Goderich public meetings in 2025
86 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee
The Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee will receive staff reports and decide on Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-016 for an LED sign at 56 Kingston Street. It will also consider the review of heritage grant programs and receive the financial reports, including a Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $63,030.63. Unfinished business includes pending heritage applications for 42 West Street and Mineral Springs.
- Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-016 – LED sign at 56 Kingston Street (direction required)
- Review of Heritage Grant Programs (staff recommendation to concur and refer)
- Financial reports – Heritage Reserve Fund balance $63,030.63
- Unfinished business: pending heritage applications for 42 West Street and Mineral Springs
- Correspondence from Ontario Heritage Trust – October and Giving Tuesday newsletters
The Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee approved its agenda and adopted the November 3, 2025 minutes with a minor amendment. It denied Heritage Application No. 2025-017 for 42 West Street and asked the applicant to attend a future meeting to discuss façade changes. The committee also approved the financial reports for the period ending November 30, 2025 and rescinded a previous motion adding the Pollinator Friendly Garden to the work plan, appointing two members to the project group.
- Approved agenda (motion by Gregg, seconded by Page) – carried
- Adopted November 3, 2025 minutes with amendment – carried
- Received staff reports for information – carried
- Invited Legion representative to discuss signage at 56 Kingston Street – carried
- Rescinded prior motion on Pollinator Friendly Garden and appointed Hughes and Culbert to project – carried
- Denied Heritage Application No. 2025-017 for 42 West Street; applicant to attend future meeting – carried
- Approved financial reports for period ending Nov 30, 2025 – carried
- Adjourned meeting at 11:45 AM – carried
Environment Committee
The Environment Committee will consider correspondence about the Province’s proposed consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities, including a package and a letter to the Minister. It will also receive citizen comments on updating biodiversity by‑laws, a presentation on One Health for Healthy Lake Huron, and waste‑collection data up to October 2025. The committee will approve the 2026 meeting dates and adopt its work plan.
- Review of Province's Proposed Conservation Authority Consolidation (GoderichMVCAPkg.pdf, letter to Minister Todd McCarthy)
- Consideration of citizen comments on updating biodiversity by‑laws (email from Leah Noel)
- Presentation on One Health for Healthy Lake Huron (slide deck)
- Review of curbside collection waste data to October 2025 (report by Jessica Clapp)
- Approval of 2026 Environment Committee meeting dates
The Environment Committee approved three actions to engage with the province’s proposed consolidation of conservation authority boundaries: submitting a comment letter, filing a Notice of Motion to Council, and posting a public‑comment link on Facebook. It also approved adding a biodiversity by‑law update to the next Council agenda and set the 2026 committee meeting dates.
- Authorized staff to submit a comment letter on the proposed conservation authority boundaries (CARRIED)
- Authorized staff to submit a Notice of Motion to Council to consider endorsing a resolution on the proposed boundaries (CARRIED)
- Authorized staff to post a Facebook link encouraging public comments on the proposed consolidation (CARRIED)
- Authorized inclusion of the "Updating By-Laws for Biodiversity" correspondence on the next Council agenda (CARRIED)
- Approved the 2026 Environment Committee meeting dates (CARRIED)
Special Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council will consider By-Law 167 of 2025 to set fees for 2026, review the Salt and Harvest Festival report, and approve a heritage grant for 90 St Patrick Street.
- By-Law 167 of 2025 to set 2026 fees
- 2026 Draft Fee By-Law public meeting
- Goderich Heritage Enhancement Fund grant for 90 St Patrick St
- 2025 Salt and Harvest Festival final report
- Cycling Without Age Program review
The council approved By‑Law 167 of 2025, establishing 2026 fee schedules and repealing By‑Law 107 of 2025. It also amended the bingo licence fee to 1.5% and raised the non‑resident seasonal parking fee to $70. Additional actions included approving $148,000 for HVAC and plumbing repairs, $25,000 for the 2026 Salt and Harvest Festival, and a heritage grant for 90 St. Patrick Street.
- Approved HVAC unit replacement and plumbing repairs up to $148,000 – Carried
- Approved $25,000 pre‑budget for 2026 Salt and Harvest Festival items – Carried
- Motion for $40,000 festival expenditure failed (no seconder) – Died
- Amended Schedule K bingo licence fee to 1.5% of prizes – Carried
- Amended Schedule N non‑resident seasonal parking fee to $70 – Carried
- Passed By‑Law 167 of 2025 to set 2026 fees and repeal By‑Law 107 of 2025 – Carried
- Approved grant for 90 St. Patrick Street under Heritage Enhancement Fund – Carried
- Passed By‑Law 172 of 2025 to confirm meeting proceedings – Carried
Goderich Fire Committee
The Goderich Fire Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2026 proposed budget. The meeting also includes the adoption of minutes from August 25, 2025.
- Approval of the 2026 Fire Committee budget
BIA Board of Management
The agenda contains no listed items; it appears to be a placeholder with no decisions or discussions scheduled.
Committee of Adjustment
The Goderich Committee of Adjustment will approve two consent applications for lot additions: one at 175 Suncoast Drive East and another at 211 Britannia Road East. Both approvals are subject to a series of municipal conditions, including surveys, title consolidation, and compliance with zoning and drainage regulations. The meeting also includes routine items such as confirming the agenda, adopting the October 6, 2025 minutes, and a public forum.
- Approval of Consent Application GOD C01-2025 – lot addition at 175 Suncoast Drive East, severing part of a commercial parcel to join with 166 Bennett Street East
- Approval of Consent Application GOD C02-2025 – lot addition at 211 Britannia Road East, severing a utility parcel to join with 206 Picton Street East
- Adoption of the October 6, 2025 Committee of Adjustment minutes
- Confirmation and adoption of the December 9, 2025 agenda
- Public forum for community input
The Committee of Adjustment accepted the agenda and adopted the October 6, 2025 minutes. It approved Consent Application GOD C01-2025 for 175 Suncoast Drive East and Consent Application GOD C02-2025 for 211 Britannia Road East, each subject to detailed conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 AM.
- Agenda approved (motion carried)
- October 6, 2025 minutes adopted (motion carried)
- Consent Application GOD C01-2025 for 175 Suncoast Drive East approved with conditions (motion carried)
- Consent Application GOD C02-2025 for 211 Britannia Road East approved with conditions (motion carried)
- Meeting adjourned at 11:10 AM (motion carried)
Council Meeting
The meeting includes a public meeting to consider By‑Law 167 of 2025, which would set a range of fees for the Town of Goderich. Staff reports will be received on the 2026 proposed fee by‑law, the Downtown Infrastructure rebuild, the 110 Picton Street development, and updates to the Emergency Response Plan and Domestic Violence Policy. Delegations will present the 2026 Goderich Port Management Corporation budget and a summary of the 2025 construction season for the downtown rebuild. Several correspondences on zoning, crosswalk safety, and waste‑collection funding applications will be noted for information.
- Public Meeting to consider By‑Law 167 (2025) – fee setting by‑law
- Staff report 6.6 – 2026 Proposed Fees (refer to By‑Law 167)
- Staff report 6.7 – 110 Picton Street Development update
- Staff report 6.13 – 2025 Emergency Response Plan (refer to By‑Law 168)
- Staff report 6.14 – Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence Policy (refer to By‑Law 169)
Council approved the Goderich Port Management Corporation’s 2026 major maintenance and operating budget and endorsed the proposed Agri‑Dome project. The council also approved letters of support for the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund and the National Trade Corridor Diversification Fund, adopted the Economic Development Committee Terms of Reference, and authorized a review of all town‑owned public washrooms while closing the Kinston Street washrooms. By‑Law 170 of 2025, creating a Memorandum of Understanding with the Goderich Memorial Community Centre Committee, was also approved.
- Approved GPMC 2026 Major Maintenance and Operating Budget (CARRIED)
- Approved the proposed Agri‑Dome project (CARRIED)
- Approved letters of support for the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund and National Trade Corridor Diversification Fund (CARRIED)
- Approved Economic Development Committee Terms of Reference, as amended (CARRIED)
- Authorized staff review of all town‑owned public washrooms and closure of Kinston Street washrooms (CARRIED)
- Approved By‑Law 170 of 2025 authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Goderich Memorial Community Centre Committee (CARRIED)
- Deferred agenda item 6.20 (2025 Goderich Salt and Harvest Festival Final Report) to Dec 15, 2025 (CARRIED)
- Deferred six agenda items to a special council meeting on Dec 15, 2025 (CARRIED)
Town of Goderich 2027 Bicentennial Committee
The 2027 Bi-Centennial Committee is discussing the planning and branding for the town's 200th anniversary. The body is reviewing a proposed business plan, a workplan, and a series of motions to establish event goals and physical legacy projects.
- Proposed 2027 calendar featuring a Sunset Music Festival at Goderich Airport and a Mega Parade on July 1
- Motion to adopt 'Goderich200' as a marketing brand identifier
- Proposal to commit to physical Bicentennial Legacy Projects
- Objective to coordinate 200 total Bicentennial events by various groups and the committee
- Review of the Proposed Business Plan for Goderich Homecoming 2027
The Goderich 2027 Bicentennial Committee approved the event period of June 24 to July 27, 2027. It appointed coordinators for event planning, marketing, history, sponsorship and fundraising, and adopted the brand name “Goderich200”. The committee also committed to legacy projects, a target of 200 events, and a detailed calendar of events for the celebration year.
- Approved event dates June 24‑July 27, 2027 (Carried)
- Adopted brand name “Goderich200” for internal use (Carried)
- Appointed event planning, marketing, history, and sponsorship coordinators (Carried)
- Committed to bicentennial legacy projects and to present proposals in January (Carried)
- Set goal of 200 bicentennial events for 2027 (Carried)
- Adopted detailed calendar of bicentennial events for 2027 (Carried)
- Invited Goderich Service Clubs to January meeting to discuss involvement (Carried)
- Adjourned meeting to reconvene January 7, 2026 (Carried)
Town Hall Information Session
The Goderich Town Hall scheduled an information session for November 20, 2025. The agenda contains no specific items, resolutions, or discussions. It appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda content.
BIA Board of Management
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed for this meeting.
Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive staff reports, and consider a possible amendment to the operating agreement that requires direction. Financial statements and tipping‑fee summaries for 2025 will be received for information. The board will decide on a request from Merner Contracting Ltd, which is recommended to be denied. Finally, the board will approve the 2026 draft budget and set the 2026 meeting dates.
- Approval of the 2026 Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Draft Budget
- Direction required on a possible amendment to the Operating Agreement (item 6.2)
- Receipt of 2025 financial statements and tipping‑fee summary for information
- Denial of request from Merner Contracting Ltd (item 10.1)
- Approval of 2026 meeting dates: Feb 10, Apr 14, Aug 11, Nov 17
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board approved its agenda and adopted the August 12, 2025 minutes. It directed the Treasurer to add specific wording to paragraph 15 of the Operating Agreement and approved a cost‑sharing amendment for operating and capital costs. The board also approved the 2026 draft budget, set the 2026 meeting dates, and ordered a one‑time refund to Merner Contracting Ltd for late charges.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted August 12, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Directed addition of "strive to be calculated" wording to paragraph 15 of Operating Agreement (carried)
- Approved cost‑sharing amendment for operating and capital costs (carried)
- Directed staff to issue one‑time refund to Merner Contracting Ltd for late charges (carried)
- Approved 2026 draft budget as presented (carried)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:03 PM (carried)
Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
The Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board will meet to review financial reports and approve the 2026 draft budget. The board will also discuss leachate management and groundwater flow analysis.
- Approval of the 2026 Draft Budget
- Groundwater Flow Analysis and Testing of RDA Cap/Berm/Liner Material by B. M. Ross and Associates Limited
- Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks pre-consultation on leachate management
- Review of revenue, expenditures, and ONE Investment reports through October 2025
- Approval of 2026 meeting dates
The board accepted the agenda and adopted the August 12, 2025 minutes. Staff reports and a one‑year guaranteed investment certificate were received and approved. The board directed a methane emissions report and authorized additional test wells with up to $25,000 funding. The 2026 draft budget and meeting dates were approved.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted August 12, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Received staff reports for information (carried)
- Authorized investment into a one‑year GIC account (carried)
- Directed staff to draft a methane gas emissions report (carried)
- Directed drilling of additional test wells and authorized up to $25,000 expenditure (carried)
- Approved 2026 draft budget (carried)
- Approved 2026 meeting dates (carried)
Citizen of the Year Recognition Event
Goderich Town Council is meeting to recognize citizens who have made significant contributions to the community. The session includes presenting awards and announcing citizen appointments to various town committees and task forces.
- Citizen Recognition Award recipients: Colleen Maguire and Vlorat Vitija
- Appointments to Environment Committee
- Appointments to Municipal & Marine Heritage Committee
- Appointments to Memorial Arena Task Force
- Appointments to Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Task Force
Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a variety of staff reports, including a proposal for tiny homes and a new land lease agreement with Da-Lee Services Inc. The body is also reviewing updates to the Property Standards By-Law and a health and safety program for employees.
- Physician Recruitment Loan Agreement with Dr. Matthew Stephen Gray (By-Law 153)
- Proposed amended Property Standards By-Law (By-Law 156)
- Land Lease Agreement between the Town of Goderich and Da-Lee Services Inc. (By-Law 154)
- Tiny Homes Proposal presentation by Kendra Menchenton
- Reciprocal Recreation Memorandum of Understanding with YMCA and Avon Maitland District School Board (By-Law 139)
The council adopted the amended agenda and the October 20, 2025 minutes. It referred the Cycling Without Age program to staff and directed a letter opposing the proposed Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency. Staff recommendations for the communications plan were approved, including a $4,500‑$6,000 contract with Redbrick Communications. Six by‑laws (153‑158) covering a physician recruitment loan, a land lease, health‑safety policy, airport data services and water‑wastewater operations were approved.
- Adopted agenda (amended) – CARRIED
- Adopted October 20, 2025 minutes – CARRIED
- Referred Cycling Without Age program to staff – CARRIED
- Directed staff to send letter opposing Conservation Authorities Act amendment – CARRIED
- Approved communications plan amendments and Redbrick contract $4,500‑$6,000 – CARRIED
- Approved staff recommendation to review corporate social media policy – CARRIED
- Approved six by‑laws (153‑158) on physician loan, lease, health & safety, airport data, water services – CARRIED
- Deferred Property Standards By‑Law (Item 6.7) – CARRIED
Town of Goderich 2027 Bicentennial Committee
The committee is organizing the 2027 Bi-Centennial celebrations, including establishing sub-committees and brainstorming event ideas. The body is considering a motion to apply for a federal grant through the Community Anniversaries - Building Communities through Arts and Heritage Fund.
- Proposed application for the Community Anniversaries - Building Communities through Arts and Heritage Fund grant
- Review of suggested sub-committees for sponsorships, marketing, entertainment, and other event roles
- Discussion of a Bi-Centennial commemorative coin and slogan competition
- Approval of the 2026 committee meeting calendar
- Review of the committee orientation package including social media and conduct policies
The Bi‑Centennial Committee adopted its agenda and previous minutes, appointed a member to research a commemorative coin, requested Council to authorize a logo contest and a social‑media page, deferred setting a date, approved an application for a Community Anniversaries grant to be sent to Council, and set the 2026 meeting schedule.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted September 3, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Appointed Steve Buchanan to research commemorative coin (carried)
- Requested Council authorize Bi‑Centennial logo contest (carried)
- Requested Council authorize Facebook/Instagram page (carried)
- Deferred confirming event date to next meeting (carried)
- Approved application to Community Anniversaries grant, to be forwarded to Council (carried)
- Approved 2026 Bi‑Centennial Committee meeting dates (carried)
Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee
The Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee adopted its agenda and the May 28 2025 minutes, received staff reports on three heritage applications, and approved the 2026 Heritage Committee Draft Budget. It also approved the 2026 committee meeting dates and agreed to conduct a comprehensive review of the Tax Refund for Designated Heritage Properties Program. Additional items included the designation of 90 St. Patrick Street and discussion of the Pollinator Friendly Garden at the Mineral Springs.
- Approval of the 2026 Heritage Committee Draft Budget
- Comprehensive review of the Tax Refund for Designated Heritage Properties Program
- Designation of 90 St. Patrick Street (heritage plaque and ceremony)
- Pollinator Friendly Garden proposal for the Mineral Springs
- Staff reports on heritage applications for 56 Kingston St (denial) and 42 West St (painting of front façade)
Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will consider and vote on a sub‑lease agreement for the Port Office Building, recommending GPMC enter into the lease with Trade Mark Industrial. The meeting also includes adoption of several by‑laws, including a Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy and the appointment of a municipal auditor. Staff reports on infrastructure projects such as hot‑box asphalt repairs and traffic‑control enhancements will be received for information. Public presentations on bridge repairs, beach water monitoring, and local art are also on the agenda.
- Sub‑lease of Port Office Building – staff recommendation to concur and refer to GPMC (Item 9.1)
- By‑Law 150 of 2025 – adoption of Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy (Item 11.5)
- By‑Law 148 of 2025 – appointment of Municipal Auditor (Item 11.3)
- Amendment to Parking and Traffic By‑Law 34 of 2025 (Item 6.7)
- LED sign installation at 411 Huron Road – staff recommendation to receive for information (Item 6.9)
The council approved an additional $45,000 for the Menesetung Bridge, raising its total contribution to $95,000. It directed the termination of the current parking‑and‑traffic‑enforcement software provider and instructed staff to issue an RFP for a new mobile‑enabled solution. Several by‑laws were read, one was deferred, and the council kept its regular meeting start time at 4 PM.
- Approved additional $45,000 for Menesetung Bridge (total $95,000) (carried)
- Directed termination of current parking‑enforcement software provider and to issue RFP for new mobile‑enabled solution (carried)
- Deferred Agenda Item 6.8 on staffing requirements report (carried)
- Approved staff report to keep Council meeting start time at 4 PM and set 2026 council dates (carried)
- Approved first, second and third reading of By‑Laws 146, 148, 149, 150 and 151 of 2025 (carried)
- Deferred By‑Law 147 of 2025 for more information (carried)
- Received Item 6.10 (Temporary Banner) for information (carried)
- Received Item 6.12 (October Department Update) for information (carried)
BIA Board of Management
The Goderich BIA Board of Management agenda for October 9, 2025 contains no listed items. No decisions, contracts, or hearings are detailed. The meeting may be for routine or administrative matters. No substantive agenda content is provided.
Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will adopt the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and approve the 2024 audited financial statements. Several staff reports will be received for information or concurrence, covering topics such as a replacement instrument washer for the Maitland Valley Medical Centre, the town's reserve fund policy, and an airport fuel point‑of‑sale request. Additional items include updates on Wolfe Street servicing, a right‑of‑way request at 211 Britannia Road East, and various community and safety correspondence.
- Approval of the 2024 Audited Financial Statements
- Adoption of the September 8, 2025 Council minutes
- Concurrence on replacement of the Maitland Valley Medical Centre instrument washer
- Concurrence on the Reserve and Reserve Fund Policy
- Concurrence on the Airport Fuel Point of Sale request
The council approved the 2024 audited financial statements. It deferred the 2026 council and committee dates to the October 20 meeting and postponed By‑Law 139 authorizing a memorandum of understanding. The council concurred with staff reports on the Maitland Valley Medical Centre instrument washer and the 2025 Building Condition Assessment Phase 1 RFP results, and it supported resolutions from Dryden and Woolwich on swim‑to‑survive training and Bill C‑61.
- Approved 2024 Audited Financial Statements (CARRIED)
- Deferred Item 6.1 (2026 Council and Committee Dates) to Oct 20 2025 (CARRIED)
- Concurred with staff report on Maitland Valley Medical Centre Instrument Washer (CARRIED)
- Concurred with staff report on 2025 Building Condition Assessment Phase 1 RFP Results (CARRIED)
- Deferred By‑Law 139 of 2025 (Memorandum of Understanding) (CARRIED)
- Read By‑Laws 140, 142, 143, and 144 of 2025 first, second, and third time (CARRIED)
- Supported City of Dryden resolution on Swim‑to‑Survive Training (CARRIED)
- Supported Township of Woolwich resolution on Bill C‑61 First Nations Clean Water Act (CARRIED)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will review a minor variance application for a property on Hincks Street. The applicant is seeking to reduce required side yard setbacks to allow for the construction of a two-unit residential building.
- Minor Variance Application GOD MV03-2025: Request to reduce interior side yard setbacks from 1.5 metres to 1.2 metres on Hincks Street
Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
The Mid‑Huron Landfill Site Board is holding a special meeting to consider leachate management at the landfill. The board will enter a closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act to hear a presentation from Sean Thomas, Director of Community Services, Infrastructure and Operations, on a Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks pre‑consultation regarding leachate management. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, correspondence reviews, a public forum, and adjournment.
- Unanimous motion to discuss leachate management
- Closed session pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act
- Presentation by Sean Thomas on Ministry pre‑consultation – leachate management
- Approval of agenda and review of correspondence
- Adjournment with next regular meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025
Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Task Force
The Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Task Force meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025, does not list any specific agenda items. No rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed in the provided agenda. The meeting appears to be a placeholder without disclosed discussion topics.
Environment Committee
The Goderich Environment Committee will adopt the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes and consider several pieces of correspondence, including a Plant Based Treaty email and updates on local environmental projects. It will discuss ongoing initiatives such as the Bike‑to‑School program, the Goderich Butterflyway Project, and environmental goat grazing in Huron County. The committee will then vote on the proposed 2026 Environment Committee work plan and budget.
- Adopt July 9, 2025 Environment Committee minutes
- Review Leah Noel email on the Plant Based Treaty
- Update on Bike To School Initiative (Con Melady)
- Goderich Butterflyway Project update (Michele Young)
- Approve proposed 2026 Environment Committee work plan and budget
The committee approved its agenda and adopted the July 9, 2025 special minutes. It voted not to recommend Council’s support for the Plant Based Treaty. The committee also approved the proposed 2026 Environment Committee budget and recorded several items for information only.
- Approved agenda (CARRIED)
- Adopted July 9, 2025 special minutes (CARRIED)
- Did not recommend Council support for the Plant Based Treaty (CARRIED)
- Received One Water Gathering invitation for information (CARRIED)
- Received general correspondence for information (CARRIED)
- Approved proposed 2026 Environment Committee budget (CARRIED)
- Adjourned meeting at 11:17 AM (CARRIED)
BIA Board of Management
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on 2025-09-11 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are recorded in the provided document.
Council Meeting
The meeting will consider a presentation on the proposed land use and memorial park designation for 110 Picton Street West, along with numerous petitions from residents. Staff reports on a joint use agreement with neighbouring municipalities, a traffic‑calming policy, and a water‑and‑wastewater systems RFP will be received, most with recommendations to concur. A request for a pick‑up truck for the Goderich Port Management will be denied. Standard agenda items such as call to order, disclosures, and adoption of minutes are also included.
- Proposed land use and memorial park designation for 110 Picton St. West (presentation and petitions)
- Joint Use Agreement with neighbouring municipalities – staff recommendation to concur
- Traffic Calming Policy – staff recommendation to concur and refer to By‑Law 124 of 2025
- Pick‑up truck request for Goderich Port Management – staff recommendation to deny
- Water and Wastewater Systems RFP – staff recommendation to concur
The council accepted the amended agenda and adopted the August 11 and August 15 minutes. Staff reports were received and approved, including concurrences on the Maitland Valley Medical Centre renovation and the September Events report. The council declared November 1, 2025 as Lung Disease Awareness Day and endorsed the City of St. Catherines' Elect Respect pledge. A series of by‑laws (124‑137 of 2025) were read and approved.
- Accepted the September 8 agenda as amended (carried)
- Adopted the August 11 and August 15 council minutes (carried)
- Received and approved staff reports, including concurrences on the Maitland Valley Medical Centre renovation update (carried)
- Concurred with the September Events report (carried)
- Declared November 1, 2025 as Lung Disease Awareness Day (carried)
- Endorsed the City of St. Catherines' Elect Respect pledge (carried)
- Read and approved By‑Laws 124‑137 of 2025 (carried)
- Concurred with the staff recommendation on the Maitland Valley Medical Centre renovation (carried)
BIA Advertising and Events Committee
The agenda contains no listed items or decisions; it appears to be a placeholder with no substantive content.
Town of Goderich 2027 Bicentennial Committee
The Town of Goderich 2027 Bicentennial Committee will appoint a chair and approve its agenda for the September 3, 2025 meeting. It will discuss an orientation package, terms of reference, upcoming meeting dates, and brainstorm potential bicentennial events. The committee will also review its workplan and funding strategy.
- Appointment of Chair
- Approval of Agenda
- Orientation Package discussion
- Terms of Reference review
- Brainstorming session on potential events
The committee appointed Liz Petrie as its chair. It approved the September 3 agenda. It adopted a schedule to meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM for the remainder of 2025. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Appointed Liz Petrie as Chair (carried)
- Approved September 3, 2025 agenda (carried)
- Set meeting schedule: first Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM for remainder of 2025 (carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 3:10 PM (carried)
Goderich Fire Committee
The Goderich Fire Committee will consider the Fire Chief’s report on replacing a pumper truck. The committee is set to approve the staff recommendation on the apparatus replacement. No other items are listed for discussion.
- Fire Chief Jeff Wormington presentation on apparatus replacement – pumper truck
The Fire Committee approved the agenda and adopted the January 7, 2025 minutes. It concurred with the Fire Chief’s recommendation to purchase a new front‑line pumper for $959,276 plus HST from Dependable Emergency Vehicles. The unfunded portion will be covered by additional borrowings, offset by the auction of the retired Rescue 12 unit.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted January 7, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Authorized purchase of new front‑line pumper ($959,276 + HST) (carried)
- Approved funding of unfunded portion via additional borrowings (carried)
- Set reserve price of $25,000 for auction of Goderich Rescue 12 (carried)
Special Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council unanimously approved a contract with Tenet Security Group to enforce by-laws at the waterfront and appointed six new law enforcement officers. The meeting also confirmed the agenda and upcoming regular council session.
- Contract with Tenet Security Group for waterfront by-law enforcement
- Appointment of six new municipal law enforcement officers
- Confirmation of August 15, 2025, council proceedings
- Regular council meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025
The council passed By‑Law 121 authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign an agreement with Tenet Security Group for waterfront enforcement. By‑Law 122 appointed Ed Pimentel, Stuart Church, Emery Luckas, Harry O’Neil, Michael Ogunsakin and Andrew Wilson as municipal law‑enforcement officers. Staff reports on the Tenet Security contract were approved by a 6‑to‑1 vote. By‑Law 123 confirming the special council meeting was also passed.
- Approved By‑Law 121 authorizing contract with Tenet Security Group (carried)
- Approved By‑Law 122 appointing six municipal law‑enforcement officers (carried)
- Approved staff reports on Tenet Security contract (6‑1 vote)
- Approved By‑Law 123 confirming the special council meeting proceedings (carried)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimously carried)
- Unanimous motion to discuss contracted by‑law support at the waterfront (carried)
Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board will adopt its agenda and the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes. Staff reports, including the site supervisor report for August 12, 2025, and several financial statements, will be received for information. The board will appoint Ronald F. Burt, Chartered Professional Accountants, as its auditor and authorize staff to sign the Letter of Engagement.
- Adopt agenda for the August 12, 2025 meeting
- Adopt minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting
- Receive staff report: Mark Allen, Site Supervisor – August 12, 2025
- Receive financial statements: account ending July 28, 2025; revenue and expense report to July 31, 2025; tipping fee summary
- Appoint Ronald F. Burt, CPA, as auditor and authorize Letter of Engagement
Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
The Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board will adopt the agenda and May 13, 2025 minutes, receive staff reports and financial statements, and consider leachate data. A presentation on Evaplant technology for leachate volume reduction will be given. The Board will appoint Ronald F. Burt, Chartered Professional Accountants, as its auditor and authorize staff to sign the engagement letter.
- Appointment of Ronald F. Burt as auditor for the Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
- Presentation by John Lavery (Groupe Ramo Inc.) on Evaplant technology for leachate reduction
- Receipt of leachate reports for May, June, July 2025 and a 2025 leachate summary
- Financial statements: accounts ending July 28, 2025, revenue and expense report to July 31, 2025, expense detail, and investment summaries for June 2025
- Staff reports: August 12, 2025 Site Supervisor Report and Maturing Libro Investment
Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will adopt the agenda and July 28, 2025 minutes, receive a series of staff reports for information, and consider several pending items including an official plan and zoning by‑law amendment, a motion on soil protection, and a by‑law authorizing direct electronic funds transfers with BMO. Delegations will present on newcomer housing experiences and a greenhouse‑gas reduction feasibility study. The meeting also includes correspondence, unfinished business items, and a closed‑session discussion on physician recruitment.
- By‑Law 119 of 2025 – Direct Electronic Funds Transfer service with BMO (read three times)
- Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application GOD OPA 19 and Z04‑25 – 110 Picton/Lawn Bowling (pending)
- Councillor John Thompson’s motion urging federal and provincial action to protect soil
- Presentation by Aladaco Consulting on Greenhouse Gas Reduction Pathway Feasibility Study
- Delegation by Mark Nonkes on newcomer experiences of housing in Huron & Perth
The council accepted the amended agenda and adopted the July 28 minutes. It received the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Feasibility Study and approved By‑Law 119 authorizing electronic fund transfers. A motion was passed authorizing $50,000 interest‑free loans per physician for up to four new family doctors, and staff were directed to post a council brief about the physician recruitment proposal.
- Agenda accepted as amended (CARRIED)
- July 28, 2025 minutes adopted (CARRIED)
- Greenhouse Gas Reduction Feasibility Study received (CARRIED)
- By‑Law 119 of 2025 read and passed (CARRIED)
- Authorize $50,000 interest‑free loan per physician, up to four physicians (CARRIED)
- Direct staff to post Huron Health System brief to Sep 8 agenda (CARRIED)
- By‑Law 120 of 2025 confirming meeting proceedings passed (CARRIED)
- Closed Session minutes of July 28 approved (CARRIED)
Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a service club group proposal for the Goderich Memorial Arena and review RFP results for the 2026 election voting provider. The meeting also includes decisions on several new policies and land control exemptions.
- RFP results for 2026 Telephone and Internet Voting Service Provider
- Part Lot Control Exemption applications for 167-169 and 171-173 Elgin Ave E
- New Ice Allocation Policy for the Maitland Recreation Centre (By-Law 115)
- Rental agreements with Grand River Party Rentals and Mildmay Tent Rentals for Salt and Harvest Festival
- Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-014 for 61 Hamilton Street
The council received the Goderich Memorial Complex Service Club Group presentation and ordered the mayor and staff to begin negotiations for a long‑term operational agreement for the arena complex. It also supported in principle a pollinator‑friendly garden at Mineral Springs and received a trail‑head proposal, directing staff to arrange a fall meeting with relevant stakeholders. Several by‑laws (110‑117 of 2025) were adopted and the council supported a resolution opposing Bill 17.
- Received Goderich Memorial Complex Service Club Group presentation (information) – carried
- Directed mayor and staff to begin negotiations for a long‑term arena management agreement – carried
- Supported in principle the Pollinator Friendly Garden at Mineral Springs – carried
- Received Trail Head proposal for information and tasked staff to facilitate a fall stakeholder meeting – carried
- Adopted By‑Laws 110‑117 of 2025 authorizing corporate seal use for various policies – carried
- Supported Town of Kingsville resolution opposing Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster Act – carried
- Received multiple correspondence items (OPP, conservation authorities, etc.) for information – carried
- Concurred with July Events report referencing By‑Laws 116 and 117 – carried
BIA Farmers Market Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.
BIA Board of Management
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion or decision items. No business matters were listed for this meeting.
Environment Committee
The Goderich Environment Committee will adopt the June 16, 2025 minutes and receive a staff report on the Huron County Climate Action Plan update for information. A presentation by Derry Wallis on the County Climate Action Plan will be heard. The committee also records a unanimous motion to consider the Climate Action Plan at the July 9 meeting.
- Adoption of the June 16, 2025 Environment Committee minutes
- Unanimous motion to discuss the Huron County Climate Action Plan
- Presentation by Derry Wallis on the Huron County Climate Action Plan update
- Staff report from Jessica Clapp on consultation for the County Climate Action Plan (received for information)
The Environment Committee voted unanimously to consider the Huron County Climate Action Plan at a special meeting on July 9, 2025. It also approved the meeting agenda, adopted the June 16, 2025 regular minutes, and received staff reports for information with the recommended action approved. The meeting was adjourned at 2:15 PM.
- Unanimously approved discussion of Huron County Climate Action Plan at July 9 special meeting (unanimously carried)
- Approved the agenda (carried)
- Adopted the June 16, 2025 regular minutes (carried)
- Received staff reports for information and approved recommended action (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 2:15 PM (carried)
Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council will hold a public meeting regarding an Official Plan and Zoning By-Law amendment for 110 Picton. The session includes reports on downtown infrastructure, fire department compensation, and various heritage permit applications.
- Public meeting for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment Application OPA16 & Z04-25 (110 Picton)
- Proposed 2025 Fee By-Law Amendment
- Change in compensation structure for Goderich Fire Department firefighters
- Purchase of a new front line pumper for the fire department
- Heritage permit applications for 81 Hamilton St, 60 West St, 50 Courthouse Sq, 91 Hamilton St, 82 Wellesley St, and 166 Courthouse Sq
The council approved the Goderich Port Management Corporation’s 2024 report and a $50,000 allocation from the Port Expansion Reserve Fund for lobbying on the port expansion plan. It deferred the Official Plan Amendment Application No. 19 and Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application Z04‑25. The council also approved four heritage signs, directed the start of timed parking on the Square and traffic‑calming work on Balvina Drive, and postponed decisions on the ice allocation policy and a digital sign at 411 Huron Road.
- Approved Goderich Port Management Corp 2024 report and 2025 forecast (CARRIED)
- Approved $50,000 funding for port lobbying from the Port Expansion Reserve Fund (CARRIED)
- Deferred Official Plan Amendment Application No. 19 and Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application Z04‑25 (CARRIED)
- Approved ordering and installation of four heritage signs (CARRIED)
- Directed staff to begin timed parking on the Square (CARRIED)
- Directed staff to install Type D PXO traffic calming on Balvina Drive (CARRIED)
- Deferred Ice Allocation Policy for additional information (CARRIED)
- Deferred digital sign installation at 411 Huron Road for additional information (CARRIED)
BIA Board of Management
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on June 24, 2025 contains no listed items or details. It appears to be an empty or placeholder agenda with no substantive business to discuss or decide.
Special Council Meeting
The special council will discuss the Volunteer Collection Agreement for the Canada Day fireworks with Camp Menesetung. It will consider By-Law 93 of 2025, which authorizes the mayor and clerk to execute the agreement, and By-Law 94 of 2025, which confirms the meeting proceedings. Staff reports on the agreement will be received for information.
- Volunteer Collection Agreement with Camp Menesetung for Canada Day fireworks
- By-Law 93 of 2025 – authorizes execution of the volunteer collection agreement
- By-Law 94 of 2025 – confirms the special council meeting proceedings
- Staff report by Jenna Ujiye (Tourism and Community Development) on the agreement
The council authorized the Tourism & Community Development Department to contact local service clubs and, if none are available, to use Camp Menesetung for collecting fireworks donations for Canada Day 2025. It approved the content of By‑Law 93 of 2025 in principle and granted the Mayor and Clerk authority to sign the agreement. By‑Law No. 94 of 2025 confirming the special council meeting was also passed. The meeting was adjourned at 1:46 PM.
- Authorized Tourism & Community Development Dept to seek service clubs for fireworks donation collection (carried)
- Granted Dept and CAO power to select a club or approve Camp Menesetung if none available (carried)
- Approved content of By‑Law 93 of 2025 in principle, excluding signatories (carried)
- Authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign the Volunteer Collections Agreement once a club is chosen (carried)
- Passed By‑Law No. 94 of 2025 to confirm the special council meeting proceedings (carried)
- Approved the special council agenda (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting at 1:46 PM (carried)
Environment Committee
The Environment Committee will adopt the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and discuss a staff report on the County Climate Action Plan update. It will formally support the Butterflyway Rangers Pollinator Pathways events through social media and tourism. The committee will also recommend forwarding Bike‑to‑School letters, posters and maps to three local schools to encourage a youth cycling program.
- Forward Bike‑to‑School draft letter, poster, and map to Goderich Public School, St. Mary’s Catholic School, and Goderich District Collegiate Institute.
- Town of Goderich commits to support Butterflyway Rangers Pollinator Pathways events via social media and tourism.
- Staff report on consultation for the County Climate Action Plan Update (staff recommendation: concur).
- Adopt April 28, 2025 special and March 10, 2025 regular Environment Committee minutes.
- Approve the meeting agenda as amended.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to adopt previous minutes and consider a staff report regarding a minor variance request for a pergola at 275 Christina Court. The application seeks to reduce the exterior side yard setback from 4.5 metres to 1.9 metres.
- Adoption of April 1, 2025 Committee of Adjustment minutes
- Minor Variance Application GOD MV02-2025 at 275 Christina Court
- Request to reduce exterior side yard setback to 1.9 metres
- Hybrid meeting format available at Town Hall Menesetung Room
BIA Board of Management
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on 2025-06-12 contains no listed items. No decisions or discussions are recorded in the provided document. The meeting appears to be procedural with no specific agenda items.
Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council will receive a final report on the Goderich Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan and discuss affordable housing development at 110 Picton Street. The meeting also includes reviews of the annual roads maintenance program and development charge adjustments for 2025.
- Affordable housing development on town-owned land at 110 Picton Street
- Goderich Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan: Future Use Recommendations and Financial Viability Report
- Development Charges Annual Adjustment 2025
- Heritage permit application for 58 Market Street
- Annual Roads Maintenance Program and Asset Management plan
The council voted to deny Peter Gusso’s request to operate a mobile ice‑cream cart at the Goderich beaches. It approved a $45,000 crosswalk on the west side of South Street and Elgin Avenue, funded from the contingency. By‑Laws 85‑91 of 2025 were read for the first, second and third times and passed. Several items, including the Memorial Arena recommendation, a North Harbour Road tender and a Wicked Witches mobile canteen request, were deferred to the July 7, 2025 meeting.
- Denied request for Mobile Ice Cream Cart at Goderich beaches (Carried)
- Approved $45,000 crosswalk on west side of South St & Elgin Ave, funded from contingency (Carried)
- Adopted By‑Laws 85‑91 of 2025, read first, second, third times (Carried)
- Deferred Memorial Arena Task Force recommendation for further discussion (Carried)
- Deferred North Harbour Road Tender review to July 7, 2025 (Carried)
- Deferred Wicked Witches Mobile Canteen request to July 7, 2025 (Carried)
- Approved agenda amendment for extra 10‑minute arena presentation (Carried)
- Adopted May 20, 2025 regular and May 27, 2025 special council minutes (Carried)
BIA Beautification Committee
The agenda for the Goderich, Ontario BIA Beautification Committee meeting on 2025-06-04 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document.
BIA Advertising and Events Committee
The provided agenda contains only procedural software boilerplate and no specific discussion items, decisions, or reports.
BIA Board of Management
The Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting agenda contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the agenda. The meeting appears to be procedural with no substantive agenda items provided.
The BIA Board of Management approved the meeting agenda. No motions were passed, denied, or tabled regarding the reserve fund proposal. The meeting consisted of discussion only.
Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee
The Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee approved its agenda and adopted the January 29, 2025 minutes. It voted to approve Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-007 for a new storage garage at 58 Market Street without conditions. The committee also approved the financial statements, including a Heritage Reserve Fund balance of $62,003.78. Additional items discussed included a heritage permit for alterations at 72‑76 Hamilton Street and various informational brochures.
- Approve Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-007 – 58 Market Street – replacement of storage garage (no conditions)
- Approve Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-001 – 72‑76 Hamilton St – alterations (no conditions)
- Approve financial statements; Heritage Reserve Fund balance $62,003.78
- Receive Heritage Conservation District walking tour brochure and heritage newsletters for information
- Discuss window colour options and a letter of appreciation for Bob Davis
Special Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council will meet to discuss a development agreement for an apartment on Wolfe Street and a zoning by-law amendment for Southcove Developments Inc. The body will also review a change in scope for the Suncoast Drive road reconstruction and hold a closed session regarding the Warren Street Extension.
- By-Law 82 of 2025: Development agreement with 2563779 Ontario Inc. for an apartment at Wolfe Street
- By-Law 83 of 2025: Zoning By-Law amendment for Southcove Developments Inc. (Mark Sully)
- Suncoast Drive Road Reconstruction change in scope of work
- Closed session regarding Warren Street Extension
- Wolfe Street cost sharing report
The council voted 4‑3 to approve the Zoning By‑Law amendment GOD Z02‑25 for Southcove Developments Inc. By‑Laws 82 and 83 of 2025, authorizing the Wolfe Street development agreement and amending the town’s zoning by‑law, were also passed. The planning report on public and agency comments was approved, and By‑Law 84 of 2025 confirming the meeting proceedings was adopted. The council adjourned at 11:20 AM.
- Approved Zoning By‑Law amendment GOD Z02‑25 (4‑3 vote)
- Approved By‑Law 82 of 2025 authorizing Wolfe Street development agreement (carried)
- Approved By‑Law 83 of 2025 amending Zoning By‑Law 124‑2013 (carried)
- Approved planning report on public and agency comments (carried)
- Adopted By‑Law 84 of 2025 confirming meeting proceedings (carried)
- Adjourned council meeting at 11:20 AM (carried)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force is meeting to review a revised draft comprehensive plan and recommendations for future use and financial viability. The body will also receive an update regarding the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (Stream 2).
- GSP Group Inc. presentation on the Revised Draft Comprehensive Plan and Future Use Recommendations and Financial Viability
- CAO Janice Hallahan update on the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (Stream 2)
Council Meeting
Council will discuss the first phase of the Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Project and review public engagement survey results for municipal assets. The meeting includes decisions on fee waiving policies, reserve fund transfers, and various local event approvals.
- Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Project Phase 1 update
- Zoning By-Law Amendment to lift holding symbol GOD Z03-25 for Zelinka Priamo Ltd.
- Proposed amendments to the Fee Waiving Policy
- Sign requests for 140 Huckins Street and 411 Huron Road
- Approval of Canada Day and Goderich Children's Festival plans
The council adopted By-Laws 66 through 80 of 2025, which include a lease for a hangar at the Goderich Regional Airport and appointments of municipal law enforcement officers. It supported the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority’s coastal resilience work and gave staff authority to forward a letter to the Ontario Premier about Bill 5. Several items were deferred, including the Warren Street Extension, a zoning amendment, a mobile ice‑cream cart application, and a United Way cookbook sponsorship request.
- Approved By-Laws 66‑80 of 2025 (airport lease, law enforcement appointments)
- Supported in principle MVCA coastal resilience assessment and design work
- Authorized staff to forward a letter to the Ontario Premier urging pause of Bill 5
- Deferred Warren Street Extension discussion to May 27 special council meeting
- Deferred Zoning By-Law Amendment GOD Z02‑2025 to May 27 special council meeting
- Referred United Way cookbook sponsorship request to staff for a report
- Deferred Mobile Ice Cream Cart application pending Rotary Club consultation
- Supported Huron Chamber request to reopen and extend regional immigration pilot program
Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
The Mid‑Huron Landfill Site Board will adopt the May 13 agenda, adopt the February 11, 2025 minutes, and approve the audited financial statements for December 31, 2024. It will receive staff reports and financial statements for information, review leachate shipment data, and consider pending groundwater flow analysis. New business includes approval of the 2024 Volume I Status Report and the 2024 Annual Performance Leachate Transfer Facility Report. The meeting may enter a closed session before reconvening for a public forum and adjournment.
- Approval of audited financial statements – December 31, 2024 (provided by Ron Burt, Takalo & Burt Chartered Professional Accountants)
- Adoption of February 11, 2025 minutes
- Approval of 2024 Volume I Status Report and 2024 Annual Performance Leachate Transfer Facility Report
- Review of leachate shipment reports for February‑April 2025
- Pending groundwater flow analysis and testing of RDA cap/berm/liner material
The Mid‑Huron Landfill Site Board approved the 2024 Volume I Status Report and the 2024 Annual Performance Leachate Transfer Facility Report. It also approved the audited financial statements for the year ended December 31 2024 and authorized removal of dead trees at 401 Parsons Court. All other items were received for information or adopted as routine agenda items.
- Approved agenda for May 13 2025 meeting
- Adopted February 11 2025 minutes
- Approved audited financial statements – December 31 2024
- Approved removal of dead trees at 401 Parsons Court
- Received staff reports for information
- Received accounts and financial statements for information
- Approved 2024 Volume I Status Report and 2024 Annual Performance Leachate Transfer Facility Report
- Adjourned meeting at 2:11 PM
Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board will approve the December 31, 2024 financial statements and receive several financial and operational reports for information. It will adopt the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting. Unfinished business includes reviewing a proposed amendment to the board’s agreement with the Municipality of Central Huron. New business and other items are listed but contain no decisions at this time.
- Approval of 2024 financial statements presented by Ron Burt, Takalo & Burt CPAs
- Adoption of minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting
- Receipt of May 2025 site supervisor report and related erosion and window quotes
- Review of revenue, expense, and tipping fee reports to April 30, 2025
- Consideration of the proposed amendment to the Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board Agreement
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board approved the meeting agenda and adopted the February 11, 2025 minutes. It approved the December 31, 2024 financial statements and authorized staff to buy four replacement windows for $4,473.12, funded from the operating support reserve. Several reports and correspondence were received for information and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved meeting agenda (Carried)
- Adopted minutes dated February 11, 2025 (Carried)
- Approved December 31, 2024 financial statements (Carried)
- Authorized purchase of four replacement windows for $4,473.12 (Carried)
- Received accounts and financial statements for information (Carried)
- Received correspondence items 9.1‑9.3 for information (Carried)
- Received Central Huron By‑Law 36 of 2025 for information (Carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 3:28 PM (Carried)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force will review a draft comprehensive plan regarding future use and financial viability. The body is also seeking direction on a Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (Stream 2) opportunity.
- GSP Group Inc. presentation on Goderich Memorial Arena Draft Comprehensive Plan and Future Use Recommendations and Financial Viability
- Staff report from CAO Janice Hallahan regarding Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (Stream 2) Opportunity
The Memorial Arena Task Force approved the May 12 agenda and adopted the April 22 minutes, both by unanimous carry. The meeting was then adjourned to reconvene on May 26, 2025.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted April 22, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Adjourned meeting until May 26, 2025 (carried)
BIA Board of Management
The Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on May 8, 2025 has no agenda items recorded. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders and no decisions or discussions are specified. Residents should note that no concrete items are listed.
The BIA Board formally adopted the April 10, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second. The board also adopted the May 8, 2025 agenda following a motion and second. Both actions were carried without recorded vote counts.
- Adopted April 10, 2025 BIA Board minutes (carried)
- Adopted May 8, 2025 BIA Board agenda (carried)
Environment Committee
The Goderich Environment Committee will receive the Ecological Health Assessment for Maitland Woods, River Valley, and Shoreline Bluffs presented by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. The committee will discuss the assessment and will recommend that the Town’s Asset Management/Environmental Services Manager work with MVCA staff to draft a Terms of Reference and Scope of Work for a Request for Proposal. The draft will be submitted back to the committee for further review before a recommendation is made to Goderich Town Council.
- Unanimous motion to consider the Ecological Health Assessment of Maitland Woods, River Valley, and Shoreline Bluffs
- Presentation by Erin Gouthro and Phil Beard (Maitland Valley Conservation Authority) of assessment documents
- Committee receives the assessment for information
- Recommendation that the Town’s Asset Management/Environmental Services Manager collaborate with MVCA to create a Terms of Reference/Scope of Work for an RFP
- Terms of Reference to be submitted to the committee for review and further recommendation to Council
The Environment Committee unanimously approved the agenda and agreed to discuss the ecological health assessment of Maitland Woods, River Valley and Shoreline Bluffs. It formally received the assessment from the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority for information. The committee directed the Town’s Asset Management/Environmental Services Manager to work with MVCA to develop a Terms of Reference/Scope of Work for a future Request for Proposal and to submit that document to the committee for further recommendation to Council. The meeting was adjourned at 11:36 AM.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Approved discussion of ecological health assessment (unanimously carried)
- Received MVCA ecological health assessment for information (carried)
- Directed manager to create Terms of Reference/Scope of Work for RFP (carried)
- Directed submission of Terms of Reference to committee for review (carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 11:36 AM (carried)
Council Meeting
The Town of Goderich Council approved the 2025 budget in principle, adopting a 1% tax increase in one motion and a 2% increase in another, with the 1% increase directed to the Roads Construction Reserve. The Council also approved a transfer of $60,209 to the Public Works Equipment Reserve Fund. A motion was passed opposing the Ontario government's expansion of Strong Mayor powers. The council deferred the Southcove Development zoning by‑law amendment and approved a GeoReach monitoring program with the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority and the University of Waterloo.
- Deferral of Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application GOD Z02-2025 – Southcove Development Inc.
- Approval of 2025 budget in principle with a 1% tax increase (Roads Construction Reserve) and a 2% tax increase
- Transfer of $60,209 to the Public Works Equipment Reserve Fund
- Motion opposing the expansion of Strong Mayor powers under O.Reg. 530/22
- Approval of GeoReach citizen‑science monitoring program proposal
The council adopted the 2025 budget with a 2% property tax increase, directing 1% of that increase to the Roads Construction Reserve (vote 4‑3). It passed a resolution formally opposing Ontario’s expansion of Strong Mayor powers and requesting removal of Goderich from the designated list. Additional actions included deferring a zoning amendment application, transferring $60,209 to the Public Works Equipment Reserve, approving a GeoReach monitoring program, funding $8,874 for Pickleball court repairs, and accepting the 2024 water and wastewater treatment plant reports.
- Approved 2025 budget with 2% tax increase, allocating 1% to Roads Construction Reserve (4‑3)
- Deferral of Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application GOD Z02‑25 (carried)
- Approved transfer of $60,209 to Public Works Equipment Reserve Fund (carried)
- Resolution opposing Strong Mayor powers and requesting removal from designated list (carried)
- Approved GeoReach program with MVCA and University of Waterloo (carried)
- Approved $8,874 for Pickleball court repairs funded from park courts reserve (carried)
- Approved 2024 Water Treatment Plant Annual Report, Wastewater Treatment Plant Report and Compliance Summary (carried)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface text. No specific topics, decisions, or discussion items are listed.
The Memorial Arena Task Force approved the April 22 agenda and adopted the March 18 minutes. It formally received two items of correspondence for information. The meeting was then adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Adopted March 18, 2025 minutes (carried)
- Received correspondence for information (carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 10:47 AM (carried)
Special Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will discuss tender results, project costs, and debt repayment options for the Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Project. The meeting also includes votes on several new by-laws and a professional services agreement for the Goderich Memorial Arena.
- Tender results and financial strategy for the Rebuilding Downtown Infrastructure Project
- By-law 52 of 2025: Northeast Boat Launch Parking Area regulation
- By-law 53 of 2025: North Harbour Road traffic and street use regulation
- By-law 54 of 2025: Regulation of open fires
- By-law 55 of 2025: Professional services agreement with GSP Group Inc. for Goderich Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan
Council approved the meeting agenda. The council read and carried By‑Laws 52‑55 of 2025, covering regulation of the Northeast Boat Launch parking area, North Harbour traffic, open fires, and authorizing a professional‑services agreement for the Goderich Memorial Arena. By‑Law 56 of 2025 was passed to confirm the meeting’s proceedings. The meeting was adjourned at 9:49 AM.
- Approved meeting agenda (carried)
- Received staff reports for information (carried)
- Read By‑Law 52 of 2025 (boat launch parking) first‑second‑third time (carried)
- Read By‑Law 53 of 2025 (North Harbour traffic) first‑second‑third time (carried)
- Read By‑Law 54 of 2025 (open fires) first‑second‑third time (carried)
- Read By‑Law 55 of 2025 (arena professional‑services agreement) first‑second‑third time (carried)
- Passed By‑Law 56 of 2025 confirming meeting proceedings (carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:49 AM (carried)
BIA Board of Management
The provided agenda contains only procedural software placeholders and boilerplate text. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
The board adopted the March 13th minutes and the April 10th agenda. It approved the financial statements for the period ending March 31st, 2025. A motion to amend the BIA manager contract to increase vacation from two to three weeks was carried. The board also accepted a resignation letter from a member.
- Adopted March 13th, 2025 BIA Board minutes (carried)
- Adopted April 10th, 2025 BIA Board agenda (carried)
- Approved financial statements for period ending March 31st, 2025 (carried)
- Amended BIA manager contract to increase vacation to three weeks (carried)
- Accepted resignation letter from Joan Tigert (carried)
BIA Advertising and Events Committee
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Advertising and Events Committee on 2025-04-08 contains no listed items. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided document. The meeting appears to be a placeholder with no substantive agenda.
BIA Advertising and Events Committee
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Advertising and Events Committee meeting on 2025-04-08 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of placeholders and procedural framework without substantive proposals or decisions.
Council Meeting
Town Council will discuss several municipal by-laws, including updates to parking, traffic, and park usage. The body is also reviewing heritage permit applications for signage and reports on municipal energy and emergency management.
- Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-006 for a fascia sign at 38 West Street
- Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-005 for signage at 76 Courthouse Square
- By-Law 45 of 2025 to stop traffic on Harbour Street for the Battle of the Atlantic Ceremony on May 3, 2025
- By-Law 47 of 2025 to authorize an agreement with GSP Group for the Goderich Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan
- By-Law 46 of 2025 to set fees for sports field banners, bleachers, and plaques
The council approved the amended agenda and adopted the March 17 and March 24 minutes. Staff reports were received for information, and the April Events report was approved. Several by‑laws (41‑50) were read and carried, including By‑law 45 that stops traffic on Harbour Street for the Battle of the Atlantic ceremony. The Ontario Deposit Return Program item was referred to the Environment Committee and the meeting proceedings were confirmed by By‑law 51.
- Approved agenda (amended wording) – carried
- Adopted March 17 and March 24 minutes – carried
- Received staff reports for information – carried
- Approved April Events report (item 6.17) – carried
- Referred Ontario Deposit Return Program to Environment Committee – carried
- Read and passed By‑laws 41‑50 collectively – carried
- Passed By‑law 45 to stop traffic on Harbour Street for Battle of the Atlantic ceremony – carried
- Confirmed By‑law 51 to record meeting proceedings – carried
Memorial Arena Charrette Closing Presentation
The agenda lists a closing presentation for the Memorial Arena Charrette. No official decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Memorial Arena Charrette closing presentation
- Video presentation available
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application for a parcel on Wolfe Street east of 170 Cambria Road North. The request seeks to allow two multi-unit dwelling buildings with specific height and setback adjustments.
- Consent Application GOD MV01-2025: Request to increase maximum building height to 14 metres
- Consent Application GOD MV01-2025: Request to reduce railway right-of-way setback to 15 metres
Budget Meeting
The council will adopt the agenda, receive a presentation of the 2025 draft budget, and consider staff reports including a fleet vehicle needs assessment. It will also confirm By‑Law 40 2025 that records the budget meeting. No other decisions are listed.
- Approval of the agenda (Item 3.1)
- Presentation of the 2025 draft budget by Deanna Hastie (Item 5.1)
- Staff report on fleet vehicle needs assessment (Item 6.1)
- Adoption of By‑Law 40 2025 confirming the budget meeting (Item 17)
The council accepted the meeting agenda and approved the 2025 budget changes as presented. Staff reports were received for information. By‑Law 40 of 2025, confirming the budget meeting proceedings, was read three times and passed. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (carried)
- Approved 2025 budget changes as presented (carried)
- Received staff reports for information (carried)
- Adopted By‑Law 40 of 2025 confirming budget meeting (carried)
- Adjourned meeting (carried)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force will meet to receive a verbal update from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding a Request for Proposal kick-off meeting. The body will also receive correspondence concerning community engagement and potential conflicts of interest.
- Verbal update from CAO Janice Hallahan regarding Request for Proposal (RFP) kick-off meeting
- Correspondence from John Maaskant, Goderich Lions Club, regarding community engagement for the arena
- Correspondence from Concerned Citizens regarding a potential conflict of interest
Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss a range of administrative reports, including budget processes and facility agreements. The meeting includes decisions on heritage permits and the authorization of several new by-laws.
- Purchase of land from 199 Anglesea Properties Ltd (By-Law 29 of 2025)
- Agreement with ChargePoint Inc. for Electric Vehicle Charger cloud plans (By-Law 28 of 2025)
- Heritage permit applications for 72-76 Hamilton Street and 59 Kingston Street
- Amendments to Parking and Traffic (By-Law 34) and Parks and Facilities (By-Law 35) by-laws
- Proposal for a 2025 Event Assistant from JT Creative works
BIA Board of Management
The Goderich Business Improvement Area Board of Management is scheduled to meet on March 13, 2025. The agenda text provided is procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or items listed.
Environment Committee
The Environment Committee will adopt minutes from November 2024 and February 2025 and receive staff reports on the Lake Huron Forever Pledge, irrigation at the MacKay Centre, and the 2024-2028 Energy Conservation Plan.
- Adoption of November 13, 2024, and February 21, 2025, Environment Committee minutes
- Review of Lake Huron Forever Pledge
- Review of irrigation at MacKay Centre for Seniors
- Review of Legion Café 'Wake Up Wednesday's' Environmental Speaker Series
- Review of 2024-2028 Conservation Demand Management Plan
Special Council Meeting
Goderich Town Council will discuss recommendations for the financial viability and future use of the Memorial Arena. The meeting includes a review of the Downtown Revitalization tender and a motion regarding international trade and diplomacy.
- Review of BM Ross and Associates Limited RFP for Memorial Arena comprehensive plan
- Downtown Revitalization Tender correspondence from Greg Stewart, Sarnia Heavy Construction Association, and Van Bree Infrastructure
- Notice of Motion by Deputy Mayor Leah Noel regarding US trade tariffs and rhetoric
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force will receive a recommendation on the Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan and the future use of the building. Staff will present a review of the Request for Proposal process.
- Review of Memorial Arena Request for Proposal
- Discussion on Memorial Arena Comprehensive Plan
- Consideration of Memorial Arena future use and financial viability
Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will hold a public meeting and vote on Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application GOD Z01‑2025 for 350 Bayfield Road. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes, several staff reports, and the reading of multiple by‑laws covering contracts, a housing reserve fund, and a paid parking initiative. A motion will be considered to declare part of Anglesea Street park land surplus.
- Public hearing and decision on Zoning By‑Law Amendment Application GOD Z01‑2025 – 350 Bayfield Road
- By‑Law 19 of 2025 – contract with Finger Eleven‑Finger Eleven Touring Inc. for the Salt and Harvest Festival
- By‑Law 21 of 2025 – establishment of a Housing Enabling Water Reserve Fund
- By‑Law 24 of 2025 – amendment to Zoning By‑Law 124 for 350 Bayfield Road
- Motion to declare part of Anglesea Street park lot surplus
Environment Committee
The Environment Committee will appoint a chair, receive staff reports, and discuss three items: an irrigation system request for the MacKay Centre, a partnership with the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority and the Lions Club for a tree‑planting program, and an update on the native tree‑planting initiative. The meeting also includes routine agenda confirmation, correspondence review, and a public forum.
- Appointment of Chair of the Environment Committee
- Irrigation system request for the MacKay Centre
- Partnership with Maitland Valley Conservation Authority and Lions Club for a Tree Planting Program
- Progress update on the Native Tree Planting Initiative
- Review of staff reports and related correspondence
Mid-Huron Recycling Centre Board
The Mid‑Huron Recycling Centre Board will adopt the February 11, 2025 agenda and the November 19, 2024 minutes. It will receive staff reports, including the site supervisor’s February 2025 report, the 2024 preliminary surplus, and a revised proposed amendment. The board will also receive the centre’s financial statements and several recycling‑related correspondence for information.
- Adoption of agenda and November 19, 2024 minutes
- Staff reports: site supervisor February 2025 report, 2024 preliminary surplus, revised proposed amendment
- Financial statements: account ending Jan 24 2025, revenue and expenditure report, expense detail
- Correspondence received for information: recycling summary 2024 & 2025, comparison report 2025, account aging report
Mid-Huron Landfill Site Board
The Mid‑Huron Landfill Site Board will adopt the agenda and minutes, receive staff reports and financial statements for information, and consider a correspondence requiring direction regarding a request for support on a large garbage pick‑up service change. The board will also hear a presentation on willow plantings to reduce leachate, review leachate shipment reports, and discuss unfinished business on groundwater flow analysis and testing of the cap/berm/liner material.
- Decision required on request for support – large garbage pick‑up service change (Item 7.1)
- Presentation by Nicholas Leblanc (RAMO) on willow plantings for leachate reduction (Item 4.1)
- Staff report: Mid‑Huron Landfill Site Supervisor's February 2025 Report (Item 5.1)
- Financial statements: account ending Jan 24 2025, revenue and expenditure reports, expense detail, ONE investment reports (Items 6.1‑6.4)
- Unfinished business: groundwater flow analysis and testing of RDA cap/berm/liner material (Item 10.1)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force is meeting to discuss the future use and financial viability of the building. The body is proposing to appoint specific members to interview candidates for a comprehensive plan request for proposal.
- Proposal to appoint Mayor Bazinet, Deputy Mayor Noel, and Councillor Petrie to conduct RFP interviews
- Review of Structural Inspection Report
- Review of Smith-Peat Roof Report
- Review of Masonry Quote and JPM Architecture Inc. quotes
- Staff update on the Memorial Arena Request For Proposal for a comprehensive plan
BIA Board of Management
The agenda for the Goderich, Ontario Business Improvement Area Board of Management meeting on February 6, 2025 contains no listed items. The document shows only placeholders and no descriptions, categories, or attachments. Consequently, no decisions, proposals, or discussions are recorded for this meeting.
Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will adopt the February 3, 2025 agenda and the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. Staff reports on the active transportation fund, municipal servicing guidelines, and other items will be received for information. The council will consider and approve By-Laws 11 through 17, which include a shared services agreement with Central Huron, a tourism signage MOU, a Rogers Communications agreement, and airport lease agreements. A reduction in the bingo licence fee from 3% to 1.5% for 2025 will also be recommended.
- By-Law 11 – Shared Service Agreement with Central Huron for building inspector enforcement
- By-Law 13 – MOU with Regional Tourism Organization 4 for signage and wayfinding
- By-Law 14 – Agreement with Rogers Communications Canada Inc.
- By-Law 15 – Lease agreement for airport building with COPA Flight 45 Sky Harbour Radio‑Control Modelers Inc.
- Reduction of bingo licence fee from 3% to 1.5% for 2025
Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee
The Municipal and Marine Heritage Committee will adopt the agenda and the November 27, 2024 minutes, receive staff reports, and approve the Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-001 for alterations at 72‑76 Hamilton Street without conditions. It will also receive a staff report on the fire at 41 Victoria Street North in the Heritage District and receive draft financial statements for the General Fund and Reserve Funds for the fiscal period ending December 31, 2024.
- Adopt agenda as presented
- Adopt November 27, 2024 Heritage Committee minutes
- Approve Heritage Permit Application No. 2025-001 – 72‑76 Hamilton St alterations (no conditions)
- Receive staff report on fire at 41 Victoria Street North (information only)
- Receive draft Statement of Revenue and Expenditures for General Fund and draft Statement of Reserve Funds (information)
Budget Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will hear a presentation of the 2025 draft budget from the Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer. It will also consider correspondence and contracts concerning renovations to the Maitland Valley Medical Centre, the Livery Centre for the Arts expansion, and the Courthouse Square reconstruction tender. A by‑law to confirm the meeting proceedings will be introduced and voted on.
- Presentation of the 2025 draft budget by Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer
- Renovations to Maitland Valley Medical Centre (referral from Oct 7, 2024 meeting)
- The Livery Centre for the Arts Expansion Project (delegation from Dec 16, 2024 meeting)
- Courthouse Square Reconstruction tender circulation (B. M. Ross and Associates Limited)
- By‑law No. 10 of 2025 to confirm the budget meeting proceedings
BIA Board of Management
The agenda for the Goderich BIA Board of Management meeting on Jan 16, 2025 contains no listed items. It appears to consist only of placeholders and procedural boilerplate. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee will consider a consent application (GOD C07‑24) to divide the property at 197‑205 South Street into two parcels, each with frontage on South Street. It will also review a minor variance application (GOD MV01‑24) to reduce the required lot frontage to 7.75 m for a semi‑detached dwelling on the parcel south of 140 Stonehouse Street. Both applications include recommended conditions and a 24‑month approval period for the variance. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and adoption of the October 29 2024 minutes.
- Consent application GOD C07‑24 to split 197‑205 South Street into two parcels
- Minor variance application GOD MV01‑24 to reduce lot frontage to 7.75 m on parcel south of 140 Stonehouse Street
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Adoption of the October 29 2024 Committee of Adjustment minutes
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
Council Meeting
At the January 13, 2025 regular council meeting, Goderich Town Council will consider and vote on several by‑laws. By‑Law 2 provides for interim tax levies for 2025, By‑Law 3 authorizes borrowing to meet current expenditures, and By‑Law 6 approves a transfer payment agreement to purchase an in‑house fire extractor. Additional by‑laws approve electronic funds transfers with BMO (By‑Law 4), a lease assignment with Compass Minerals (By‑Law 7), and a child‑care services agreement with the County of Huron (By‑Law 8). The council will also receive staff reports on airport lease requests, health‑and‑safety updates, and a festival report for information.
- By‑Law 2 of 2025 – interim tax levies for 2025
- By‑Law 3 of 2025 – authorizes borrowing to meet current expenditures
- By‑Law 6 of 2025 – approves transfer payment for an in‑house fire extractor
- By‑Law 7 of 2025 – authorizes assignment and assumption of lease with Compass Minerals Canada Corp.
- By‑Law 8 of 2025 – authorizes child‑care and early years programs agreement with County of Huron
Goderich Fire Committee
The Goderich Fire Committee will vote on the draft 2025 Fire Department Budget. It will also consider a proposal to replace Rescue #12 and review a Fire Marque cost‑recovery services agreement. A closed‑session segment will address a proposed compensation framework under labour‑relations rules.
- Approval of the 2025 Draft Fire Department Budget
- Rescue #12 Replacement proposal
- Fire Marque Agreement (Cost Recovery Services Agency)
- Closed session on Proposed Compensation Framework (labour relations)
Memorial Arena Task Force
The Memorial Arena Task Force is meeting to establish its workplan and decide on the frequency and location of future meetings. The body will also review a 2022 Community Recreational Needs Assessment.
- Review of Community Recreational Needs Assessment by Monteith Brown Planning Consultants & Tucker-Reid and Associates
- Decision on meeting frequency and location
- Review of Task Force Terms of Reference
Special Council Meeting
The Goderich Town Council will adopt the January 3, 2025 Special Council agenda and the December 20, 2024 Special Council minutes. Council members will consider a Facility Report and confirm By‑Law No. 1‑2025 that records the meeting proceedings. A possible closed‑session under Municipal Act Section 239(2) may be held, after which the council will adjourn and schedule the next regular meeting for January 13, 2025.
- Unanimous motion to discuss and consider the Facility Report
- Adoption of the December 20, 2024 Special Council minutes
- Confirmation of By‑Law No. 1‑2025 to formalize the meeting proceedings
- Potential closed council session pursuant to Municipal Act Section 239(2)
- Adjournment and scheduling of the next regular council meeting on January 13, 2025