.00 (Carried)
• Approved use of $58,000 from Vehicle and Equipment Reserve for a used plow truck (Carried)
• Approved revised license agreement for access road closure (Carried)
• Approved radiocommunication and broadcasting antenna systems procedure update and rescinded old policy (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three development applications. These include requests for land consents and a minor variance, with staff recommendations for approval subject to specific conditions.

• DEV2026-016: Consent applications B-02-26 through B-05-26 for Kinsale Inv Ltd. regarding lands in Sarawak
• DEV2026-017: Consent application B-06-26 for lands in Sarawak (Con 1 Pt Lot 11 W Pt Lot 10)
• DEV2026-019: Minor Variance Application A-01-26 for Michael and Jeannine Kralt
• Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone Kinsale Inv Ltd. lands to Rural (RU)
• Requirement for 5% cash-in-lieu of parkland for the Kinsale Inv Ltd. application

The Committee deferred the DEV2026-016 application to allow further studies on private water supply, stormwater management, parcel frontages, and a development agreement. It approved the DEV2026-017 application for SARAWAK land, subject to conditions including a reference plan, filing a certificate of consent, payment of a certification fee, and obtaining Niagara Escarpment Commission approval. It also approved the minor‑variance DEV2026-019 for the Kralt property, with conditions limiting the variance to the approved sketch and requiring compliance with the Committee’s terms.

• Deferred DEV2026-016 application (B-02-26, B-03-26, B-04-26, B-05-26) – Deferred
• Approved DEV2026-017 application (B-06-26) – Approved with conditions
• Approved DEV2026-019 minor‑variance application (A-01-26) – Approved with conditions

Council Meeting

The Township of Georgian Bluffs Council will consider several items, including the award of a $56,081.90 contract to Rice Construction Contracting Inc. for maintenance of the Johnson Municipal Drain. The Council will also vote on a Zoning By-law amendment (By‑Law 2026‑010) for the Treurniet property and adopt a draft Corporate Sponsorship and Advertising Policy. Additional decisions include supporting a green burial feasibility study for Mount Pleasant Cemetery and amending the short‑term accommodation licensing program.

• Award contract to Rice Construction Contracting Inc. for Johnson Municipal Drain maintenance – $56,081.90 (excluding HST)
• Adopt Zoning By‑Law Amendment 2026‑010 for property HMS PT LOT 20 (Treurniet)
• Approve draft Corporate Sponsorship and Advertising Policy
• Support green burial proposal for Mount Pleasant Cemetery and request RFP funding
• Introduce $150 re‑inspection fee and eliminate 24/7 complaints hotline for short‑term accommodation licensing

The council adopted the Team Grey Memorandum of Understanding and authorized the mayor and clerk to sign it. It also approved the Kilsyth Meadows subdivision assumption, directed staff to draft a Community Improvement Plan intake schedule, and adopted revisions to the short‑term accommodation licensing by‑law. Additional approvals included a corporate sponsorship policy and support for a green burial option at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

• Approved Team Grey Memorandum of Understanding and authorized signing (Carried)
• Accepted Kilsyth Meadows subdivision assumption and authorized related by‑law (Carried)
• Directed staff to draft Community Improvement Plan intake procedure with spring and fall windows (Carried)
• Adopted revised short‑term accommodation fee schedule and licensing by‑law changes (Carried)
• Approved draft Corporate Sponsorship and Advertising Policy (Carried)
• Supported green burial option for Mount Pleasant Cemetery and authorized RFP process (Carried)
• Directed staff to present pre‑proposal for future representation on the Bruce Grey Poverty Task Force (Carried)
• Directed staff to send a letter of support to Northumberland County for the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (Carried)

Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board will approve the agenda, minutes and receive the 2025 year‑end reports. It will amend the Board Remuneration Policy to add per diems, mileage and training allowances for First Nations appointees and raise municipal contributions to $15,000 for 2026. The board will also adopt changes to conference attendance rules, including recognizing the OAPSB Spring Conference and removing the $1,500 per‑member spending cap.

• Amend Board Remuneration Policy to include per diems, mileage and annual training allowances for First Nations appointees
• Increase municipal contributions to the 2026 board budget to $15,000
• Approve conference attendance policy changes: recognize OAPSB Spring Conference, allow up to four members, remove $1,500 per‑member cap, add $500 allowance for non‑attendees
• Receive Grey Bruce OPP 2025 Year‑End Report and 2025 Year‑End Narrative Report for information
• Approve agenda, minutes and consent agenda as presented

The Grey Bruce OPP Detachment Board approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It received the 2025 Year‑End Report and Narrative Report for information. The Board deferred the 2026 Budget and Remuneration Policy amendment pending a staff report, and approved an amendment to the Board Remuneration Policy to recognize the OAPSB Spring Conference, allow up to four members to attend, and eliminate the $1,500 annual per‑member spending limit. Consent agenda items and the adjournment were also approved.

• Agenda approved (no vote tally recorded)
• January 27, 2026 minutes approved (no vote tally recorded)
• 2025 Year‑End Report and Narrative Report received for information and approved
• 2026 Budget and Remuneration Policy amendment deferred; staff directed to prepare a report on First Nations representation and expense categories
• Amendment to Board Remuneration Policy approved: recognize OAPSB Spring Conference, permit up to four members to attend, remove $1,500 per‑member cap, add $500 professional development allowance for certain appointees
• Inspector General Memo #8 received for information and approved
• Inspector General Memo #9 received for information and approved
• Meeting adjourned at 11:35 a.m. (motion approved)