Georgina public meetings in 2025

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will review Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 25-4999. The appeal concerns a Dangerous Dog Order issued for a dog named “Nanook” owned by Amber Dickerhof and Mehdi Shojaat at 24357 Highway 48, Baldwin. The committee will consider recommencing the appeal based on the submitted statements, medical records, veterinary documents, and other evidence. No other agenda items involve decisions beyond standard procedural matters.

• Review of Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 25-4999 for ‘Nanook’ (owner Amber Dickerhof & Mehdi Shojaat, 24357 Highway 48)
• Consideration of reinstating the Dangerous Dog Order issued for ‘Nanook’
• Examination of statements, injury records, and hospital documents related to the incident
• Review of veterinary license, property signage, and related correspondence
• Decision on the appeal request submitted by the owners

The Appeals Committee voted to uphold the order for Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal #25-4999 concerning the dog named Nanook. The committee also adopted the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Uphold order for Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal #25-4999 (Nanook) (motion carried)
• Adopt minutes of the December 8, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board is meeting virtually to review operational reports and financial statements. The board will consider a recommendation to adopt the Attendance Support Program Policy and determine the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Recommendation to adopt the Attendance Support Program Policy
• Review of November 2025 Financial Statement
• Determination of 2026 Board Meeting Schedule
• Review of Branch Report and GPL Goals Document

The board approved the December 18 agenda and adopted the November 20 minutes. It accepted the consent agenda items, verbal communications, the amended Attendance Support Program Policy, and the amended 2026 board meeting schedule. The meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.

• Agenda approved (GLB-2025-104) – Carried
• Minutes of November 20, 2025 adopted (GLB-2025-105) – Carried
• Consent agenda items received (GLB-2025-106) – Carried
• Verbal communications received (GLB-2025-107) – Carried
• Attendance Support Program Policy adopted as amended (GLB-2025-108) – Carried
• 2026 Board Meeting Schedule accepted as amended, moving May meeting to May 14 (GLB-2025-109) – Carried
• Motion to adjourn carried (GLB-2025-110) – Carried

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will receive information on infrastructure and development projects. The body will also review a livestock kill report and approve its 2026 meeting schedule.

• Information on paving at Stoney Batter Road
• Update on the Baldwin Aerodrome
• Review of the 2025 Livestock Kill Report
• Approval of the 2026 Committee Meeting schedule

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on December 9, 2025. The agenda includes a speaker from the Georgina Community Food Pantry, a review of the committee's 2025 accomplishments and highlights, and an informational presentation on the National Day of Remembrance for Gender‑Based Violence and the recent Wrapped in Courage flag‑raising event.

• Speaker: Georgina Community Food Pantry – discussion of purpose, mission, and programs
• Review of 2025 Committee Accomplishments and Highlights – briefing note attached
• Presentation on National Day of Remembrance for Gender‑Based Violence and Wrapped in Courage flag raising

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It formally received information about the Georgina Community Food Pantry, the 2025 Committee accomplishments briefing note, and the National Day of Remembrance on Gender‑Based Violence. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

• Agenda approved (carried)
• Minutes from November 4, 2025 approved (carried)
• Information on Georgina Community Food Pantry received (carried)
• 2025 Committee accomplishments briefing note received (carried)
• Information on National Day of Remembrance on Gender‑Based Violence received (carried)
• Committee adjourned at 7:50 p.m. (carried)

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its November 4, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the Lake Drive Improvements Project – Phase 1. The committee will review a briefing note on its 2025 accomplishments and discuss potential ideas and initiatives for its 2026 meetings.

• Update on Lake Drive Improvements Project – Phase 1
• Review of 2025 Committee Accomplishments and Highlights
• Work‑planning discussion of potential 2026 Committee initiatives
• Adoption of minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee approved its December 9 agenda and adopted the November 4 minutes. It received an informational update on the Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1, a briefing note on 2025 committee accomplishments, and a discussion of proposed 2026 initiatives. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GAAC-2025-0044) – Carried
• Adopted November 4 minutes (Resolution GAAC-2025-0045) – Carried
• Received Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1 update (Resolution GAAC-2025-0046) – Carried
• Received 2025 Committee Accomplishments briefing note (Resolution GAAC-2025-0047) – Carried
• Received discussion of 2026 Committee Initiatives (Resolution GAAC-2025-0048) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 9:37 a.m. (Resolution GAAC-2025-0049) – Carried

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee will hear two appeals regarding dangerous dog orders issued by the Town. The committee will review evidence and decide on the fate of two dogs, Nanook and Chewy.

• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Nanook (24357 Highway 48)
• Appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Chewy (24 Prosser Crescent, Sutton West)
• Review of By-law 2008-0138 (Reg-1)
• Adoption of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The committee appointed Councillor Neeson as chair and approved the agenda. A request to reopen Ms. Wendt’s dangerous‑dog appeal was referred to town staff. The appeal for dog Nanook (case 25-4999) was adjourned and the appeal for dog Chewy (case 25-3897) was deferred to a later date. Minutes from June 5 2025 were adopted and the meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.

• Councillor Neeson appointed as Chair (carried)
• Agenda approved (carried)
• Referral of Ms. Wendt’s appeal reopening request to town staff (carried)
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal #25-4999 (Nanook) adjourned to later date (carried)
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal #25-3897 (Chewy) deferred to later date (carried)
• Minutes of June 5, 2025 adopted as presented (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m. (carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hear a presentation by Don Goodyear, General Manager of Integrated Watershed Management for the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, on chloride levels in the Lake Simcoe Watershed. The committee will also receive an update on the Pollinator Project from representatives of Cloverhill Flowers and Hiveshare. A work‑planning session will be held to discuss potential initiatives for 2026, and the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting will be adopted.

• Presentation: Chloride in the Lake Simcoe Watershed – Don Goodyear (Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority)
• Pollinator Project Update – Debbie Gordon, Amanda Gordon (Cloverhill Flowers), Christopher Campbell (Hiveshare)
• 2026 Committee Initiatives and Ideas – work‑planning discussion
• Adoption of minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting
• General item: Call to order and procedural items (roll call, agenda approval, pecuniary interest declaration)

The committee approved its agenda and adopted the October 28, 2025 minutes. It received a presentation on chloride in the Lake Simcoe watershed and approved a request for Council to create an ongoing pollinator program. The work‑planning session for 2026 was also received, and the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GEAC-2025-0028) – carried
• Adopted October 28, 2025 minutes (Resolution GEAC-2025-0029) – carried
• Received chloride watershed presentation (Resolution GEAC-2025-0030) – carried
• Requested Council create ongoing pollinator program (Resolution GEAC-2025-0031) – carried
• Received 2026 work‑planning session (Resolution GEAC-2025-0032) – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 p.m. (Resolution GEAC-2025-0033) – carried

Special Council Meeting

The Georgina Special Council will adopt Bylaw 2025-0077 (COU-2) that confirms the December 2, 2025 meeting. Council will also adopt minutes from the November 5 and November 12, 2025 meetings and receive Report No. DCAO-2025-0014 releasing the proposed 2026 budget. Additional items include standard procedural matters such as roll call, community announcements, and motions.

• Adoption of Bylaw 2025-0077 (COU-2) confirming the Special Council proceedings
• Adoption of Council minutes from November 5, 2025 and November 12, 2025
• Report No. DCAO-2025-0014 titled 'Release of the 2026 Proposed Budget' received

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will review Consent Application CON-2025-0012 for the property at 47 Farley Circle, which proposes to sever and convey the subject land from the retained land. The staff recommendation includes several conditions such as submission of survey plans, draft deeds, and confirmation of service allocations. The meeting will also consider two Minor Variance applications: MV-2025-0028 for 37 Victoria Road, seeking reduced front‑yard setbacks, and MV-2025-0029 for 329 Lake Drive East, seeking increased accessory‑structure height. Procedural items such as roll call, declarations of interest, and next‑meeting scheduling are also on the agenda.

• Consent Application CON-2025-0012 – sever and convey land at 47 Farley Circle, subject to conditions (survey, deed, service allocations)
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0028 – 37 Victoria Road, front‑yard setback reduced to 4.9 m and accessory structure placement
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0029 – 329 Lake Drive East, accessory‑structure height increased to 6.6 m peak, 5.1 m eaves

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application CON-2025-0012 for 47 Farley Circle, removing the specified policy and engineering conditions. It also approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0028 for 37 Victoria Road, granting reduced front‑yard setback and accessory‑structure proximity, and Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0029 for 329 Lake Drive East, allowing an accessory structure height of 6.6 m peak. All three approvals were unanimous and subject to a 20‑day appeal period.

• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0012 for 47 Farley Circle, removing policy and engineering conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0028 for 37 Victoria Road, permitting a 4.9 m front‑yard setback and zero‑metre accessory‑structure setback (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0029 for 329 Lake Drive East, permitting accessory‑structure height of 6.6 m peak (unanimous)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Active Transportation Masterplan and a traffic control work plan. The committee will also hold a session to discuss potential initiatives and topics for 2026.

• Update on the Active Transportation Masterplan
• Report No. OID-2025-0018: Biannual Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Update
• 2026 Committee Initiatives and Ideas work planning session

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It formally received updates on the Active Transportation Masterplan, the Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan, the 2026 committee initiatives, and the Phase 1 Lake Drive Improvements project. All items were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Adopted agenda with addendum item 12.4 (Lake Drive Improvements) – carried
• Adopted minutes from October 21, 2025 meeting – carried
• Received update and presentation on the Active Transportation Masterplan – carried
• Received Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Update – carried
• Received discussion of 2026 Committee Initiatives and Ideas – carried
• Received presentation and update on Lake Drive Improvements Project – Phase 1 – carried

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will view an investment attraction video and discuss a draft economic development strategy. Members will receive updates on economic development activities and hear verbal reports from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures. The meeting will also include a discussion of tariff updates.

• Investment Attraction Video and Draft Strategy presentation
• Economic Development Updates report
• Verbal update – Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update – South Lake Community Futures
• Tariff Updates (other business)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will discuss updates to eServices, adopt routine consent agenda items such as the branch report and financial statement, and consider new business including a policy review of the Community Information Display Policy, the 2026 Goals Document, and the OLA Super Conference scheduled for January 28‑31. The meeting also includes updates from the CEO, Board Chair, and Friends of the Library, and a discussion of the Attendance Support Program.

• eServices Updates (presented by B. George)
• Branch Report (consent agenda)
• Financial Statement for October 2025 (consent agenda)
• Policy Review: Community Information Display Policy (new business)
• OLA Super Conference, January 28‑31 (new business)

The board approved the meeting agenda and adopted the October 16, 2025 minutes. It accepted the Community Information Display Policy and the 2026 Goals Document as presented. The board also adjusted the start time for the December 18, 2025 meeting to 5:00 p.m. and received the Attendance Support Program policy for informational review.

• Approved agenda (GLB-2025-095) – Carried
• Adopted October 16, 2025 minutes (GLB-2025-096) – Carried
• Received consent agenda items (Branch Report, GPL Goal Document, Financial Statement, Media Scan) as presented (GLB-2025-097) – Carried
• Received verbal communications items as presented (GLB-2025-098) – Carried
• Received Attendance Support Program Policy for informational purposes (GLB-2025-099) – Carried
• Accepted Community Information Display Policy as presented (GLB-2025-100) – Carried
• Accepted 2026 Goals Document as presented (GLB-2025-101) – Carried
• Adjusted start time of Dec 18, 2025 meeting to 5:00 p.m. (GLB-2025-102) – Carried

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will receive reports on revised development charges policies, an update on the Beach Vendor Pilot Program, and a progress report on the Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1. Council will approve a sole‑source award to Neptune Technology Group for a water meter data collector deployment, up to $500,000 including HST and contingency. Additional items include a lease renewal with Family Services York Region and several bylaw amendments related to rates and zoning.

• Approve revised Development Charges Credit and Interest Policies (Attachments 1‑2)
• Adopt new Development Charges Deferral Policies for Retail, Rental Housing, and Industrial Buildings (Attachments 3‑5)
• Sole‑source award to Neptune Technology Group for water meter data collector deployment, up to $500,000 (incl. HST)
• Direct staff to continue the Beach Vendor Program permanently at Willow Beach Park and De La Salle Park
• Adopt bylaw amendments: interim stormwater utility rates for 2026, fourplex dwelling units in residential zones, and other zoning changes

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet to approve the 2026 meeting schedule and receive an update on livestock kill statistics. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Stoney Batter Road paving project and an update on the Baldwin Aerodrome.

• Approval of 2026 Committee Meeting Schedule
• 2025 Livestock Kill Report
• Stoney Batter Road Paving update
• Baldwin Aerodrome update
• Approval of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing applications for a new residential lot and building height and setback variances. Staff have provided recommendations for approval for properties on Dalton Road and Lake Drive East.

• CON-2025-0006: Proposal to create one new residential building lot at 20858 and 20860 Dalton Road
• MV-2025-0027: Variance request for church and shed setbacks at 20858 and 20860 Dalton Road
• MV-2025-0025: Request to permit an accessory structure height of 8.3 metres at 189 Lake Drive East

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application CON-2025-0006 for 20858 and 20860 Dalton Road and Minor Variance Applications MV-2025-0027 and MV-2025-0025, each with specified conditions and a 20‑day appeal period. All three approvals were carried unanimously. Minutes from the October 6 and November 3, 2025 meetings were also approved unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025.

• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0006 for Dalton Road properties (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0027 for Dalton Road properties (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0025 for 189 Lake Drive East (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2025 and November 3, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Set next meeting date for December 1, 2025

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will hold a statutory meeting under the Planning Act to review an application to amend the Sutton/Jackson's Point Secondary Plan submitted by Ballymore Developments (Sutton) Corporation. The council will also consider a town‑initiated Official Plan amendment that uses delegated authority for minor zoning bylaw changes. In addition, staff will present a report recommending new street names for addition to the town’s Street Name Inventory.

• Application to amend the Sutton/Jackson's Point Secondary Plan – Ballymore Developments (Sutton) Corp, File No. OPA-2025-0002 (related ZBA-2025-0003, PLC-2025-0001), Report No. DS-2025-0062
• Town‑initiated Official Plan amendment – Delegated Approval Authority for Minor Zoning Bylaw Amendments, Report No. DS-2025-0067
• Adoption of street name inventory – Report No. DS-2025-0069 recommending approved names for addition to the Street Name Inventory
• Confirmation Bylaw No. 2025-0067 (COU‑2) confirming council proceedings on November 12, 2025
• Motions regarding Closed Session – motion to move into Closed Session and motion to reconvene in Open Session

The council adopted the meeting agenda with addendum items. It approved new street names for the town's inventory. It received reports on an Official Plan amendment for Sutton and on delegating minor zoning bylaw approval authority, directing staff to follow up. The council also adopted a confirming bylaw and adjourned the meeting.

• Adopted agenda with addendum items (Carried)
• Approved new street names for the Street Name Inventory (Carried)
• Received report on Sutton/Jackson's Point Secondary Plan amendment (Carried)
• Received report on delegating minor zoning bylaw approval authority to Development Services (Carried)
• Received general information items (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0067 confirming council proceedings (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 pm (Carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) will consider Appeal 25-1538 filed by Feng Guo and Jing Zhao regarding a Property Standards Order issued for Ravenshoe Road in Keswick. The committee will review the order, the appeal documents, and related evidence such as officer photos and a trailer demolition notice. No decision outcome is recorded in the agenda.

• Property Standards Appeal 25-1538 – request to overturn Ravenshoe Road order
• Ravenshoe Road Order – the original property standards order
• Ravenshoe Road Appeal – supporting documentation for the appeal
• Officer photos – visual evidence attached to the appeal
• Trailer demolition notice (936 Ravenshoe) – related document

Council Meeting

The Town Council will discuss the 2026 proposed budget and updates to the Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy. The body is also deciding on loan write-offs for Georgina Trades Training Inc. and amendments to traffic and parking regulations.

• Proposed write-off of $131,338.54 for Georgina Trades Training Inc. loan and $29,396.51 plus interest for a South Lake Futures loan
• Bylaw 2025-0065 (TR-1) to amend traffic and parking regulations
• Update to the Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy
• Bylaw 2025-0064 (PL-1) regarding 70 Blue Jay Blvd
• Motion to request a Northlander train service stop in Georgina

The council adopted the agenda addendum and approved the minutes from previous meetings. It received a YorkNet fibre‑expansion presentation and will have staff prepare a public communication. Funding was approved to write off two Georgina Trades Training Inc. loans totaling $160,735.05. The council adopted a new Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy, amended traffic and parking bylaws, and approved a 3.5% tax levy increase (about $100 per year for an average $454,000 home) for the 2026 budget. It also resolved to express interest in a Northlander train stop in Georgina.

• Approved agenda addendum Item 11.1.g – Release of the 2026 Proposed Budget (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from September 24 and October 8, 2025 (Carried)
• Received YorkNet fibre‑expansion presentation and directed staff to prepare a public communication (Carried)
• Approved funding to write off GTTI loans: $131,338.54 and $29,396.51 plus interest (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0065 (TR-1) to amend Bylaw 2023-0087 (TR-1) on traffic and parking (Carried)
• Approved the updated Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy and authorized the Director of Development Services to approve minor changes (Carried)
• Approved the 2026 Proposed Budget tax levy increase of 3.5% (≈ $100 per year for a $454,000 home) (Carried)
• Resolved to prepare a letter of interest for a potential Northlander train stop in Georgina (Carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from York Regional Police on building bridges with diverse communities. It will receive an update on the inaugural Cultural Festival and a letter of appreciation from Georgina Parivar. The committee will discuss potential ideas, topics, and initiatives for its 2026 meetings. Minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting will be adopted.

• York Regional Police Diversity and Cultural Resources Unit presentation by Constable Jones
• Cultural Festival update presented by Carlie McCormick
• Letter of appreciation from Georgina Parivar attached as Thank You GP - 2025 CF.pdf
• Work planning session to discuss 2026 Committee initiatives and ideas
• Adoption of minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear a report from Tim McClatchie, Manager of Facilities, on the proposed accessibility upgrades to the Blue and Green lobbies of the Georgina Ice Palace. The committee will then hold a work‑planning session to discuss possible ideas, topics and initiatives for its 2026 meetings. Standard agenda items such as call‑to‑order, roll call, approval of minutes and other procedural business will also be addressed.

• Georgina Ice Palace Accessibility Improvements Update – Blue and Green lobby upgrades
• 2026 Committee Initiatives and Ideas – work‑planning session

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider two minor variance applications regarding building heights and floor areas. The body will also review the 2026 meeting schedule.

• MV-2025-0020: Request to increase maximum boathouse height to 7.4 metres at 574 Duclos Point Road
• MV-2025-0024: Request to increase home industry accessory structure floor area to 464.6 square metres at 2753 Old Homestead Road
• Review of the 2026 Committee of Adjustment Schedule

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0020 for a boathouse at 574 Duclos Point Road, allowing a height of 7.4 metres with a 1.5‑metre side‑yard setback. It also unanimously approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0024 for a home‑industry accessory structure at 2753 Old Homestead Road, permitting a larger floor area. The 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting schedule was approved unanimously.

• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0020 for 574 Duclos Point Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0024 for 2753 Old Homestead Rd (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting schedule (unanimous)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will adopt minutes from its September 23, 2025 meeting, review and approve the proposed schedule for its 2026 meetings, and discuss goals for a 2026 work‑planning session. The committee will also receive a presentation on the Pollinator Project from the Town’s Parks manager and representatives of Cloverhill Flowers.

• Adopt minutes of the September 23, 2025 GEAC meeting
• Review and approve the proposed 2026 Committee Meeting schedule
• Discuss goals and potential initiatives in the 2026 Work Planning Session
• Presentation on the Pollinator Project by Bob Ferguson and Cloverhill Flowers
• General information items and other business

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee approved its 2026 meeting schedule. It received a presentation on the Pollinator Project and agreed to refer the item to the next meeting for a resolution. The committee also adopted the September 23, 2025 minutes and deferred the 2026 work‑planning session.

• Approved agenda for October 28, 2025 (Resolution GEAC-2025-0022)
• Adopted September 23, 2025 minutes (Resolution GEAC-2025-0023)
• Received Pollinator Project presentation and referred it to next meeting (Resolution GEAC-2025-0024)
• Approved 2026 Committee meeting schedule (Resolution GEAC-2025-0025)
• Deferred 2026 Work Planning Session to next meeting (Resolution GEAC-2025-0026)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (Resolution GEAC-2025-0027)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on economic development, the Chamber of Commerce, and South Lake Community Futures. The committee will also discuss tariff updates and the Community Improvement Plan (CIP).

• Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Update
• Tariff Updates
• Economic Development Updates
• Verbal Update - Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal Update - South Lake Community Futures

The committee approved the October 27 agenda and adopted the September 15 minutes. It received the Economic Development updates, the Chamber of Commerce verbal update, and the South Lake Community Futures update. Other business items, including tariff and Community Improvement Plan updates, were also received. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 pm.

• Approved agenda (GEDC2025-27) – carried
• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes (GEDC2025-28) – carried
• Received Economic Development Updates (GEDC2025-29) – carried
• Received Chamber of Commerce verbal update (GEDC2025-30) – carried
• Received South Lake Community Futures verbal update (GEDC2025-31) – carried
• Received Other Business items (tariff and CIP updates) (GEDC2025-32) – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 8:08 pm (GEDC2025-33) – carried

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will receive reports on proposed amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw No. 500 to permit fourplex dwellings and Additional Residential Units, and will discuss a general amendment for outdoor restaurant patios. Staff will report back on these items on November 19, 2025. The meeting also includes adoption of reports on the Municipal Heritage Register, a bylaw for temporary taxi fare relief for veterans, and routine agenda items.

• Amendment to Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for fourplex dwellings (OPA-2025-0003, ZBA-2025-0006)
• Amendment to Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Additional Residential Units (OPA-2025-0004, ZBA-2025-0007)
• General Zoning Bylaw amendment for outdoor restaurant patios (File No. 03.05BW)
• Community Improvement Plan supporting an ARU Incentive Program and economic development initiatives (File No. CI-2025-0001)
• Bylaw 2025-0062 providing temporary relief of taxi fares for veterans on Remembrance Day

The council adopted a zoning bylaw amendment to permit and regulate outdoor restaurant patios. It also approved the removal of 51 properties from the Georgina Heritage Register and updated the Heritage Advisory Committee's terms. Decisions on fourplex dwellings, additional residential units, and a housing accelerator fund were deferred pending staff reports.

• Approved removal of 51 properties from the Georgina Heritage Register (C-2025-0255) – Carried
• Approved revised Terms of Reference for the Georgina Heritage Advisory Committee – Carried
• Directed staff to commence recruitment and appointment of the Heritage Advisory Committee – Carried
• Approved Zoning Bylaw Amendment to permit and regulate outdoor restaurant patios (C-2025-0256) – Carried
• Received Report DS-2025-0055 on the outdoor patio amendment – Carried
• Deferred fourplex dwelling amendment; staff to report back by Nov 19, 2025 (C-2025-0257) – Carried
• Deferred Additional Residential Units amendment; staff to report back by Nov 19, 2025 (C-2025-0258) – Carried
• Deferred Community Improvement Plan Housing Accelerator Fund; staff to report back by Nov 19, 2025 (C-2025-0259) – Carried

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will conduct its regular procedural business, including call to order, roll call, and adoption of minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The primary substantive item is the review and approval of the proposed 2026 Advisory Committee meeting schedule. No other policy decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Adopt minutes of the September 16, 2025 meeting (GSATAC_Sep16_2025).
• Approve the meeting agenda.
• Review and approve the proposed 2026 Advisory Committee meeting schedule (2026 Advisory Committees Schedule GSATAC.pdf).

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

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

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet virtually to review a report on the Attendance Support Program. The board is also scheduled to discuss staff matters and the CEO Development Review in a closed session.

• Attendance Support Program Report for board feedback
• Review of Quarterly Statistics and Financial Statement
• CEO Development Review Results (Closed Session)
• Staff matter update (Closed Session)

The Library Board approved using the budget normally set aside for the December holiday gathering for a staff recognition program. It also received the Attendance Support Program report for feedback and approved several routine items, including the agenda, previous minutes, and consent agenda reports. The board moved into a closed session, approved the April 17, 2025 closed‑session minutes, and directed the CEO on staff‑related matters.

• Approved agenda as amended (GLB-2025-082) – Carried
• Adopted September 18, 2025 minutes (GLB-2025-083) – Carried
• Accepted consent agenda items (branch report, stats, goals, financial statement, media scan) (GLB-2025-084) – Carried
• Received Attendance Support Program Report for information and feedback (GLB-2025-086) – Carried
• Permitted December holiday gathering budget to be used for staff recognition program (GLB-2025-087) – Carried
• Moved into Closed Session (GLB-2025-088) – Carried
• Approved April 17, 2025 Closed Session minutes (GLB-2025-091) – Carried
• Directed CEO to proceed with staff matter (GLB-2025-090) – Carried

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will receive several reports and make a series of decisions, including approving an additional $138,336 from the Development Charges Reserve and awarding a $1,610,000 contract to MetalFab LTD for a rescue pumper. Council will also concur with the proposed telecommunication tower at 153 Morton Avenue, subject to conditions. By‑law amendments will permit temporary school‑bus storage at 591 The Queensway South and lower speed limits on Riverside Drive and Easy Street to 30 km/h. The meeting includes updates on the Ice Storm Assistance program, the 2026 council schedule, and the town’s asset‑management plan.

• Award of Contract FRS2025-045 – Rescue Pumper to MetalFab LTD for $1,610,000 plus $138,336 from Development Charges Reserve
• Concurrence with Share Tower Inc. for a telecommunication tower at 153 Morton Avenue, Keswick
• Amendment to Bylaw 500‑2025‑0007 to permit temporary school‑bus storage at 591 The Queensway South
• Amendment to Bylaw 2025‑0060 to reduce speed limits on Riverside Drive and Easy Street to 30 km/h
• Adoption of reports on Municipal Ice Storm Assistance, 2026 Council meeting schedule, 2025 semi‑annual operating financial report, and Asset Management Plan proposed service levels

The council concurred with the proposed telecommunication tower at 153 Morton Avenue, subject to specific conditions. It also unanimously supported a resolution to explore expanding Greenbelt protections. Additional actions included adopting the 2026 council meeting schedule and requesting ice‑storm assistance. All listed items were carried without recorded vote counts.

• Approved telecommunication tower concurrence (C-2025-0236)
• Supported Greenbelt expansion resolution (C-2025-0234) – unanimous
• Adopted agenda for October 8, 2025 (C-2025-0232)
• Received York Region Transit presentation (C-2025-0233)
• Approved 2026 council meeting schedule (C-2025-0238)
• Requested Municipal Ice Storm Assistance (C-2025-0237)
• Received 2025 Semi‑Annual Operating Financial Report (C-2025-0239)
• Received Station Road Drainage & Old Homestead Path update (C-2025-0240)

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will discuss several updates, including a new 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program that offers up to $10,000 to eligible local non‑profits. The meeting will also include an update on Baldwin Aerodrome, a report on 2025 livestock kills, and a review of the proposed 2026 advisory committee meeting schedule.

• Notice of 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program – up to $10,000 for eligible Georgina non‑profits
• Update on Baldwin Aerodrome presented by Michael Iampietro, Development Services
• 2025 Livestock Kill Report presented by Hillary Thompson, Licensing Coordinator
• Review and approval of the proposed 2026 Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will review two options for pathway upgrades at Jackson's Point Parkette to create AODA-compliant systems. The committee is also set to approve its 2026 meeting schedule and discuss the 2026 Non-Profit Grant Program.

• Review of Jackson's Point Parkette pathway options (A & B)
• Approval of 2026 Committee Meeting Schedule
• Notice of 2026 Non-Profit Grant Program (up to $10,000)
• Update on Accessibility in Watson Subdivision
• Adoption of June 17, 2025 meeting minutes

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will receive reports and decide on two minor variance applications. One request (MV-2025-0021) seeks a reduced rear‑yard setback and a larger deck encroachment at 89 Hedge Road. The other request (MV-2025-0019) seeks a reduction in required parking spaces for a dwelling at 502 Aleah Crescent. The October 20 meeting is cancelled, with the next meeting set for November 3, 2025.

• Minor variance MV-2025-0021 for 89 Hedge Road – relief to a 9.5 m rear‑yard setback (instead of 12 m) and a deck encroachment of 3.66 m (instead of 3 m), subject to conditions and a two‑year compliance period.
• Minor variance MV-2025-0019 for 502 Aleah Crescent – relief to allow two parking spaces for a single detached dwelling with an accessory dwelling unit, instead of the required three, with a term that the parking area conform to the attached plan.
• Power of Sale/Foreclosure/Validation of Title applications (no details provided).
• Review of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting.
• Notice that the October 20, 2025 meeting is cancelled; the next meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2025.

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0021 for 89 Hedge Road, allowing a reduced rear‑yard setback and a deck encroachment, subject to conditions and a 20‑day appeal period. It also approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0019 for 502 Aleah Crescent, permitting a reduced parking requirement, also subject to conditions and a 20‑day appeal period. Minutes from the September 8 and September 22, 2025 meetings were adopted, and the October 20, 2025 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0021 for 89 Hedge Road, unanimously
• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0019 for 502 Aleah Crescent, unanimously
• Adopted September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, unanimously
• Adopted September 22, 2025 meeting minutes, unanimously
• Cancelled October 20, 2025 meeting

Council Meeting

Council approved funding of $133,332.10 from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve for additional survey work related to the Lake Drive Shoreline Action Plan and gave the Town Solicitor authority to execute shoreline land sale agreements. The council also redirected the previously approved $100,000 shoreline planning consultant budget to the town‑wide Zoning By‑law Update project. In addition, the council adopted three bylaws: temporary‑use extensions for DC Marine on Baseline Road until September 24 2028, a speed‑limit amendment setting 40 km/h on Arlington Drive, and a parking and traffic bylaw amendment for Arlington Drive.

• Allocate $121,211 plus 10% contingency ($133,332.10) for additional survey works on the Lake Drive Shoreline Action Plan
• Delegate authority to the Town Solicitor to execute shoreline land sale agreements with eligible property owners
• Reallocate the previously approved $100,000 shoreline planning consultant budget to the town‑wide Zoning By‑law Update project
• Adopt Bylaw 500-2025-0006 extending DC Marine’s temporary use on Baseline Road to September 24 2028
• Adopt Bylaw 2025-0058 amending Parking and Traffic Bylaw No. 2023-0087 to set a 40 km/h speed limit on Arlington Drive

The council adopted its agenda and received a delegation from the new Coptic Orthodox Church of Ascension. It accepted a petition for traffic calming on Riverside Drive and Easy Street, reduced the speed limit to 30 km/h and ordered a pilot study. Funding of $121,211 plus a 10% contingency ($133,332 total) was approved for shoreline survey work, and $100,000 was reallocated to the town‑wide zoning by‑law update. Several bylaws were adopted, including an amendment for an automated speed‑enforcement camera on Arlington Drive.

• Adopted agenda as presented (Carried)
• Received delegation from Coptic Orthodox Church of Ascension (Carried)
• Accepted petition for traffic calming measures on Riverside Drive and Easy Street (Carried)
• Reduced speed limit on Riverside Drive and Easy Street to 30 km/h and ordered pilot study (Carried)
• Allocated $121,211 plus 10% contingency ($133,332 total) for Lake Drive shoreline survey and reallocated $100,000 to zoning update (Carried)
• Approved amendment to Parking and Traffic Bylaw to add ASE camera on Arlington Drive (Carried)
• Adopted bylaws extending DC Marine permits to 2028 and setting 40 km/h speed limit on Arlington Drive (Carried)
• Confirmed bylaw proceedings (Bylaw 2025-0059) (Carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will discuss the town's Climate Action Plan and a draft Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy. The body will also decide on a preferred meeting format and hear presentations on Lake Simcoe's ecological health and food waste diversion.

• Presentation on the Ecological Health of Lake Simcoe by Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
• Presentation on an in-home food waste diversion program by Food Cycle Science
• Update on the Georgina Water Treatment Plant Mussel Control System and Site Works Project
• Decision on preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107
• 2026 Non-Profit Organization Grant Program offering up to $10,000

The committee approved its agenda and adopted the April 1 2025 minutes. It received presentations on Lake Simcoe’s ecological health, a food‑waste diversion program, and the Georgina Water Treatment Plant mussel control project. The committee asked Council to have staff study the feasibility of the food‑waste program and adopted a virtual‑meeting format with one hybrid meeting on Dec 2 2025. It endorsed the Draft Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy for Council consideration and noted the 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program and Climate Action Plan releases.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GEAC-2025-0012) – Carried
• Adopted April 1 2025 minutes (Resolution GEAC-2025-0013) – Carried
• Received Lake Simcoe presentation (Resolution GEAC-2025-0014) – Carried
• Requested staff investigate food‑waste program feasibility (Resolution GEAC-2025-0015) – Carried
• Adopted virtual meeting format with one hybrid meeting Dec 2 2025 (Resolution GEAC-2025-0017) – Carried
• Received notice of 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program (Resolution GEAC-2025-0018) – Carried
• Received Climate Action Plan release information (Resolution GEAC-2025-0019) – Carried
• Endorsed Tree Preservation and Compensation Policy for Council (Resolution GEAC-2025-0020) – Carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider four consent applications to sever and convey land on Cook's Bay Drive to create four new residential lots, and a minor variance to allow a shipping container to be used for storage.

• Consent applications B06-23, B07-23, B08-23, B09-23 on Cook's Bay Drive
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0012 at 184 Ashdale Road
• Approval subject to conditions including tree preservation and environmental permits
• Next meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Applications B06-23, B07-23, B08-23 and B09-23 for Lots 18‑21 on Cook’s Bay Drive, subject to a 20‑day appeal period and multiple conditions. It also approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0012 at 184 Ashdale Road to allow a shipping container to be used for storage, with conditions on cladding and documentation. The board set a deadline of October 15, 2025 for third‑quarter expense submissions and scheduled the next meeting for October 6, 2025.

• Approved Consent Applications B06-23, B07-23, B08-23, B09-23 (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0012 for 184 Ashdale Road (unanimous)
• Set third‑quarter expense submission deadline to October 15, 2025
• Scheduled next Committee of Adjustment meeting for October 6, 2025

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will consider the 2026 operating and capital budget, authorizing the CEO to adjust the budget up to an $8,000 threshold and the Budget Working Group to make larger changes. The meeting also includes the election of a new Vice‑Chair, reviews of the Staff Code of Conduct and CEO Development policies, and receipt of the staff engagement survey results for information.

• Election of new Vice‑Chair
• Policy Review: Staff Code of Conduct
• Policy Review: CEO Development Review
• 2026 Operating & Capital Budget Submission – approve budget and set $8,000 spending authority limits
• GPL Staff Engagement Survey Results – informational receipt

The Board elected Leslie Johnstone as Vice‑Chair by acclamation. The Employee Code of Conduct and CEO Development Review documents were accepted as amended. The 2026 operating and capital budget requests were approved, and the Board gave the CEO authority to modify the budget up to $8,000 and the Budget Working Group authority for larger changes.

• Leslie Johnstone elected Vice‑Chair (by acclamation)
• Employee Code of Conduct policy accepted as amended
• CEO Development Review documents accepted as presented
• CEO Development Review Working Group appointed (Chair, Vice‑Chair, and R. Beechey)
• 2026 operating & capital budget approved; CEO empowered to adjust up to $8,000
• Budget Working Group empowered to adjust budget over $8,000

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will receive updates on ASE cameras and future reporting, and on changes to snowmobile trails. A delegation will discuss transportation issues on Ravencrest Road. The committee will also share information about the 2026 Non-Profit Organization Grant Program, which offers up to $10,000 to eligible local non‑profits. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• ASE Camera updates and upcoming report
• Snowmobile trail changes
• Delegation on transportation on Ravencrest Road
• Notice of 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program (up to $10,000)

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and approved minutes from March and June 2025. It waived procedural rules to allow open discussion, accepted a delegation on Ravencrest Road transportation issues, and received informational updates on ASE cameras, snowmobile trail reductions, the 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program, and York Region's Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan.

• Adopted agenda with addendum item 12.4 (carried)
• Approved minutes of March 25 and June 3, 2025 meetings (carried)
• Waived rules of procedure to allow open discussion (carried)
• Accepted delegation regarding transportation on Ravencrest Road (carried)
• Received verbal update on ASE cameras for information (carried)
• Received update on Snowmobile Trails for information (carried)
• Received notice of 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program for information (carried)
• Received York Region Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan Year One Results for information (carried)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will consider a proposed meeting format and vote on the preferred option, referencing Council Resolution C-2025-0107. The committee will also review the 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Report and receive updates on regional tariff changes. Additional presentations include economic development updates and verbal reports from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures.

• Decision on advisory committee meeting format (see LS-2025-0001 – Proposed Advisory Committee Meeting Format)
• Review of 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Report (SI-2025-0003)
• York Region tariff response update (York Region -- Tariff Response Update)
• Economic Development Updates presentation
• Verbal updates from Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the April 7, 2025 minutes. Members approved three update reports and voted to use virtual meetings for the remainder of the term. They also resolved to hold the October 27 meeting in person in the Council Chambers. An information item on the 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy report was received.

• Agenda approved as presented (GEDC2025-0021) – Carried
• April 7, 2025 minutes approved as presented (GEDC2025-0022) – Carried
• Three updates approved; virtual meeting option adopted for remainder of term (GEDC2025-0023) – Carried
• Oct 27 meeting to be held in person in Council Chambers (GEDC2025-0024) – Carried
• Received 2024 Economic Development and Tourism Strategy report as information item (GEDC2025-0025) – Carried
• Meeting adjourned at 8:16 pm (GEDC2025-0026) – Carried

Council Meeting

Council will consider and vote on a Noise By-law Exemption request from International Fixture Installations Inc. on behalf of Zehrs Keswick at 24018 Woodbine Ave to permit overnight construction noise. The meeting also includes adoption of reports on the ClearWater Farm 2025 update, a municipal heritage register review that designates and removes numerous properties, and a Building Faster Fund Investment Plan requiring delegated authority. Additional items include two bylaws—amending parking enforcement on private property and appointing members to the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee—and several flag‑raising disposition requests.

• Noise By-law Exemption for Zehrs Keswick (24018 Woodbine Ave) – overnight construction noise
• Adoption of ClearWater Farm 2025 Update and Annual Work Plan
• Municipal Heritage Register Review – designations and removals of listed properties
• Building Faster Fund Investment Plan 2025 – delegated authority to approve and submit to ministry
• Bylaw 2025-0055 amending parking enforcement on private property

The council adopted the agenda and minutes for the September 10 meeting. It approved a heritage register overhaul, designating eight properties and removing fourteen based on the Cultural Heritage Evaluation Report. The council also approved a noise bylaw exemption for overnight construction at Zehrs Keswick and delegated authority to submit the Building Faster Fund Investment Plan to the provincial ministry. Additional items included receiving the ClearWater Futures Foundation work plan and referring a Frog Street road extension proposal to staff.

• Approved agenda addendum items (Resolution C-2025-0208) – carried
• Adopted August 13, 2025 council minutes (Resolution C-2025-0209) – carried
• Approved heritage register updates: designated eight properties and removed fourteen (Resolution C-2025-0216) – carried
• Approved Noise Bylaw Exemption for Zehrs Keswick, 24018 Woodbine Ave (Resolution C-2025-0214) – carried
• Delegated authority to Deputy CAO/Treasurer to submit Building Faster Fund Investment Plan to Ministry (Resolution C-2025-0213) – carried
• Received ClearWater Futures Foundation 2025 work plan (Resolution C-2025-0210) – carried
• Referred Frog Street extension proposal to staff for consideration (Resolution C-2025-0212) – carried
• Received comments on removal of 96 High Street from heritage register (Resolution C-2025-0215) – carried

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the Town of Georgina’s 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan. The committee will also consider the proposed 2026 Advisory Committee meeting schedule and learn about the 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program, which offers up to $10,000 to eligible groups. Community announcements include the 45th Georgina Terry Fox Run, a Cultural Festival, and the Chippewas of Georgina Island Pow Wow.

• Presentation of the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Review and approval of the 2026 Advisory Committee meeting schedule
• Notice of the 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program (up to $10,000 per grant)
• Announcement of the 45th Georgina Terry Fox Run – Sept. 14, 2025 at North Gwillimbury Park, 857 Lake Dr.
• Announcement of the Chippewas of Georgina Island Pow Wow – Sept. 27‑28, 2025 at Sutton District High School, 20798 Dalton Rd.

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its 2026 meeting schedule. It formally received updates on the Pow Wow, Pan‑African Flag Festival, Terry Fox Run, the 2025‑2029 Accessibility Plan, and the upcoming Cultural Festival. The committee also noted the opening of the 2026 Non‑Profit Grant Program.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0044) – Carried
• Adopted minutes from June 24, 2025 (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0045) – Carried
• Received Pow Wow & Truth and Reconciliation Day information (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0046) – Carried
• Received 5th Annual Georgina Pan‑African Flag Festival information (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0047) – Carried
• Received Georgina Terry Fox Run information (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0048) – Carried
• Received 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan presentation (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0049) – Carried
• Received Cultural Festival update (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0050) – Carried
• Approved 2026 Committee meeting schedule (Resolution GEDAC-2025-0051) – Carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider three consent applications (68 & 70 Blue Jay Boulevard, 9537 Morning Glory Road, and 4 & 6 Hutner Lane) and two minor variance applications (MV-2025-0015 and MV-2025-0016) submitted by property owners. Each item includes specific conditions that must be satisfied within two years, such as submission of reference plans, draft deeds, and confirmations from various town divisions and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, declarations of interest, and a review of previous minutes.

• Consent Application CON-2025-0008 for 68 & 70 Blue Jay Boulevard – sever and convey lands with six listed conditions.
• Consent Application CON-2025-0009 for 9537 Morning Glory Road – create a new residential lot with six listed conditions.
• Consent Application CON-2025-0010 for 4 & 6 Hutner Lane – sever and convey lands with five listed conditions.
• Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0015 for 4 Hutner Lane – relief for accessory structures, setbacks, and driveway width with three conditions and specific terms.
• Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0016 for 6 Hutner Lane – relief for driveway frontage, setbacks, and driveway width with two conditions and a term.

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application CON-2025-0008 after a tie vote on an initial motion, removing the road‑widening condition and adding several conditions. Consent Applications CON-2025-0009 and CON-2025-0010 were also approved unanimously, each with a list of conditions. All approvals are subject to a 20‑day appeal period.

• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0008 with road‑widening condition removed; carried unanimously
• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0009; carried unanimously
• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0010 (including Minor Variance MV-2025-0015 & MV-2025-0016); carried unanimously

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will follow its standard agenda, including adoption of minutes and approval of the agenda. A closed session is scheduled to address a personal personnel matter under Section 16.1(4) of the Public Libraries Act. The next regular meeting is set for September 18, 2025.

• Closed session to discuss a personal personnel matter (Section 16.1(4) of the Public Libraries Act)
• Adoption of minutes from the previous meeting
• Approval of the agenda
• Next meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025

The board approved its agenda and moved into a closed session to discuss a personnel matter. It then reconvened in open session, directed the CEO to act on the personnel issue, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (GLB-2025-065) – carried
• Moved into Closed Session (GLB-2025-066) – carried
• Reconvened into Open Session (GLB-2025-067) – carried
• Directed CEO to proceed on personnel matter (GLB-2025-068) – carried
• Adjourned meeting (GLB-2025-069) – carried

Georgina Public Library Board

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

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one application for land severance and two applications for minor variances. Staff have provided recommendations for approval for each item, pending the absence of public or committee concerns.

• Consent Application CON-2025-0007: Proposal to sever and convey lands at 204 and 208 Wynhurst Road
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0011: Request for 1.3m side yard setback and 36% lot coverage at 34 Della Street
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0014: Request to construct an accessory structure in the front yard at 19 Klimek Boulevard

The Committee of Adjustment approved Consent Application CON-2025-0007 for 204 and 208 Wynhurst Road, subject to a 20‑day appeal period and several conditions. It also approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0011 for 34 Della Street and Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0014 for 19 Klimek Boulevard, each with a 20‑day appeal period and specific conditions. The meeting adopted the July 14, 2025 minutes and set the next meeting for September 8, 2025.

• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0007 for 204 & 208 Wynhurst Road (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0011 for 34 Della Street (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0014 for 19 Klimek Boulevard (unanimous)
• Adopted July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina council will consider several reports, including a $100,000 allocation for the 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program. It will appoint a new member to the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee and endorse the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan. The council will also vote on bylaw 2025‑0053 to impose development charges and on amendments to the off‑road vehicle bylaw and the auditor appointment.

• Allocate $100,000 in the 2026 budget for the Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program with a 2% annual inflation increase
• Appointment to the Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee for the 2022‑2026 term
• Endorsement of the Town’s 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Adoption of Bylaw 2025‑0053 to impose Development Charges in the Town of Georgina
• Adoption of Bylaw 2025‑0052 amending the off‑road vehicle bylaw

The council allocated $100,000 for the 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program and updated its funding guidelines. It approved the 2025 Development Charges Background Study and expressed intent to levy related charges. The 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan was endorsed unanimously, and several bylaws—including auditor appointment and off‑road vehicle regulations—were adopted.

• Approved $100,000 allocation for 2026 Non‑Profit Organization Grant Program (carried)
• Approved 2025 Development Charges Background Study and intent to levy development charges (carried)
• Endorsed the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (unanimously carried)
• Proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (carried)
• Proclaimed September 4, 2025 as National PKD Awareness Day (carried)
• Adopted Economic, Culture and Community Betterment Grant allocations totaling $15,900 (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025‑0051 appointing KPMG LLP as municipal auditors (carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025‑0052 amending the Off‑Road Vehicle Bylaw (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council meeting on July 30, 2025 will review two planning applications submitted by Michael Smith Planning Consultants on behalf of 1000679027 Ontario Inc. and Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. The first application seeks an amendment to Zoning Bylaw 500 for lots 61, 75 and 95 Holmes Point Road in Pefferlaw. The second seeks an amendment to the Sutton/Jackson’s Point Secondary Plan and Zoning Bylaw 500 for a non‑profit housing shelter at 2028 Metro Rd, including a reservation of 17.9 persons‑equivalent of sanitary sewer and water allocation. The council will also adopt the meeting minutes, confirm bylaw 2025‑0050, and consider motions to enter and exit a closed session.

• Application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 61, 75 & 95 Holmes Point Road (ZBA‑2025‑0002) – 1000679027 Ontario Inc.
• Application to amend Sutton/Jackson’s Point Secondary Plan and Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc. at 2028 Metro Rd (OPA‑2025‑0001, ZBA‑2025‑0004)
• Adoption of meeting minutes (no attachments)
• Confirmation bylaw 2025‑0050 (COU‑2) confirming proceedings of Special Council
• Motions to move into closed session and to reconvene in open session

The council adopted the agenda and received reports on planning applications. It approved the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment for the Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc., subject to technical conditions and a water‑sewer allocation. The council also directed the municipality to proceed with a pending land acquisition and adopted a bylaw confirming the special council proceedings.

• Adopted agenda with addendum items (Resolution C-2025-0182) – Carried
• Received Report DS-2025-0042 on Holmes Point Road marina application (Resolution C-2025-0183) – Carried
• Approved Official Plan Amendment OPA-2025-0001 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment ZBA-2025-0004 for Women’s Shelter of York Region Inc., subject to technical conditions (Resolution C-2025-0184) – Carried
• Directed municipality to proceed with pending land acquisition in Pefferlaw (Resolution C-2025-0185) – Carried
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0050 confirming special council proceedings – Carried
• Reopened council after closed session – Carried
• Adjourned council meeting at 9:47 pm – Carried

Georgina Public Library Board

The Board will meet virtually to discuss new business, including a review of the social media policy and planning for Ontario Public Library Week. The meeting also includes a review of the June 2025 financial statement and a branch report.

• Policy Review: Social Media
• June 2025 Financial Statement
• Ontario Public Library Week (Oct 19-25) and Board Meet & Greet
• GPL Goals Document
• Branch Report

The board accepted the Social Media Policy as presented. A motion to cancel the regular August 2025 board meeting was carried. Both actions were approved without recorded vote counts.

• Accepted Social Media Policy (carried)
• Cancelled regular August 2025 Board meeting (carried)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider three minor variance applications: MV-2025-0008 for 151 Oakcrest Drive, MV-2025-0009 for S/S Vambola Avenue, and MV-2025-0010 for 10101 Old Shiloh Road. Staff recommend approval of each application with specific setbacks or temporary uses, subject to terms and conditions and a two‑year compliance period. The meeting also includes standard items such as roll call, declarations of interest, and the next meeting date.

• MV-2025-0008 – relief to reduce rear yard setback to 6.8 m at 151 Oakcrest Drive
• MV-2025-0009 – temporary permission for accessory structures, a trailer, and a shipping container at S/S Vambola Avenue
• MV-2025-0010 – reduction of front yard setback to 6.5 m and interior side yard setback to 2.7 m at 10101 Old Shiloh Road

The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0008 for 151 Oakcrest Drive and Minor Variance MV-2025-0009 for S/S Vambola Avenue. Both approvals are subject to a 20‑day appeal period and specific conditions that must be met within two years. The MV-2025-0008 vote was carried unanimously; the MV-2025-0009 vote was approved after a motion and second.

• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0008 for 151 Oakcrest Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0009 for S/S Vambola Avenue (vote passed)
• Both approvals subject to a 20‑day appeal period
• MV-2025-0008 conditioned on Development Engineering Division confirmation within 2 years
• MV-2025-0009 conditioned on Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Development Engineering Division confirmations within 2 years

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will consider adopting the 2025 annual budget for the Jackson's Point Business Improvement Area and a bylaw to levy a special charge on commercial properties within the area. The meeting also includes appointing a new board member for the BIA, approving multi‑year funding for local arts and cultural nonprofits, and several road and traffic bylaws affecting the Oxford Homes Phase 2 subdivision.

• Adopt 2025 annual budget and levy a special tax for Jackson's Point BIA (Bylaw 2025-0044)
• Appointment of David Marchese to the Jackson's Point BIA board (Bylaw 2025-0043)
• Approve funding: $165,000 for Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture, $28,000 for Georgina Military Museum, $67,000 for Georgina Chamber of Commerce (5‑year term, 2% annual increase)
• Bylaw 2025-0046 to assume Haskins Crescent and Oxford Homes Phase 2 roads as public highway
• Bylaw 2025-0048 amending traffic regulations and parking control for Oxford Homes Phase 2

The council adopted the meeting agenda with addendum items and approved the minutes from June. It approved the 2025 annual budget for the Jackson’s Point Business Improvement Area and appointed David Marchese to the board, also adopting a by‑law for a supplemental tax levy. Funding for the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture, the Georgina Military Museum and the Georgina Chamber of Commerce was approved for 2026‑2030, and staff were given authority to implement service agreements and lease arrangements for these organisations. Presentations on Lake Simcoe chloride levels and a proposal for library drop‑in centres were received and referred for further investigation.

• Adopted agenda with addendum items (Item 16.7 Bylaw 2025‑0044, Item 16.5 withdrawn) – Carried
• Adopted minutes from June 4 and June 11, 2025 – Carried
• Approved 2025 annual budget and appointed David Marchese to the Jackson’s Point Business Improvement Area board – Carried
• Approved $165,000 annual funding for Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture (2026‑2030) – Carried
• Approved $28,000 and $67,000 annual funding for Georgina Military Museum and Georgina Chamber of Commerce (2026‑2030) – Carried
• Authorized staff to implement a 5‑year service agreement for the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture – Carried
• Authorized staff to implement a 5‑year service agreement for the Georgina Chamber of Commerce – Carried
• Received presentation on Lake Simcoe chloride mitigation and referred library drop‑in centre proposal for further study – Carried

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will hear presentations on Lake Simcoe's ecological health, the Georgina Water Treatment Plant mussel control system, and an in‑home food waste diversion program. Members will review the Willow Beach Park Revitalization design concept and discuss the newly released Climate Action Plan and its implementation. The committee will also consider a memorandum proposing a new advisory‑committee meeting format.

• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority presentation on Lake Simcoe ecological health
• York Region update on Georgina Water Treatment Plant Mussel Control System and site works
• Food Cycle Science presentation on an in‑home food waste diversion program
• Willow Beach Park Revitalization Project design concept update
• Review of Climate Action Plan release and implementation discussion

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to determine a preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107. The session includes updates on economic development, the Chamber of Commerce, and South Lake Community Futures.

• Decision on preferred meeting format (Council Resolution C-2025-0107)
• 2024 Update -- Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Report No. SI-2025-0003
• York Region Tariff Response Update

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will review community announcements and updates on Pride, Pan‑African Flag, Hate Has No Place Here decals, and upcoming cultural events. It will also decide which of the proposed dates—September 30, November 4, or December 9, 2025—will be used for a single hybrid (in‑person) meeting during the term. The meeting is virtual and runs from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

• Decision on hybrid meeting date (Sept 30, Nov 4, or Dec 9 2025)
• Pride Event update presented by Grant Peckford
• Pan‑African Flag Festival update and poster distribution by Patti White
• Re‑print of decals for the “Hate Has No Place Here” campaign by Patti White
• Cultural Event update presented by Carlie McCormick

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee adopted its June 24 agenda and the May 13 minutes. It received several updates for information, including the Pride Event, Pan‑African Flag, Hate Has No Place Here decals, and the Cultural Event. The committee chose to hold a hybrid (in‑person) meeting on September 9, 2025, and approved an amendment to the 2025 meeting schedule moving the September meeting to that date.

• Adopted June 24 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted May 13 minutes (Carried)
• Received Pride Event Update for information (Carried)
• Received Pan‑African Flag Update for information (Carried)
• Received Hate Has No Place Here decals update for information (Carried)
• Received Cultural Event Update for information (Carried)
• Approved hybrid meeting on Sep 9, 2025 (Carried)
• Accepted updated 2025 schedule with September date change (Carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet to discuss financial statements and public service policies. The agenda includes a review of citizen satisfaction survey results and a closed session regarding a staffing matter.

• 2024 Year-End Financial Statements
• Policy Review: Public Access to Computers
• Citizen Satisfaction Survey Results
• May 2025 Financial Statement
• Staffing matter update (Closed Session)

The board approved the June 19 agenda and adopted the May 21 minutes. It accepted the consent agenda items, including the 2024 year‑end financial statements, and approved the amended Public Access to Computers policy. The meeting entered a closed session for a staffing matter and later reconvened in open session. No other substantive motions were denied.

• Approved June 19, 2025 agenda (GLB-2025-048) – Carried
• Adopted May 21, 2025 minutes (GLB-2025-050) – Carried
• Accepted consent agenda items (branch report, goals document, financial statement, media scan) (GLB-2025-051) – Carried
• Accepted verbal communications as presented (GLB-2025-052) – Carried
• Received and adopted 2024 Year-End Financial Statements (GLB-2025-049) – Carried
• Adopted amended Public Access to Computers policy (GLB-2025-053) – Carried
• Moved into Closed Session (GLB-2025-054) – Carried
• Reopened to Open Session (GLB-2025-055) – Carried

Council Meeting

Council will consider two bylaw amendments—one adding an all‑way stop at Lake Drive North at Sheppard Avenue, and another changing zoning for the Stylux Homes development at 772 The Queensway South, Keswick. The agenda also includes a public meeting on the Development Charges Background Study and a recommendation to make the Off‑Road Vehicle Pilot Project a permanent seasonal program. Additionally, council will receive and adopt the 2024 audited financial statements for the town, library board, trust funds, and various boards and committees.

• Bylaw 2025-0041 amending traffic and parking bylaws to add an all‑way stop at Lake Drive North at Sheppard Avenue (Phase 1 Lake Drive Improvements)
• Bylaw 500-2025-0004 amending Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for Stylux Homes at 772 The Queensway South, Keswick (File #03.1178)
• Public meeting (9:00 am) on the Development Charges Background Study to discuss the proposed Development Charges Bylaw
• Recommendation to make the Off‑Road Vehicle Pilot Project a permanent program from December 15 to April 15 each year
• Adoption of 2024 audited consolidated financial statements for the Town of Georgina, the Public Library Board, Trust Funds, and various Boards and Committees

Council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. The council received and referred several presentations—including a food‑waste diversion program, a water‑treatment plant update, and a development‑charges background study—and adopted the 2024 audited financial statements. Council approved making the Off‑Road Vehicle Pilot Project a permanent seasonal program and directed staff to prepare a briefing note and draft bylaw for a year‑round pilot in Ward 5.

• Adopted agenda (Resolution C-2025-0153) – carried
• Received and referred Food Cycle Science presentation (Resolution C-2025-0154) – carried
• Received water‑treatment plant presentation and scheduled staff meeting (Resolution C-2025-0155) – carried
• Received delegation on 2025 Development Charges Background Study (Resolution C-2025-0156) – carried
• Adopted 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements (Resolution C-2025-0157) – carried
• Received 2025 Citizen Satisfaction Survey report (Resolution C-2025-0162) – carried
• Received presentation on Development Charges background study (Resolution C-2025-0163) – carried
• Made Off‑Road Vehicle Pilot Project a permanent program (Resolution C-2025-0164) – carried

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet to decide on a preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107. The body will also receive updates on livestock legislation, road maintenance, and paving projects.

• Decision on proposed Advisory Committee meeting format
• Update on Livestock Pound keeper legislation
• Roadside ditch maintenance information for McCowan and Country Mile Lane, and Morning Glory Road
• Paving information for Stoney Batter Road
• Council endorsement of Grain Bin Safety training with the Georgina Fire Department

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider which of three proposed dates—October 7, November 4, or December 9, 2025—to hold a single hybrid meeting for the term. The meeting will also include a presentation on High Street accessibility ramps and storefronts, an update on the town’s Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan, and information on trailhead signage compliance. Community announcements will recap the York Region AAC Forum held on May 28, 2025.

• Decision on one hybrid (in‑person) meeting date for 2025 (Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 9)
• Presentation on accessibility ramps and storefronts on High Street by Julie Cain
• Update on the Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan by Tim Higgins
• Information on trailhead signage and compliance with O. Reg. 191/11 by Bob Ferguson and Courtney Rennie
• Community announcement of York Region AAC Forum (May 28, 2025) and Action‑Wish‑Pledge

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a consent application to sever and convey part of the property at 9597 Morning Glory Road, creating a new residential building lot, subject to several conditions to be met within two years. It will also review a minor variance application for 411 Bouchier Street that seeks a reduced front‑yard setback for an accessory structure and permits interior water fixtures in a detached garage, also subject to conditions. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as roll call, declarations of interest and a review of previous minutes.

• Consent Application CON-2025-0005 – 9597 Morning Glory Road – create one new residential lot, with six conditions to be fulfilled within two years
• Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0007 – 411 Bouchier Street – front‑yard setback reduction to 5 m and allowance of interior water fixtures in detached garage, with conditions
• Power of Sale/Foreclosure/Validation of Title Applications – agenda item without further detail
• Communications – Memorandum and Report proposing a new Advisory Committee meeting format
• Review of minutes from the May 12, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved a consent application to sever and convey land at 9597 Morning Glory Road for a new residential lot, and a minor‑variance at 411 Bouchier Street allowing a reduced front‑yard setback and interior water fixtures in a detached garage. The members also voted unanimously to continue holding meetings virtually. Minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting were adopted.

• Approved Consent Application CON-2025-0005 (9597 Morning Glory Rd) to create one new residential lot, subject to conditions – unanimous
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0007 (411 Bouchier St) granting 5 m front‑yard setback and interior water fixtures – unanimous
• Adopted minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting – unanimous
• Voted to keep Committee meetings virtual – unanimous

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will hear three applications to amend zoning bylaws for temporary uses: open storage at 3449 Baseline Road, a cricket field at 6675 Smith Boulevard, and a general amendment at 4268 Timberbank Square. Staff recommend approval for the first two if no concerns arise.

• Zoning amendment for open storage at 3449 Baseline Road (3-year term)
• Zoning amendment for cricket field at 6675 Smith Boulevard (3-year term)
• Zoning amendment at 4268 Timberbank Square (Sutton)
• Approval of agenda and minutes for June 11, 2025 meeting
• Confirming Bylaw 2025-0040 (COU-2) for Council proceedings

The council adopted a zoning bylaw amendment for DC Marine at 3449 Baseline Road, allowing temporary open storage and related uses for up to three years and reducing the temporary rezoning fee by half. It also approved a temporary‑use zoning amendment for a cricket field at 6675 Smith Boulevard for up to three years. A separate resolution received a report on a housing amendment at Timberbank Square and instructed staff to provide further notice and follow‑up. The agenda addition, a confirming bylaw, and the motion to adjourn were also carried.

• Approved DC Marine temporary‑use zoning amendment (up to 3 years) and halved fee (carried)
• Approved cricket field temporary‑use zoning amendment at 6675 Smith Blvd (up to 3 years) (carried)
• Received report on Timberbank Square housing amendment and ordered staff follow‑up (carried)
• Adopted agenda with Item 10.1.c addition (carried)
• Confirmed Bylaw 2025-0040 (COU-2) proceedings of Council (carried)
• Motion to adjourn passed at 9:00 pm (carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee will consider Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-4253, an appeal of a Dangerous Dog Order issued for the dog named Daisy. The appeal includes statements from the owners, David and Lisa Harvey, and supporting documents. The committee will also adopt the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting and address any other business.

• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-4253 – appeal of Dangerous Dog Order for Daisy (owners David and Lisa Harvey, 65 George Road, Sutton)
• Review of Ubanna Statement, David Harvey Statement, injury documentation, and related PDFs
• Adoption of minutes from the meeting held on April 30, 2025
• Procedural items: call to order, appointment of chair, declaration of pecuniary interest, meeting procedure, agenda approval
• Other business and scheduling of the next meeting (TBD)

The committee upheld Dangerous Dog Order #24-4253 for the dog “Daisy” and added an amendment to Section 3.1 requiring a fenced yard at least 1.52 m high with a lockable self‑closing gate and a tether that prevents the dog from crossing property lines. The appellant was not present at the hearing. The committee also appointed Lee Dale as chair and adopted the previous meeting minutes.

• Appointed Lee Dale as Chair (carried)
• Approved meeting agenda (carried)
• Upheld Dangerous Dog Order #24-4253 with enclosure amendment (carried)
• Adopted April 30, 2025 minutes as presented (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:03 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will meet to establish 2025 tax and stormwater rates and review the 2024 Strategic Plan annual report. The body is also considering a climate action plan and infrastructure redevelopment for High Street.

• Approval of 2025 property tax rates and stormwater utility rates
• Proposed $4,125,000 in long-term financing for High Street Streetscape & Infrastructure Redevelopment
• Rezoning of 66 Edith Street to allow for one additional residential building lot
• Proposed 10-year no-cost leases and incorporation subsidies up to $1,250 for Beach Associations
• Endorsement of the Climate Change Action Plan

The council approved the meeting agenda and adopted the minutes from April 16 and May 7, 2025. It received and approved the 2025 property tax rates, adopting the required by‑law. The Climate Change Action Plan was received and endorsed in principle, with implementation tied to the annual budget. Closed‑session resolutions on labour relations and a pending land acquisition were also carried.

• Approved agenda with addendum items (Resolution C-2025-0127) – Carried
• Adopted minutes from April 16 and May 7, 2025 (Resolution C-2025-0128) – Carried
• Received delegation from Roy Moquin on Lake Drive Beach Associations (Resolution C-2025-0129) – Carried
• Received remaining resident delegations (Resolution C-2025-0130) – Carried
• Approved 2025 property tax rates and adopted by‑law (Resolution C-2025-0131) – Carried
• Received and endorsed Climate Change Action Plan in principle (Resolution C-2025-0135) – Carried unanimously
• Approved closed‑session labour relations resolution (Resolution C-2025-0133) – Carried
• Approved closed‑session land acquisition resolution for Sutton (Resolution C-2025-0134) – Carried

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will review a memorandum and report on a proposed advisory committee meeting format, referencing Council Resolution C-2025-0107. It will consider the bi‑annual Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Update (Report No. OID-2025-0010) presented to Council on May 7, 2025. The committee will also receive an update on the Safe Streets Monitoring Program and ASE launch, and share details of a public open house for the High Street streetscape project.

• Open House – High Street Streetscape and Infrastructure Redevelopment, June 10, 2025, 5‑9 pm, Kin Community Hall, 3 Fairpark Lane, Sutton
• Memorandum and Report – Proposed Advisory Committee Meeting Format (based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107)
• Report No. OID-2025-0010 – Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Update (presented at Council May 7, 2025)
• Safe Streets Monitoring Program / ASE launch update presented by Kate Walkom, Supervisor of Traffic Safety & Operations
• Adoption of minutes from the meeting held on March 25, 2025

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting. It approved a resolution to hold virtual meetings for the remainder of the term, with one hybrid meeting per year allowed with 30‑day notice. The committee also received a traffic control and parking work plan report and an update on the Safe Streets Monitoring and Automated Speed Enforcement program for information. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0014) – Carried
• Adopted minutes of March 25, 2025 meeting – Carried
• Approved virtual meetings as primary format, hybrid meeting once per year with notice (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0015) – Carried
• Received Traffic Control and Parking Request Work Plan Update report for information (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0016) – Carried
• Received Safe Streets Monitoring Program / ASE launch update for information (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0017) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0018) – Carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for June 2, 2025 has no agenda items listed in the provided document. The agenda contains only placeholders and no substantive items such as rezoning proposals, contracts, or ordinance discussions. As a result, the meeting is likely to address procedural matters only.

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Appeals Committee (Property Standards) will meet to discuss a property standards appeal. The session includes a verbal update from the Manager of Municipal Law Enforcement regarding a specific property order.

• Property Standards Appeal 24-3044 for 817 Fairbank Avenue, Willow Beach (Owner: Michael Hill)

The committee voted to rescind the Property Standards Order for 817 Fairbank Avenue (Appeal #24-3044). It also adopted the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. Councillor Lee Dale was reinstated as chair, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

• Rescinded Property Standards Order for 817 Fairbank Avenue (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of April 23, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Reinstated Councillor Lee Dale as chair (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (Carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will hold its regular meeting to adopt minutes, receive reports, and discuss updates. In new business, the board will review the library’s other rates and fees policy and consider the budget working group’s recommendations. The meeting includes a closed session and sets the next meeting for June 19, 2025.

• Policy Review: Other Rates & Fees
• Budget Working Group
• Financial Statement – April 2025
• Media Scan
• Closed Session

The Georgina Public Library Board adopted the Other Rates & Fees policy and created a Budget Working Group composed of four members. It also approved the meeting agenda, adopted the April 17 minutes, and accepted the consent agenda items. The board entered a closed session, reconvened in open session, and received information from the closed session.

• Approved agenda as amended (GLB-2025-038) – carried
• Adopted April 17, 2025 minutes (GLB-2025-039) – carried
• Accepted consent agenda items (branch report, goals document, financial statement, media scan) (GLB-2025-040) – carried
• Approved Other Rates & Fees policy (GLB-2025-042) – carried
• Established Budget Working Group (Bobbi Sabatini, Naomi Davison, Rita Beechey, Nancy Rodrigues) (GLB-2025-043) – carried
• Moved into Closed Session at 7:28 p.m. (GLB-2025-044) – carried
• Reopened Open Session at 8:02 p.m. (GLB-2025-045) – carried
• Received information from Closed Session (GLB-2025-046) – carried

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet to determine its preferred meeting format. The body will also receive updates on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan and the status of accessible participation at the Georgina Ice Palace.

• Decision on preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107
• Review of $50,000 allocation for accessible participation in viewing areas at the Georgina Ice Palace
• Verbal update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan from Tim Higgins
• Proclamation of May 28, 2025, as Red Shirt Day
• Feedback request for York Region Transit 2026 Annual Transit Plan

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 15 meeting. It adopted a resolution to hold all meetings virtually for the remainder of the term, allowing one hybrid meeting per year with 30‑day notice. The Committee also received Council endorsement to review accessible participation options for the Georgina Ice Palace and received a verbal update on the Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

• Agenda approved as presented (Resolution GAAC-2025-0017) – Carried
• April 15 minutes approved (Resolution GAAC-2025-0018) – Carried
• Adopt virtual meetings for term, one hybrid meeting per year with 30‑day notice (Resolution GAAC-2025-0019) – Carried
• Receive Council endorsement of Disposition Item 12.1.g for Ice Palace accessibility (Resolution GAAC-2025-0020) – Carried
• Receive verbal update on Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan (Resolution GAAC-2025-0021) – Carried
• Meeting adjourned at 9:36 a.m. (Resolution GAAC-2025-0022) – Carried

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will adopt minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting and decide on a preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107. It will review the Council endorsement for Grain Bin Safety training (Resolution C-2025-0081) and discuss two disposition items: the Drain Loan Limit and the York Region Food Council's Food Charter. Additional updates include a Livestock Pound Keeper briefing.

• Resolution C-2025-0081 endorses Grain Bin Safety training by the Georgina Fire Department
• Discussion of Drain Loan Limit (attachment: Drain Loan Limit.pdf)
• Discussion of York Region Food Council's Food Charter (Resolution C-2025-0053)
• Proposed Advisory Committee Meeting Format (Memorandum and Report)
• Livestock Pound Keeper update by Mike Hutchinson

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will meet to determine its preferred meeting format based on a Council resolution. The body will also receive updates on accessibility plans and community events.

• Decision on preferred meeting format per Council Resolution C-2025-0107
• Council endorsement to spend $500 from the Committee's budget to re-print 'Hate Has No Place Here' stickers
• Presentation by Erin Thomas of DeafBlind Ontario Services regarding DeafBlind Awareness month
• Update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan from Tim Higgins
• Updates on Pride events and the Pan-African Flag

The committee approved virtual meetings for the term, allowing one hybrid meeting per year with 30‑day notice. It received updates on Pride events, the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan, and endorsed Council’s $500 sticker re‑print request. The Pan‑African Flag update was deferred, and the agenda and prior minutes were adopted.

• Agenda approved (GEDAC‑2025‑0026) – Carried
• April 8 minutes adopted (GEDAC‑2025‑0027) – Carried
• DeafBlind Ontario presentation received (GEDAC‑2025‑0028) – Carried
• Virtual meeting format adopted (GEDAC‑2025‑0029) – Carried
• Pride Event updates received (GEDAC‑2025‑0030) – Carried
• Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan update received (GEDAC‑2025‑0031) – Carried
• Pan‑African Flag update deferred (GEDAC‑2025‑0032) – Carried
• Council endorsement of $500 sticker re‑print received (C‑2025‑0085, GEDAC‑2025‑0033) – Carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0006 for the property at 143 Moore’s Beach Road. The application seeks permission to build an accessory structure in the front yard and to reduce the driveway setback from 6 metres to 4.8 metres. The Committee may approve the variance subject to conditions, including written confirmation from the Development Engineering Division within two years. The agenda notes that the June 2, 2025 meeting is cancelled and the next meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2025.

• Minor variance application MV-2025-0006 – accessory structure in front yard at 143 Moore’s Beach Road
• Request to reduce driveway setback to 4.8 m (from required 6 m) at the same address
• Condition: written confirmation from Development Engineering Division within two years
• Procedural agenda items: roll call, declaration of pecuniary interest, hearing procedure
• Next meeting set for June 16, 2025 (June 2 cancelled)

The Committee of Adjustment unanimously approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0006 for 143 Moore’s Beach Road, allowing an accessory structure in the front yard and a reduced setback of 4.8 m, subject to a 20‑day appeal period and conditions to be satisfied within two years. The minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting were adopted. The June 2, 2025 meeting was cancelled and the next meeting was scheduled for June 16, 2025.

• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0006 for 143 Moore’s Beach Road (unanimous)
• Adopted April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled June 2, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 16, 2025 (unanimous)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will review a Housing Needs Assessment to guide future development and funding. The body is also deciding on funding for a bridge commemoration and updates to traffic and parking bylaws.

• Proposed $40,000.00 for commemoration of the Old Shiloh Bridge
• Endorsement of the Housing Needs Assessment prepared by Vink Consulting Inc. and J Consulting Group
• Proposed Site Alteration Agreement for Baldwin Airport at 5714 Smith Blvd
• Adoption of Bylaws 2025-0034 and 2025-0035 to regulate traffic, parking, and administrative fees
• Proclamation request for July 27th as 'Terry Fox Day'

Council approved $1,585,000 from development‑charge reserves for the High Street sanitary sewer and watermain upgrades, endorsed the town’s Housing Needs Assessment, and approved up to $15,000 for commemorating the Old Shiloh Bridge. It also adopted new traffic and parking bylaws, authorized a site‑alteration agreement for Baldwin Airport, and proclaimed July 27 2025 as Terry Fox Day.

• Approved $1,585,000 funding for High Street sanitary sewer and watermain upgrades (Carried)
• Endorsed the Housing Needs Assessment and directed its use in future planning (Carried)
• Approved up to $15,000 for commemoration of the Old Shiloh Bridge (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0033 (TR‑1) amending traffic and parking regulations (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0034 (TR‑1) regulating traffic and parking (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw 2025-0035 (REG‑1) amending administrative penalty and fees (Carried)
• Authorized execution of the Site Alteration Agreement for Baldwin Airport (Carried)
• Proclaimed July 27, 2025 as Terry Fox Day and endorsed raising the Terry Fox flag (Carried)

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will examine a draft of Georgina’s Climate Action Plan and provide feedback. The committee will also consider a memorandum and report proposing a new advisory committee meeting format and decide on a preferred format. Presentations will be given on the ecological health of Lake Simcoe and the Willow Beach design concept.

• Presentation of Draft Climate Action Plan for GEAC review (Draft Climate Action Plan for GEAC Review.pdf)
• Memorandum and Report on Proposed Advisory Committee Meeting Format (Committee to decide on preferred meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107)
• Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority presentation on ecological health of Lake Simcoe (GoeginaEAC.April.1.2025.pdf)
• Willow Beach Design Concept information from Community Services Department (Willow Beach Design Concept_WPMP Final.pdf)
• Adoption of minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting (Post-Meeting Minutes - GEAC_Apr01_2025 - English.pdf)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The meeting agenda contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are documented.

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee is meeting to review two requests to appeal dog-related orders. The committee will consider statements and evidence regarding dogs designated as aggressive or dangerous.

• Appeal 24-3956: Aggressive Dog Order for 'Ducati' at 227 Royal Road, Keswick
• Appeal 24-4107: Dangerous Dog Order for 'Harley' at 29 Arlington Drive, Keswick

The committee upheld the Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Order for appeal #24-3956 (dog "Ducati") and for appeal #24-4107 (dog "Harley"). Council members also appointed Councillor Dale as chair, approved the agenda, adopted the meeting minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Councillor Dale appointed as Chair (carried)
• Agenda approved (carried)
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Order for "Ducati" upheld (carried)
• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Order for "Harley" upheld (carried)
• Minutes of April 10, 2025 adopted (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m. (carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its March 25, 2025 meeting. It will receive an update on the Safe Streets Monitoring Program and the ASE launch. The committee will decide on the preferred advisory committee meeting format based on Council Resolution C-2025-0107.

• Adopt minutes from the March 25, 2025 meeting (GSATAC_Mar25_2025).
• Review memorandum and report proposing a new advisory committee meeting format.
• Decision on meeting format guided by Council Resolution C-2025-0107.
• Update on the Safe Streets Monitoring Program and ASE launch by Kate Walkom.

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment agenda for April 28, 2025 contains no listed items or decisions. The document appears to be empty aside from standard headings and software branding.

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) will consider an appeal submitted by Michael Hill for the property standards order issued for 817 Fairbank Avenue. The committee will review the attached order, appeal documents, and survey related to the property. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Property Standards Appeal 24-3044 for 817 Fairbank Avenue (owner Michael Hill)
• Review of 817 Fairbank Avenue Order
• Review of Fairbank Survey

The Appeals Committee appointed Councillor Dale as chair and approved the meeting agenda. It deferred the Property Standards Appeal for 817 Fairbank Avenue (File #24-3044) to allow further investigation of easements and encumbrances. The minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting were adopted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Councillor Dale appointed as Chair (Carried)
• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Decision on Appeal 24-3044 deferred pending investigation (Carried)
• Minutes of April 3, 2025 adopted (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m. (Carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will adopt minutes from March 20, 2025, receive a branch report, quarterly statistics, the GPL Goals document, and the March 2025 financial statement. Old business includes a review of the Collections Management Policy. New business and a closed session will address personal matters concerning the CEO, including the job description, performance evaluation results, and an incident at the library.

• Branch Report
• Quarterly Statistics
• GPL Goals Document
• Financial Statement – March 2025
• Closed Session: CEO job description, performance evaluation, incident

The Georgina Public Library Board adopted the March 20 minutes, accepted the consent agenda, and approved the amended Collections Management Policy. It also approved updates to the CEO job description and received information on a library incident and the CEO performance evaluation. The board moved into closed session, addressed those items, and reconvened in open session.

• Adopted March 20, 2025 minutes (amended)
• Accepted consent agenda items (branch report, statistics, goals, financials, media scan)
• Approved Collections Management Policy amendment
• Approved updates to the CEO Job Description
• Received information on library incident (personal matter)
• Received CEO performance evaluation results (personal matter)
• Moved to closed session at 7:32 p.m. and reconvened to open session at 8:30 p.m.

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will receive several reports and make decisions on major funding allocations, including a $8,432,800 budget for the north portion and $378,900 for the south portion of the Queensway North Urbanization project. It will also redirect $1,522,520 from the Building Faster Fund to the Pavement Management Program and approve the 2025 budget and board appointments for the Sutton Business Improvement Area. Additional items include adoption of the Delegation of Authority Bylaw and a special tax levy for commercial properties in the Sutton BIA.

• Queensway North Urbanization: $8,432,800 north portion funded by DC credits, CCBF, and future recoveries; $378,900 south portion funded by Development Charges reserves
• Redirect $1,522,520 (plus interest) from Building Faster Fund to Pavement Management Program and Tax Rate Stabilization reserve
• Approve 2025 budget and board appointments for the Sutton Business Improvement Area (SBIA)
• Adopt Delegation of Authority Bylaw and Policy
• Bylaw 2025-0025 to levy a special charge on business properties in the Sutton BIA

The council adopted the agenda with three addendum items and approved the minutes from earlier meetings. It received and thanked presentations on health services and the Baldwin Aerodrome site alteration. The council redirected $1,522,520 from the Building Faster Fund to the Pavement Management Program. It approved a total of $9.3 million for the Queensway North project and appointed six members to the Sutton Business Improvement Area board while approving its 2025 budget.

• Approved agenda addendum items 12.2.b.b, 17.1.c, and 17.1.d
• Adopted minutes from February 5, March 5, and March 26, 2025
• Received health update presentation from Southlake Health and NYSS OHT with thanks
• Received site alteration presentation for Baldwin Aerodrome with thanks
• Redirected $1,522,520 (plus interest) from Building Faster Fund to Pavement Management Program
• Approved $378,900 additional budget for the south portion of the Queensway North project
• Approved $8,432,800 budget for the north portion of the Queensway North project
• Appointed six members to the Sutton Business Improvement Area board and approved its 2025 budget

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will review correspondence from Oro-Medonte regarding a loan limit increase and discuss the York Region Food Charter. The committee will also receive an update on livestock poundkeeper legislation.

• Review Oro-Medonte tile drain loan limit increase
• Discuss York Region Food Charter
• Livestock poundkeeper update
• Approve March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review resolutions from January 15 and February 26 Council meetings

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes from March 11, 2025, and hear a verbal update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. The committee will also hear a presentation from a committee member regarding accessibility in the Watson Subdivision.

• Approval of March 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• Verbal update on Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
• Presentation on Watson Subdivision accessibility
• DeafBlind Ontario Services delegation
• Closed session to follow

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted the March 11, 2025 minutes. It formally received a presentation from DeafBlind Ontario Services. It accepted an informational update on the 2025‑2029 Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan. It also received information on accessibility concerns in Watson Subdivision.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GAAC-2025-0011) – Carried
• Adopted March 11, 2025 minutes (Resolution GAAC-2025-0012) – Carried
• Received DeafBlind Ontario Services presentation (Resolution GAAC-2025-0013) – Carried
• Received Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan update (Resolution GAAC-2025-0014) – Carried
• Received Watson Subdivision accessibility information (Resolution GAAC-2025-0015) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting (Resolution GAAC-2025-0016) – Carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider one application for land consent and two applications for minor variances. Staff have provided recommendations for approval for each item pending the absence of public or committee concerns.

• Consent Application B15-24: Request to sever and convey lands at 56 Osbourne Street and 382 Bouchier Street
• Minor Variance A30-24: Request for a 5-metre rear yard setback instead of 6 metres at 127 Laurendale Avenue
• Minor Variance MV-2025-0005: Request for an accessory structure setback of 1.2 metres instead of 2.0 metres at 24 Blue Heron Drive

The Committee of Adjustment approved a consent application to sever and convey lands at 56 Osbourne Street and 382 Bouchier Street, with several conditions to be met within two years. It also approved two minor variance applications: one at 127 Laurendale Avenue reducing the rear yard setback to 5 metres, and another at 24 Blue Heron Drive allowing an accessory structure setback of 1.2 metres. All approvals were carried unanimously. The meeting adopted the March 31 minutes, elected Karen Whitney as acting chair, and cancelled the April 28 meeting, setting the next meeting for May 12, 2025.

• Approved Consent Application B15-24 for 56 Osbourne St & 382 Bouchier St, subject to conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application A30-24 for 127 Laurendale Ave, permitting 5 m rear yard setback (unanimous)
• Approved Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0005 for 24 Blue Heron Dr, permitting 1.2 m accessory structure setback (unanimous)
• Adopted March 31, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Karen Whitney as acting chair for May 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Cancelled April 28, 2025 meeting; next meeting set for May 12, 2025 (unanimous)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Aggressive/Dangerous Dogs) will consider two appeals of existing dog orders. Appeal 24‑2642 is from Michele Kingdon of 61 Patchell Crescent, Keswick, requesting an appeal of the aggressive dog order for the dog named Leo. Appeal 24‑4253 is from David and Lisa Harvey of 65 George Road, Sutton, requesting an appeal of the dangerous dog order for the dog named Daisy. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and other business.

• Appeal 24‑2642 – request to appeal aggressive dog order for Leo (owner Michele Kingdon, 61 Patchell Crescent, Keswick)
• Appeal 24‑4253 – request to appeal dangerous dog order for Daisy (owners David and Lisa Harvey, 65 George Road, Sutton)
• Adoption of minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting
• Adoption of minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting
• Other business (unspecified)

The committee appointed Councillor Dale as chair and approved the agenda. It deferred appeal 24-4253 for the dog "Daisy" because the owner could not attend, and upheld appeal 24-2642 for the dog "Leo" in full. Minutes from prior meetings were adopted, the next meeting was scheduled for April 30, 2025, and the session adjourned at 7:41 p.m.

• Councillor Dale appointed Chair (motion carried)
• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Deferral request for appeal 24-4253 ("Daisy") granted (motion carried)
• Appeal 24-2642 ("Leo") upheld in entirety (motion carried)
• Appeal 24-4253 ("Daisy") deferred (motion carried)
• Minutes from May 28 2024 and March 27 2025 adopted (motion carried)
• Next meeting scheduled for April 30 2025 at 7:00 pm (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:41 pm (motion carried)

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will discuss the York Region Food Charter and receive updates on cultural events. The committee will also hear from Autism Unplugged Learning Centre and the CNIB Foundation.

• Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of York Region Food Charter
• Presentation by Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
• Presentation by CNIB Foundation
• Verbal update on upcoming Cultural Events

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee approved its April 8, 2025 agenda and adopted the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It formally received presentations from the Autism Unplugged Learning Centre and the CNIB Foundation for information. The committee also received a disposition item from the February 26, 2025 Council meeting regarding the York Region Food Council's Food Charter and an update on the upcoming Cultural Festival. The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m.

• Approved April 8, 2025 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 4, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Received Autism Unplugged Learning Centre presentation (Carried)
• Received CNIB Foundation presentation (Carried)
• Received February 26, 2025 Council disposition item on Food Charter (Carried)
• Received Cultural Festival update (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:06 p.m. (Carried)

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will adopt the February 10 and March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive economic development updates and verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures. A tariffs update, including a report on the response to U.S. tariffs (Report LS-2025-0003), will be presented. The meeting also includes routine items such as introductions, declarations of interest, and a closed session.

• Adoption of Feb. 10, 2025 minutes
• Adoption of Mar. 18, 2025 minutes
• Economic Development Updates presentation
• Verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce
• Tariffs Update – Response to U.S. Tariffs (Report LS-2025-0003)

The Economic Development Advisory Committee approved the April 7 agenda and adopted the February and March minutes. It received a speaker presentation, three reports, and a general information item on the 2024 employment survey. The committee also received updates on U.S. tariffs and other business, then adjourned at 8:14 pm.

• Agenda approved as presented (Carried)
• February 10 and March 18 minutes approved as presented (Carried)
• Speaker (ventureLAB guests) received (Carried)
• Three reports received as presented (Carried)
• 2024 York Region Employment Survey summary received (Carried)
• Other business (tariff updates) received (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:14 pm (Carried)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) will consider two appeals of property standards orders: one for 546 Lake Drive South and another for 23406 Kennedy Road, both in Keswick. The committee will also approve the agenda, adopt the March 24, 2025 minutes, and set the next meeting for April 23, 2025.

• Property Standards Appeal 24-2157 – 546 Lake Drive South, Keswick
• Property Standards Appeal 24-2364 – 23406 Kennedy Road, Keswick
• Approval of agenda
• Adoption of March 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for April 23, 2025

The committee appointed Dave Neeson as chair. Appeal 24‑2157 for 546 Lake Drive South was deferred due to a language barrier. Appeal 24‑2364 for 23406 Kennedy Road was granted an extension to Jan 1 2026, with a requirement to meet the investigating officer within 30 days and provide a cleanup plan. The March 24, 2025 minutes were adopted and the meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m.

• Dave Neeson appointed as chair (carried)
• Appeal 24‑2157 (546 Lake Drive South) deferred (carried)
• Appeal 24‑2364 (23406 Kennedy Road) order extended to Jan 1 2026 with conditions (carried)
• Agenda approved (carried)
• March 24, 2025 minutes adopted (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will consider Report No. SI‑2025‑0002 to adopt proposed modifications to the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Grant Programs, including increasing the maximum grant from $5,000 to $7,500 and expanding the Accessibility Grant for interior renovations. A motion by Councillor Neeson on road‑salt reduction will also be debated. The meeting includes a bylaw (2025‑0023 PL‑1) to deem certain registered Plans of Subdivision at 567 Duclos Point Road not to be registered plans. Additional items include a presentation on freshwater salt pollution and several municipal dispositions.

• Adopt modifications to the CIP Grant Programs – raise max grant to $7,500 and enhance the Accessibility Grant for interior renovations.
• Motion by Councillor Neeson regarding road‑salt reduction (salt management).
• Bylaw 2025‑0023 (PL‑1) to deem certain registered Plans of Subdivision (Lot 113, Part of Lot 112, Plan 351, 567 Duclos Point Road) not to be registered plans.
• Presentation by Claire Malcolmson on freshwater salt pollution and the need for salt management.
• Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee request for Grain Bin Safety Training for the Fire Department.

The council adopted Resolution C‑2025‑0077 unanimously, urging the province to develop limited‑liability legislation, create an expert advisory committee, and continue reducing road‑salt use. It also approved modifications to the Community Improvement Plan grant program, raising the maximum grant to $7,500 and expanding the Accessibility Grant. Additionally, the council adopted adjustments to procurement practices in response to U.S. tariffs, directing preference for Canadian vendors where feasible.

• Resolution C‑2025‑0077 urging Ontario to develop limited‑liability salt legislation – Carried unanimously (7 yea, 0 nay)
• Resolution C‑2025‑0078 to receive Claire Malcolmson’s salt‑management presentation – Carried
• Resolution C‑2025‑0079 adopting CIP grant modifications, increasing max grant to $7,500 – Carried
• Resolution C‑2025‑0080 adopting procurement adjustments responding to U.S. tariffs – Carried
• Resolution C‑2025‑0076 approving agenda addendum items – Carried
• Recess motion at 10:20 am – Carried
• Re‑convene motion at 10:35 am – Carried

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from February 2025 and hear a presentation on the ecological health of Lake Simcoe from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. The committee will also receive information regarding the Willow Beach Design Concept.

• Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Lake Simcoe ecological health
• Information on Willow Beach Design Concept

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 25 meeting. It deferred the Lake Simcoe ecological health presentation and the Willow Beach design concept to the next meeting. The committee received a Salt Management presentation for information and formally endorsed the council's Notice of Motion on Salt Management, urging provincial legislation and a stakeholder advisory committee. The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.

• Approved agenda with addendum items (Resolution GEAC-2025-0005) – carried
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 meeting (Resolution GEAC-2025-0006) – carried
• Deferred LSRCA presentation on Lake Simcoe ecological health to next meeting (Resolution GEAC-2025-0009) – carried
• Received Salt Management presentation for information (Resolution GEAC-2025-0007) – carried
• Deferred Willow Beach Design Concept to next meeting – carried
• Endorsed Council's Notice of Motion on Salt Management (Resolution GEAC-2025-0008) – carried
• Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (Resolution GEAC-2025-0011) – carried

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider three consent applications (CON-2025-0002, CON-2025-0003, CON-2025-0004) for the property at 252 Pefferlaw Road, proposing to sever and convey land and grant reciprocal access easements. It will also review two minor variance applications: MV-2025-0004 for 97 North Street and MV-2025-0002 for 305 Lake Drive North, each seeking increased building heights, lot coverage, and setback allowances. All items are presented with staff recommendations and conditions that must be satisfied within two years.

• Consent applications CON-2025-0002‑0004 for 252 Pefferlaw Road – land severance and easements
• Minor variance MV-2025-0004 for 97 North Street – increased accessory‑building height and lot coverage
• Minor variance MV-2025-0002 for 305 Lake Drive North – increased accessory‑building height, reduced setbacks

The Committee of Adjustment approved the three consent applications (CON-2025-0002, CON-2025-0003, CON-2025-0004) for the property at 252 Pefferlaw Road, subject to a 20‑day appeal period and two‑year condition compliance. It also approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0004 for 97 North Street, allowing increased accessory‑building height and lot‑coverage, with required grading and drainage plans before a building permit. Both decisions were carried unanimously. A separate minor‑variance application (MV-2025-0002) was discussed, but the minutes do not record a final decision.

• Approved Consent Applications CON-2025-0002, CON-2025-0003, CON-2025-0004 for 252 Pefferlaw Road (unanimous, subject to 20‑day appeal period and two‑year conditions)
• Approved Minor Variance MV-2025-0004 for 97 North Street (unanimous, subject to grading and drainage plan before building permit)

Georgina Appeals Committee - Aggressive Dangerous Dogs

The Georgina Appeals Committee will consider Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-4320, submitted by owner Nathan Combaluzier of 904 Lake Drive East, Jackson's Point, seeking to overturn a Dangerous Dog Order for a dog named Hank. The committee will review the attached statements, medical documents, photos of injury, and character references. It will also adopt minutes from meetings held on October 24, October 28, and November 28, 2024. The next meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2025.

• Aggressive/Dangerous Dog Appeal 24-4320 for dog "Hank" at 904 Lake Drive East
• Review of statements, medical documents, photos, and character references
• Adoption of minutes from Oct 24, Oct 28, and Nov 28, 2024 meetings
• Appointment of chair and declaration of pecuniary interest
• Next meeting set for April 10, 2025 at 7:00 pm

The Appeals Committee appointed Councillor Dale as chair, approved its agenda, and passed motions to allow joint questioning and a brief recess. The key decision was to rescind the aggressive/dangerous dog order for Hank. The minutes from previous meetings were adopted, the next meeting date was set, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Councillor Dale appointed Chair (Carried)
• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Motion to allow joint Q&A for Combaluzier and Vujovic passed (Carried)
• Five‑minute recess motion approved (Carried)
• Order for aggressive/dangerous dog Hank #24-4320 rescinded (Carried)
• Minutes of Oct 24, Oct 28, Nov 28 2024 adopted (Carried)
• Next meeting scheduled for April 10, 2024 at 7:00 pm (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:21 pm (Carried)

Council Meeting

The council will receive reports authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute a subdivision agreement for the Ballymore (Queensway North) development and related easements, land transfers, and road dedication. Staff also recommend a temporary full road closure on The Queensway North between Old Homestead Road and Church Street for utility improvements, with a traffic‑bylaw amendment to follow. A separate public meeting will consider an amendment to Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 591 The Queensway South to allow temporary school‑bus storage for up to three years.

• Application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 591 The Queensway South – temporary school‑bus storage use (up to 3 years)
• Subdivision Agreement for Ballymore (Queensway North) – authorize execution, easements, and road dedication
• Temporary full road closure of The Queensway North from Old Homestead Road to Church Street for utility works
• Proposed amendment to Traffic Bylaw 2023‑0087 (TR‑1) for the Ballymore subdivision (future council)
• Pre‑servicing agreements for Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision – authorize execution and finalization

The Town of Georgina adopted a zoning bylaw amendment and temporary‑use bylaw to allow school‑bus storage and parking on the property at 591 The Queensway South for up to three years. The council also approved subdivision and pre‑servicing agreements for the Ballymore (Queensway North) and Greystone/Middleburg developments, and expressed support for the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation’s land‑reserve application. Additional items included adopting the agenda, minutes, and receiving a correspondence from the City of Toronto.

• Approved zoning bylaw amendment and temporary‑use bylaw for 591 The Queensway South (Carried)
• Authorized execution of the Ballymore (Queensway North) Subdivision Agreement (Carried)
• Authorized execution of Pre‑Servicing Agreements for Greystone/Middleburg Subdivision (Carried)
• Supported Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation land‑reserve application for 26319 Kennedy Road (Carried)
• Received and recorded correspondence from the City of Toronto on its ‘Buy Local, Buy Canadian’ campaign (Carried)
• Adopted the March 26, 2025 council agenda as presented (Carried)
• Adopted the previous council minutes as presented (Carried)
• Adopted reports not requiring separate discussion for subdivision and pre‑servicing agreements (Carried)

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will meet virtually to conduct regular business. The meeting includes an update from the Manager of Parks Development and Operations regarding a land use request from a Snowmobile Club.

• Update on Snowmobile Club’s Request for Land Use by Bob Ferguson, Manager of Parks Development and Operations

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee approved its agenda and adopted the February 18 minutes. It formally received an update on the Snowmobile Club’s land‑use request for information. The Committee was informed that ASE cameras will be operational starting April 10, 2025, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0010) – Carried
• Adopted February 18, 2025 minutes (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0011) – Carried
• Received update on Snowmobile Club land‑use request (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0012) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 p.m. (Resolution GSATAC-2025-0013) – Carried

Georgina Appeals Committee - Property Standards

The Georgina Appeals Committee (Property Standards) will meet on March 24, 2025 to consider Appeal 24-1634 submitted by Troy Buchanan for 48 Mill Pond Lane. The agenda includes reviewing the original Property Standards Order, related officer photos, and a request for an extension. The committee will also approve the agenda, adopt minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting, and address any other business.

• Property Standards Appeal 24-1634 (48 Mill Pond Lane)
• 48 Mill Pond Lane Order
• 48 Mill Pond Lane Appeal documentation
• Officer photos related to the appeal
• Request for extension of the order

The Appeals Committee granted extensions for the Property Standards Order #24-1634 at 48 Mill Pond Lane. Items 1, 2, and 5 must be fixed by May 7 2025, and items 3, 4, 6, and 7 by January 1 2026, provided the owner keeps the officer updated. The committee also appointed Councillor Neeson as chair, approved the agenda, adopted prior minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Councillor Neeson appointed as Chair (Carried)
• Agenda approved (Carried)
• Granted compliance extensions for Property Standards Order #24-1634 (Carried)
• Minutes of July 25 2024 meeting adopted (Carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. (Carried)

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will hold a virtual meeting on March 20, 2025 to adopt minutes, receive updates on the maker space, financial statement and media scan, and discuss new business. New business includes a review of the Materials Selection Policy and the Bulletin Boards and Displays Policy, and the selection of a working group for the CEO performance review. The meeting will also include a closed session and set the next meeting date for April 17, 2025.

• Maker Space Update (A. Butcher)
• Financial Statement (December 2024 updated, February 2025)
• Policy Review: Materials Selection Policy
• Policy Review: Bulletin Boards and Displays Policy
• CEO Performance Review Working Group selection

The board approved the Bulletin Boards and Displays policy, renamed Community Information Displays, as presented. It deferred the Materials Selection Policy to the April meeting and appointed a CEO Performance Review Working Group. The 2024 Year in Review document was accepted as amended.

• Adopted Bulletin Boards and Displays policy (now Community Information Displays) – Carried
• Deferred Materials Selection Policy adoption to April meeting – Carried
• Formed CEO Performance Review Working Group (Bobbi Sabatini, Nancy Rodrigues, Naomi Davison, Rita Beechey) – Carried
• Accepted 2024 Year in Review document as amended – Carried
• Approved agenda amendment – Carried
• Adopted February 20, 2025 minutes as amended – Carried
• Received Maker Space presentation – Carried
• Accepted consent agenda items (Branch Report, GPL Goals, Financial Statement, Media Scan) – Carried

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on economic development and tariffs. The session includes a presentation on tourism sector opportunities and a notice regarding water infrastructure studies.

• Presentation on 2025 Tourism Sector Opportunities by Chuck Thibeault of Central Counties Tourism
• Notice of Study Commencement for High Street and Woodriver Bend Pumping Stations and Water Resource Recovery Facility
• Verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures
• Tariffs update

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a consent application to sever and convey land at 371 Lake Drive North, Keswick, and a minor variance application for a property at 5661 Latimer Road.

• Consent Application CON-2025-0001 at 371 Lake Drive North
• Minor Variance Application MV-2025-0003 at 5661 Latimer Road
• Approval subject to conditions regarding sewer/water allocation
• Approval subject to conditions regarding construction conformity
• Review of March 3, 2025 meeting minutes

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will consider two items forwarded by Council: correspondence from the Township of Oro‑Medonte proposing an increase to the maximum annual Tile Drain Loan Limit, and the York Region Food Council's Food Charter. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and reports.

• Review of Oro‑Medonte correspondence to increase the maximum annual Tile Drain Loan Limit
• Discussion of the York Region Food Council's Food Charter
• Adoption of minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting
• General information items and reports

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will review Report No. CSD-2025-0005 concerning replacement seating and new railings for the Georgina Ice Palace, as referenced in Resolution No. C-2025-0042. The committee will also receive a verbal update on the town's Multi-Year Accessibility Plan from the Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Report No. CSD-2025-0005 – Replacement seating and new railings for Georgina Ice Palace (linked to Resolution No. C-2025-0042)
• Verbal update on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan by Tim Higgins, Accessibility/AODA Compliance Advisor

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will review a proposal for a Rogers Communications tower and updates to the Lake Drive Improvements project. The meeting includes the adoption of the 2024 fiscal year audit plan and the 2024 annual drinking water summary report.

• Proposed telecommunication tower for Rogers Communications Inc. at 264 Pefferlaw Road
• Lake Drive Improvements Phase 1 implementation and Traffic Bylaw 2023-0087 amendments
• Approval of the 2024 Fiscal Year Audit Plan prepared by KPMG LLP
• Review of the 2024 Annual Drinking Water Summary Report
• Delegation request from Jenna Potash and Philip Strunc regarding water bill reduction or forgiveness

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will provide updates on recent cultural events, including a Ramadan event and a Chinese tea culture workshop. Members will discuss plans to engage youth through art to promote multiculturalism and present information on the “Hate Has No Place Here” campaign. The meeting also includes community announcements for World Down Syndrome Awareness Day on March 21, 2025 and International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025. No motions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Ramadan Event Update
• Chinese Tea Culture Workshop Information
• Youth Engagement to Promote Multiculturalism Through Art
• "Hate Has No Place Here" Campaign Information
• World Down Syndrome Awareness Day announcement (March 21, 2025)

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to consider three minor variance applications regarding property setbacks, parking, and building heights. Staff have provided recommendations for approval for each application pending any public or committee concerns.

• A21-24: Request for multiple variances at 5 Birch Road, including a 2,500 square metre lot area (8,000 required) and setbacks for a Summer Pavilion, Chapel, and Shed.
• A32-24: Request for parking variances at 15 Newlands Avenue, including a reduction to 2 parking spaces (3 required).
• MV-2025-0001: Request to permit a detached accessory building height of 3.8 metres (3 metres maximum) at 7 Nasello Avenue.

Council Meeting

Council will receive reports and approve the design and $2,072,400 budget for Terry Fox Park, including $1,922,400 from development charges and $150,000 from Treasure Hill. The meeting also includes approval of additional funding for the Georgina Ice Palace seating ($340,000) and railings ($180,000). Other items are the approval of a Draft Plan of Condominium for 117 Spring Road, a zoning amendment for 772 The Queensway South, and appointments to two advisory committees.

• Approve Terry Fox Park design and $2,072,400 construction budget (funded by $1,922,400 development charges and $150,000 Treasure Hill contribution)
• Approve additional $155,000 for Ice Palace railings (total $180,000) and $115,000 for Ice Palace seating (total $340,000) from the Facility Repair and Replacement Reserve
• Approve Draft Plan of Condominium application for 117 Spring Road, Keswick (File #01.165)
• Approve zoning bylaw amendment to rezone 772 The Queensway South from C2 to R3‑78
• Appoint members to the Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee and Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee will consider a presentation on the 2024 Tree Planting Initiatives and adopt the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting. Standard agenda items such as call to order, roll call, community announcements, and declarations of interest will also be addressed. No specific motions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Presentation: Tree Planting Initiatives 2024
• Adoption of minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting
• Call to order with land acknowledgment
• Roll call and community announcements
• Declarations of pecuniary interest

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will consider several reports and policy reviews, including a financial statement for December 2024. It will receive the CEO 6‑month review report. The board will vote on a recommendation to open the Discovery Branch on Monday, March 10, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, to provide programs for residents during March break. Additional items include reviews of violence‑and‑harassment‑free workplace and health‑and‑safety policies.

• Policy Review – Violence and Harassment‑Free Workplace
• Policy Review – Health and Safety
• Opening Discovery Branch on Monday, March 10, 10:00 am‑6:00 pm
• CEO 6‑Month Review Report receipt
• Financial Statement – December 2024 update

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Georgina Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. One proposes increasing the roof height to 7.15 m and eave height to 5.35 m for an accessory building at 909 Lake Drive North. The other seeks approval to expand and replace a single‑detached dwelling at 2353 Baseline Road, along with other standard agenda items.

• Minor variance A31-24: permit accessory building at 909 Lake Drive North up to 7.15 m roof height and 5.35 m eave height
• Minor variance A34-24: permit expansion and replacement of a single‑detached dwelling at 2353 Baseline Road
• Power of Sale/Foreclosure/Validation of Title applications
• Communications
• Other Business

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

This meeting is primarily procedural. The committee is scheduled to adopt the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting.

• Adoption of minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting

Georgina Economic Development Advisory Committee

The committee will review the results of a pre‑meeting survey and discuss hosting the Economic Development Council of Ontario (EDCO) event on May 29. It will receive verbal updates from the Chamber of Commerce and South Lake Community Futures, and adopt the November 12, 2024 minutes. No formal motions or approvals are listed beyond routine items.

• Discussion of pre‑meeting survey results
• Hosting of Economic Development Council of Ontario (EDCO) event on May 29
• Verbal update from the Chamber of Commerce
• Verbal update from South Lake Community Futures
• Adoption of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will discuss a subdivision agreement for Orchidtrail Phase 1 and the extension of a beach vendor pilot program. The body is also considering a new fitness centre partnership program for Rec Pass members.

• Subdivision Agreement for Orchidtrail Phase 1 (Draft Plan 19T-20G01)
• Extension of Beach Vendor Pilot Program for 2025 at De La Salle Park and Willow Beach Park
• Establishment of a fitness centre partnership program for resistance, strength, and cardio training
• Bylaw 2025-0009 to remove lands from part lot control for Lot 5, Plan 65M-4811
• Proclamation request for March as Epilepsy Awareness Month

Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee

The Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting to adopt the November 5, 2024 minutes and hear a presentation on upcoming Ontario Building Code changes that may affect agricultural structures. Members will also discuss grain bin safety, receive a report that no livestock kills have been recorded in 2025, and get information on the livestock pound keeper.

• Presentation on Ontario Building Code Changes affecting agricultural structures
• Discussion of Grain Bin Safety and expectations for future sessions
• 2025 Livestock Kill Report – no kills reported to date
• Discussion of Livestock Pound Keeper information
• Adoption of minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting

Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Georgina Accessibility Advisory Committee will receive a verbal update on the town’s Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan. Committee members will also discuss the Standard Operating Procedure for the lift device (elevator) at the Georgina Ice Palace and answer related questions. No other decisions or motions are listed on the agenda.

• Verbal update on the Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan
• Discussion of Standard Operating Procedure for lift device (elevator) at Georgina Ice Palace
• Adoption of minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

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

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will hold a statutory meeting under the Planning Act to consider an application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for the Kindera Living (Keswick) Facility Inc. site at 48 Glenwoods Avenue, Keswick. Staff report DS-2025-0007 will be presented and public comments may be received. The council will also adopt Bylaw 2025-0008 (COU-2) confirming the proceedings of this meeting.

• Application to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 500 for 48 Glenwoods Avenue (Kindera Living, Keswick)
• Adoption of Bylaw 2025-0008 (COU-2) confirming council proceedings
• Motion to move into Closed Session of Council
• Motion to reconvene into Open Session of Council and report on Closed Session matters

Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

The Georgina Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its October 29, 2024 meeting and hear a presentation on the 2025 Economic, Culture, and Community Betterment Grant Program. It will receive an update on the 2025 GEDAC budget and review a briefing note on ideas for committee initiatives and a schedule amendment for 2025 meetings. Additional items include a Black History Month speaker and updates on Ramadan, Canada Day, and cultural festival events.

• Presentation on the 2025 Economic, Culture, and Community Betterment Grant Program
• Update on the 2025 GEDAC budget
• Briefing note summarizing ideas for 2025 committee initiatives
• Amendment to the 2025 GEDAC meeting schedule
• Speaker presentation on Black History Month

Council Meeting

The council will consider a single‑source award of a $210,000 contract to Actemium Summa Engineering for a water and wastewater SCADA system upgrade. It will also adopt a recommendation to stop curbside recycling collection for non‑eligible sources beginning Jan 1 2026. Additional items include a grain‑bin safety information session request, a proclamation of June as Seniors Month, and a briefing on additional residential units.

• Approve $210,000 single‑source contract to Actemium Summa Engineering for Water/Wastewater SCADA upgrade (Report No. OID-2025-0003)
• Adopt Blue Box Transition Update #2: discontinue curbside recycling for non‑eligible sources Jan 1 2026
• Disposition: Grain Bin Safety Information Session request from Georgina Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Disposition: CHATS request to proclaim June as Seniors Month and raise the flag
• Briefing note on Additional Residential Units

Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee

The Georgina Environmental Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes and review information regarding 2024 tree planting initiatives. The meeting includes a report on a presentation delivered to Council on January 15, 2025.

• Review of Tree Planting Initiatives 2024
• Adoption of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Georgina Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to decide on one consent application for land severance and five minor variance applications. These requests involve adjustments to setbacks, building heights, and lot coverage for various residential properties.

• Consent Application B18-24: Severance of lands at 5 and 5A Evelyn Avenue
• Minor Variance A20-24: Front yard setback and handicap ramp at 32 Snooks Road
• Minor Variance A28-24: Rear yard setback, lot coverage, height, and driveway width at 837 Trivetts Lane
• Minor Variance A29-24: Front yard pergola, shed, and 2.4-metre fence at 43 The Queensway North
• Minor Variance A33-24: Detached accessory building height at 87 Sibbald Crescent

Georgina Public Library Board

The Georgina Public Library Board will meet virtually to discuss administrative updates and policy reviews. The agenda includes the introduction of a new manager and the review of board structure bylaws.

• Introduction of Nikolina Likarevic, Manager, Library Customer Experience
• Review of Board Structure Bylaws
• Adoption of GPL Goals Document
• Review of December 2024 Financial Statement
• Review of quarterly statistics and branch reports

Council Meeting

The Town of Georgina Council will vote on several by‑laws that set water, sewer and stormwater service rates for 2025. It will also approve a proposed Youth Gymnasium rental fee for 2024‑2027. A report recommends redirecting $42,000 of previously approved cemetery funds to purchase two new columbarium units at Keswick Cemetery. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes and budget‑related information.

• Redirect $42,000 of cemetery funds to purchase two new columbarium units at Keswick Cemetery
• Adopt Community Services – Fees & Charges 2024‑2027 Youth Gymnasium Rental Fee
• Bylaw 2025‑0001 establishing water service rate structure
• Bylaw 2025‑0002 establishing sewer service rate structure
• Bylaw 2025‑0004 setting stormwater utility rates for 2025

Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee

The Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Advisory Committee will answer questions on Council Report OI-2024-0014 regarding the introduction of a Safe Streets Monitoring Program that uses Automated Speed Enforcement cameras. The committee will also answer questions on Council Report OI-2024-0016 concerning an update to the Safe Streets Policy. Additional items include the 2025 committee meeting schedule and adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting.

• Review of Council Report OI-2024-0014 – Safe Streets Monitoring Program with Automated Speed Enforcement cameras
• Review of Council Report OI-2024-0016 – Update to the Safe Streets Policy
• Presentation of the 2025 Georgina Safe and Active Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Adoption of minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of reports on community safety zones and the Safe Streets Monitoring Program