Huron Shores public meetings in 2025

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores Council holds a special public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a consent application (File No. 2025-C-09) to sever approximately 2 acres (0.81 hectares) from the property at 156 Harris Creek Road, creating a severed parcel and a retained parcel of about 2.15 acres (0.87 hectares). The meeting includes a public hearing for residents to provide input. No decision is scheduled at this meeting; it is a public input session.

• Public hearing on Consent Application 2025-C-09 to sever ±2 acres from 156 Harris Creek Road; retained parcel ±2.15 acres

The council heard a presentation on Planning Application 2025-C-09. The planning consultant recommended approval and the applicant’s solicitor spoke in support. No questions were asked and no vote or formal decision was recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council will consider several land‑use and by‑law matters, including granting provisional consent for application 2025‑C‑09 and reviewing the 2025 zoning by‑law draft. It will vote on a by‑law to adopt an Emergency Management Program and rescind the previous version, and on a motion to authorize the final sale of surplus municipal lots in Iron Bridge. Additional items include a road‑closure motion for Dean Lake Road and a recommendation on the RV licence renewal fee.

• Grant provisional consent to Application File No. 2025‑C‑09
• Adopt By‑law #25‑50 Emergency Management Program and rescind By‑law #24‑59
• Authorize final sale agreement for surplus municipal lots in Iron Bridge (By‑law #25‑95)
• Motion to initiate road‑closure process for Dean Lake Road (CL‑25‑179)
• RV Licence By‑law compliance update and renewal fee recommendation (PL‑25‑92)

Council approved several items, including granting provisional consent for a land severance at 156 Harris Creek Road, adopting an Emergency Management Program by‑law and waste‑disposal key‑holder agreements, and voting 4‑3 to permanently close the Dean Lake Bridge and start the statutory road‑closure process. The council also appointed Christina Jackpine‑Calhoon to the fire department, reduced the 2026 RV licence renewal fee by 50 %, authorized the sale of four surplus lots on High Street, approved a five‑year financial‑audit contract with Stefanizzi Professional Corp, and received additional Chevis Road improvement options for future consideration.

• Approved provisional consent for land severance at 156 Harris Creek Rd
• Adopted Emergency Management Program by‑law (By‑law #25‑50)
• Approved waste‑disposal site key‑holder agreements (By‑law #25‑51)
• Closed Dean Lake Bridge permanently; directed road‑closure process (4‑3)
• Appointed Christina Jackpine‑Calhoon to Huron Shores Fire Department
• Reduced 2026 RV licence renewal fee by 50 % for existing permit holders
• Authorized sale of four surplus municipal lots on High Street, Iron Bridge
• Approved five‑year financial audit services RFP with Stefanizzi Professional Corp

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee is reviewing the final draft of the Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025 and its covering report, circulated for comment before presentation to Council. The committee may discuss environmental considerations to be incorporated. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 14, 2025.

• Review of final draft Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025 (attached)
• Review of covering report dated December 3, 2025
• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of additional environmental considerations for the by-law

Public Services Committee

The agenda for the Huron Shores Public Services Committee meeting on December 9, 2025, is currently listed as procedural boilerplate with no specific agenda items or decisions attached.

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Community Development Advisory Committee will hear updates from HNCEA Community Economic Development workshops and review priority areas for the economic development strategic plan. Routine items include approving previous minutes and discussing the local Farmers Market. No financial decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Review of Economic Development Strategic Planning Update - Priority Areas Review
• Report from HNCEA Community Economic Development Workshops held in November
• Discussion of Farmers Market under Business Arising from Minutes

Huron Shores Recreation Committee

The Huron Shores Recreation Committee will discuss feedback from the Trunk or Treat event, hold a discussion with the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer on the 2026 Budget, and consider a proposal for a 2026 Recreation and Events Roundtable. The meeting also includes review of previous minutes and other business.

• Trunk or Treat Feedback
• Discussion with Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer on the 2026 Budget
• Proposal for a 2026 Recreation and Events Roundtable (PL-25-90)

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council will consider a petition regarding the Dean Lake Bridge and decide on short-term and long-term options for its replacement. The agenda also includes receiving an update on the 2025 Zoning By-law Review, considering a tender for cleaning caretaker services for 2026-2027, and authorizing an engineering proposal for Dayton Road culverts. Numerous motions include confirming council structure for the 2026 municipal election and initiating an updated economic development strategy.

• Decision on Dean Lake Bridge and culvert replacement (PW-25-75) with short-term and long-term options
• Receive 2025 Zoning By-law Review update (PL-25-86)
• Award tender for cleaning caretaker services (2026–2027)
• Authorize engineering proposal for Dayton Road Culvert #1 and #2 (PW-25-74)
• Initiate updated Economic Development Strategy (PL-25-88)

Council rejected the LT‑D option for the Dean Lake Bridge (3‑4 vote) and approved the LT‑1 option as the preferred long‑term solution, directing staff to proceed with planning and budgeting. The council also approved the ST‑1 short‑term measure for the Dean Lake Road culvert (4‑3 vote) and confirmed that the council composition will remain unchanged for the 2026 municipal election. Additional motions authorized summer‑job funding for the Iron Bridge Museum, a sales agreement for abrasive sand, and the adoption of revised Community Development Advisory Committee terms.

• Rejected Option LT‑D for Dean Lake Bridge (3‑4) – Defeated
• Approved Option LT‑1 for Dean Lake Bridge (4‑3) – Carried
• Approved Option ST‑1 for Dean Lake Road culvert (4‑3) – Carried
• Confirmed council composition unchanged for 2026 election – Carried
• Authorized submission for Canada Summer Jobs for seven students – Carried
• Authorized sales agreement with Ledcor Group for abrasive sand purchase – Carried
• Adopted revised Community Development Advisory Committee Terms of Reference – Carried
• Accepted Cleaning 365 Services tender for caretaker services ($21,877 per year) – Carried

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review minutes from October, introduce a preliminary housing development concept for Iron Bridge, and discuss the selection of a new committee chair.

• Review of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of preliminary housing development concept (PL-25-85) for Iron Bridge
• Discussion on the Chair Selection Process and candidate presentations
• Guest presentations from Edith Orr (Johnson Farmer's Market) and Cynthia Campbell (HNCEA)
• Consideration of a donation from 4H

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will receive updates on several infrastructure projects, including the Potomac Bridge status, Dean Lake Road culvert replacement options, and the 2025 roads project tracking sheet. The committee will also discuss a fire protection agreement for Huron Shores, the 2025 OSIM bridge inspection summary, and an engineering proposal for Dayton Road culverts #1 and #2.

• Potomac Bridge status update
• Dean Lake Road culvert replacement considerations (PW-25-73)
• 2025 roads project tracking sheet
• Fire protection to Huron Shores
• Engineering proposal for Dayton Road culverts #1 and #2 (PW-25-74)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review the current Open Air Burning By-law #23-25 for potential future amendments, with no staff-proposed changes at this time. The committee will also hear a presentation from Brittany Clarke of Food Cycle Science Corporation about the Foodcycler program. Additionally, new business includes discussion of blue-green algae.

• Review of Open Air Burning By-law #23-25 for potential amendments
• Guest presentation by Brittany Clarke, Municipal Program Manager, Foodcycler - Food Cycle Science Corporation
• Discussion of blue-green algae under new business
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025 meeting
• Scheduling of next meeting

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council meeting will consider several by‑law actions, including adopting the 2025 Asset Management Plan. It will also review a provisional consent for Planning Act application 2025‑C‑08 and a site‑specific zoning amendment (By‑law 25‑45). Additional motions include authorizing an Ontario Infrastructure application and extending a depot agreement to 2026.

• By‑law 25‑45 – Site‑Specific Zoning Amendment (File 2025‑Z‑08)
• By‑law 25‑46 – Adoption of the 2025 Asset Management Plan (FN‑25‑67)
• By‑law 25‑47 – Authorize submission to Ontario Infrastructure and repeal By‑law 25‑43
• Provisional Consent to Application 2025‑C‑08 (Planning Act)
• Motion to extend Circular Materials Depot Agreement into 2026 (CL‑25‑177)

The council granted provisional consent for a land‑severance application at 48C Draper Road and approved a site‑specific zoning amendment at 44 Emily Court. It adopted the 2025 Asset Management Plan and authorized a temporary borrowing application for the Potomac Bridge while repealing a prior by‑law. Several administrative actions were taken, including accepting two resignations, setting Christmas office closure dates, extending a depot agreement, and authorizing negotiations to sell municipal property to the Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club.

• Granted provisional consent to Application File No. 2025-C-08 (land severance) – carried
• Approved By‑law #25-45 zoning amendment reducing lot frontage to 0 m at 44 Emily Court – carried
• Adopted the 2025 Asset Management Plan (By‑law #25-46) – carried
• Authorized By‑law #25-47 to apply for temporary borrowing for Potomac Bridge and repealed By‑law #25-43 – carried
• Accepted resignation of Nicolas Viel from the Fire Department – carried
• Established Christmas Office Closure: Dec 23 2025 – Jan 2 2026 – carried
• Extended Circular Materials Depot Operations Agreement into 2026 – carried
• Authorized negotiation for purchase of High Street property by Iron Bridge Night Hawks Snowmobile Club – carried

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is holding a special public meeting to consider two planning applications. The first is a site-specific zoning amendment for 44 Emily Court to allow zero-metre lot frontage via a municipal easement. The second is a consent application to sever land at 48C Draper Road into a 7.81-acre parcel and a 15.57-acre retained parcel.

• Zoning amendment for 44 Emily Court to reduce minimum lot frontage to 0 metres for legal access via municipally-owned parcel easement
• Consent application for 48C Draper Road to sever 7.81 acres (3.16 ha) and retain 15.57 acres (6.30 ha)
• Public meeting as recommended under the Planning Act

The council reviewed two planning applications (Zoning Amendment 2025‑Z‑06 and Consent 2025‑C‑08) and heard recommendations from the planning consultant, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will review short-term and long-term options for the Dean Lake Bridge, alongside a Chevis Road assessment and a report on the bridge's feasibility. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Community Voices Committee.

• Dean Lake Bridge feasibility report
• Dean Lake Bridge short-term options discussion
• Dean Lake Bridge long-term options discussion
• Chevis Road assessment
• Community Voices Committee presentation

The Public Services Committee adopted the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized discussion of short‑term and long‑term options for the Dean Lake Bridge, the Chevis Road assessment, and the feasibility report to prepare materials for the public information session scheduled for October 22, 2025. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 2:32 p.m.

• Adopted September 2, 2025 Public Services Committee minutes (motion carried)
• Authorized discussion of Dean Lake Bridge short‑ and long‑term options, Chevis Road assessment, and feasibility report for Oct 22 public session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:32 p.m. (motion carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review the 2012 Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan and discuss ideas for a potential update, with invitations extended to external economic development partners for a focused November discussion. Other business includes reviewing results of a surplus land tender, considering next steps for a youth council, and reviewing the committee's terms of reference along with chair selection.

• Results of Surplus Land Tender
• Economic Development Strategy Update – review of 2012 plan for five municipalities
• Youth Council – Review and Consideration of Next Steps
• Terms of Reference Review and Chair Selection
• Healthcare & Wellbeing (agenda item, no details provided)

Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores will consider approving a job description and budget allocation for a By-law Enforcement/Animal Control Officer. The council will also review a Recreation Master Plan and establish a working group to examine shared fire service recommendations.

• Approval of By-law Enforcement/Animal Control Officer position budget
• Establishment of Working Group for Shared Fire Service Review
• Review of Recreation Master Plan and Strategic Priorities
• Consideration of IBRC Stream 2 Funding Support Business Case

The council approved the job description and budget allocation for a full‑time By‑law Enforcement/Animal Control Officer, directing startup costs to the 2025 budget and future operating costs to the 2026 budget. It also appointed Councillors Falk and Vine to a joint fire‑service working group with staff support to review shared‑fire recommendations. The council received the Recreation Master Plan review report and instructed staff to draft recreation priorities for later consideration.

• Approved job description and budget allocation for Full‑time By‑law Enforcement/Animal Control Officer (carried)
• Directed staff to include one‑time startup costs in 2025 budget and operating costs in 2026 budget (carried)
• Authorized staff to apply to the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund for partial funding (carried)
• Appointed Councillors Falk and Vine to the Joint Fire Services Working Group (carried)
• Directed the Working Group to meet with Town of Thessalon and report back (carried)
• Received Recreation Master Plan review report as information (carried)
• Directed staff to prepare draft recreation and service‑delivery priorities (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:57 p.m. (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores will hold a special public meeting to discuss a site-specific zoning by-law amendment for 139 Coles Bay Road. The application seeks to allow a detached garage with plumbing on a vacant parcel currently zoned Rural.

• Public meeting for zoning by-law amendment 2025-Z-05
• Proposed change to permit detached garage with plumbing
• Property at 139 Coles Bay Road
• Vacant parcel zoned Rural (R)

The Special Public Meeting on September 10, 2025, reviewed an application for a standalone accessory garage that would increase lot coverage from 9% to 17% and add a bathroom requiring water and septic service. Planning consultant Peter Tonazzo recommended approval, while Councillors Falk and Currie raised concerns about septic capacity and impacts on the waterfront lot. No vote or formal decision was recorded, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

Regular Meeting

Council will consider a request for clarification on short-term rentals to guide draft zoning provisions, hear the 2024 audited financial statements, and vote on several by-laws and motions. Items include amending the tax collection policy, approving a site-specific zoning amendment, purchasing new financial software, and granting consent for fibre infrastructure installation.

• Request for Council Clarification on Short-Term Rentals to Guide Zoning Provisions (PL-25-83)
• By-law #25-41 to Amend Tax Collection Policy and Rescind By-law #24-48
• By-law #25-42 to Approve Site-Specific Zoning Amendment File No. 2025-Z-05
• Motion to Authorize Purchase of TownSuite Financial Software (FN-25-65)
• Motion to Grant Consent to Rock Networks to Install Fibre Infrastructure

The council endorsed the presence of short‑term rentals and instructed staff to add a definition to the zoning by‑law. It passed by‑laws to amend the tax‑collection policy, approve a site‑specific zoning amendment for 139 Coles Bay Road, and authorize an application for temporary borrowing for the Potomac Bridge. The council also approved the 2024 financial statements, directed a study of year‑round use of Melwel Road, and approved the purchase of TownSuite financial software for $37,000 funded from reserves.

• Endorsed short‑term rentals and directed staff to prepare zoning by‑law updates
• Amended Tax Collection Policy and rescinded By‑law #24‑48 (By‑law #25‑41)
• Approved site‑specific zoning amendment for 139 Coles Bay Road (By‑law #25‑42)
• Authorized application to OILC for temporary borrowing for Potomac Bridge and repealed By‑law #25‑26 (By‑law #25‑43)
• Approved 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements
• Directed staff to investigate year‑round use options for Melwel Road
• Approved purchase of TownSuite Financial Software, $37,000, funded by reserves
• Authorized tender for the Cleaning Caretaker Contract to commence January 2026

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will meet to review an update to the MECP Compliance Policy. The meeting also includes a discussion on the open public consultation period for the 2025 Zoning Review.

• MECP Update of Compliance Policy
• 2025 Zoning Review public consultation period
• NORDIK Institute eDNA Field Site Testing

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss summer updates and the 2025 Zoning By-law review. The meeting also includes scheduled time for healthcare, wellbeing, and economic development topics.

• Short-term rentals and 2025 Zoning By-law Review
• Healthcare & Wellbeing discussion
• Business & Economic Development discussion

Special Meeting

Huron Shores and Thessalon hold a joint council meeting to receive a presentation on the draft final report of a joint fire department gap analysis and operational guidelines for a shared service model. The agenda also includes a closed session and passage of a confirmatory by-law.

• Presentation of the Joint Fire Department Gap Analysis and Operational Guidelines for a Shared Service Model (attached report dated 2025-08-28)
• Joint council meeting with Town of Thessalon
• Closed session (agenda item 6)
• Confirmatory by-law (agenda item 7)

The council approved a motion to establish a joint working group of council members from Huron Shores and the Town of Thessalon to study shared fire service recommendations. A confirmatory by‑law (By‑law #25‑40) confirming the proceedings of the joint special meeting was also passed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

• Established joint working group to explore shared fire service recommendations (carried)
• Passed By‑law #25‑40 confirming joint special meeting proceedings (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m. (carried)

Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will receive verbal reports and status updates on the Dean Lake Bridge and culvert failure, including a feasibility study and preparation for an October public information session. Additional items include updates on the Potomac Bridge, the Fibre Installation Project, and a review of the Blue Box Transition program. New business will cover speeding concerns on Eley, Ingram, and Chevis Roads, drafts of a Municipal Road Status Policy and a Vehicle Damage Claims Policy, and a review of the Roads Donation Program (PW‑25‑70).

• Dean Lake Bridge and Culvert Failure – verbal report, status update, feasibility study, public info session prep
• Potomac Bridge – verbal update
• Fibre Installation Project – update
• Speeding Concerns – speed limit review for Eley Road, Ingram Road, Chevis Road
• Municipal Road Status Policy – draft review

The Public Services Committee adopted the June 3, 2025 minutes and received memoranda on the Dean Lake bridge and culvert issues and the fibre installation project. It recommended that council conduct a two‑week public survey on a blanket speed‑limit by‑law and adopt the T‑03 Municipal Road Status Policy and the amended L‑01 Vehicle Damage Claims Policy. The committee also advised council not to start a new Roads Donation Program for 2026.

• Adopted minutes of June 3, 2025 meeting (carried)
• Received CAO memorandum on Dean Lake Road culvert failure (for information, carried)
• Received CAO memorandum on Dean Lake Bridge public information session and requested input (carried)
• Received CAO memorandum on Fibre Installation Project and recommended council grant consent to install fibre (carried)
• Recommended council conduct two‑week public survey on blanket speed‑limit by‑law (carried)
• Recommended council adopt T‑03 Municipal Road Status Policy (carried)
• Recommended council adopt amended L‑01 Vehicle Damage Claims Policy (carried)
• Recommended council not introduce a new Roads Donation Program for 2026 (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The municipality is conducting a special public meeting to review several applications for land consent and zoning amendments. These requests involve severing parcels of land and modifying setback and frontage requirements for specific properties.

• 64 Club House Road: Application to create a 48.68-acre severed parcel and reduce required road frontage to 0 metres (File No: 2025-C-05 & 2025-Z-03)
• 130-136 Ingram Road: Application to create a 2.51-acre severed parcel (File No: 2025-C-06)
• 11935 Highway 17: Application to create a 9.09-acre severed parcel (File No: 2025-C-07)
• 16410 Highway 17: Application to increase permitted main use structures to three and reduce waterfront setback from 30 to 20 metres (File No: 2025-Z-04)

Council members and staff met for a special public meeting on August 13, 2025. The council considered four consent applications (files 2025-C-05, 2025-C-06, 2025-C-07) and one zoning amendment (file 2025-Z-04) and, with no comments raised, proceeded to the next item. No formal approvals, rejections, or vote tallies were recorded for any of the applications. The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m.

Regular Meeting

Council will discuss and potentially decide on several items including a zoning by-law review for short-term rentals, amendments to fire services cost recovery and Walker Road reopening by-laws, and provisional consent for three land applications. The agenda also includes reports on public works, budget comparisons, and road projects. A closed session is scheduled for solicitor-client advice.

• Consider direction for short-term rental regulations in zoning by-law review (PL-25-79)
• Amend by-law #25-36 to update cost recovery for fire services
• Consider installation of guide rails on Melwel Road (PW-25-69)
• Receive Dean Lake Bridge feasibility study and set public engagement session
• Recruitment of a full-time contract by-law enforcement officer

Council adopted the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes and received several staff reports. It directed staff to include short‑term rental provisions in the upcoming zoning by‑law, granted provisional consent for three land‑severance applications, amended the Walker Road by‑law and the fire‑service cost‑recovery by‑law, approved site‑specific zoning amendments, added $386,900 to the 2026 budget for guide rails on Melwel Road, and gave consent for Rock Networks to install underground fibre optic infrastructure.

• Adopted minutes of July 9, 2025 meetings (CARRIED)
• Received short‑term rental zoning review and directed inclusion in draft zoning by‑law (CARRIED)
• Granted provisional consent to Application 2025‑C‑05 for land severance at 64 Club House Road (CARRIED)
• Granted provisional consent to Application 2025‑C‑06 for land severance at 130‑136 Ingram Road (CARRIED)
• Granted provisional consent to Application 2025‑C‑07 for land severance at 11935 Highway 17 (CARRIED)
• Amended Walker Road by‑law to open omitted segment and repealed By‑law 25‑13 (CARRIED)
• Approved $386,900 addition to 2026 budget for guide rails on Melwel Road (CARRIED)
• Granted municipal consent for Rock Networks to install underground fibre optic infrastructure (CARRIED)

Mississagi River Monitoring Committee

The Mississagi River Monitoring Committee will review a historical summary of its monitoring activities and debrief the spring flood event. Discussion will follow on next steps and other business.

• Review of Mississagi River Monitoring Committee Historical Summary (PDF attached)
• Debrief of Spring Flood Event
• Discussion period for river monitoring issues

Regular Meeting

The council granted provisional consent for a land‑severance application and received a draft zoning by‑law, directing staff to hold public consultations. It adopted three site‑specific zoning amendments, approved an extension of volunteer insurance coverage over age 80, and confirmed the Potomac Bridge replacement project pending tariff limits. A proposed $201,914 contribution to the recreation centre was defeated, and a motion to allow Rock Networks fibre installation was deferred.

• Granted provisional consent to Application 2025-C-04 (carried)
• Received draft zoning by‑law and directed public consultation (carried)
• Adopted By‑law #25-31 site‑specific amendment for 162 Mosher Rd (carried)
• Adopted By‑law #25-32 site‑specific amendment for 797 Basswood Lake Rd (carried)
• Approved extension of volunteer insurance coverage over age 80, $250 premium (carried)
• Confirmed intention to proceed with Potomac Bridge replacement, tariff limit condition (carried)
• Defeated municipal contribution of up to $201,914 to Recreation Centre Phase One (3‑4)
• Deferred motion to grant Rock Networks fibre infrastructure consent (deferred)

Special Public Meeting

Huron Shores Council will hold a special public meeting to hear three planning applications under the Planning Act. A consent application proposes severing land from two parcels at 2319 and 2244 Dayton Road to create a new 10.95-acre lot with 213 feet of frontage. Two site-specific zoning by-law amendments are also being considered: one to lift a holding provision for a sugar bush bunkie at 162 Mosher Road near Bright Lake, and another to reduce the water front setback from 30m to 25.60m at 797 Basswood Lake Road for a recreational dwelling.

• Consent application 2025-C-04 to sever ±0.5 acres from 2244 Dayton Road and merge with portion from 2319 Dayton Road to create a 10.95-acre parcel
• Zoning amendment 2025-Z-01 to lift Holding (H) provision on 162 Mosher Road to allow a sugar bush bunkie, subject to water quality study
• Zoning amendment 2025-Z-02 to reduce front yard setback from water from 30m to 25.60m at 797 Basswood Lake Road for a recreational dwelling
• Retained lands: 2244 Dayton Road remains at 3.34 acres; 2319 Dayton Road remains at approx. 130 acres

The Special Public Meeting reviewed an Application for Consent (File 2025-C-04) and two Zoning Amendment applications (Files 2025-Z-01 and 2025-Z-02). Planning staff recommended approval for each, and no comments or concerns were voiced by the public or council members. The meeting was adjourned at 7:11 p.m. with no formal votes recorded.

Special Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores will hold a special meeting to review a draft recreation plan. Sierra Planning and Management will present and discuss the document.

• Presentation and discussion of the Draft Recreation Master Plan with Sierra Planning and Management

The council received a presentation of the draft 10‑year Recreation Master Plan but did not adopt it, noting adoption will occur at a future meeting. No substantive motions were passed; the meeting was adjourned by a resolution moved by Councillor Currie and seconded by Councillor Vine.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:26 p.m. (motion carried)

Regular Meeting

Huron Shores council will receive a background report on the zoning by-law review and consider several motions, including researching municipally-owned commercial and industrial lands for surplus, authorizing an application for housing infrastructure funding for culvert projects, and approving a 6-month pilot compressed work week. The agenda also includes appointments to committees and routine reports.

• Receive Zoning By-law Review Background Report (PL-25-77)
• Motion to Research Municipally-owned Commercial and Industrial Lands for Surplus
• Motion to Authorize Application to Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program for Culvert Projects (PW-25-65)
• Motion to Approve 6-month Pilot Compressed Work Week (CL-25-163)
• Motion to Rename the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre

Council approved several by‑laws appointing the municipal treasurer and signing authorities, and initiated a 2025 review of the municipality’s 2018 zoning by‑law. The council also adopted a series of operational motions, including a compressed‑work‑week pilot, an outdoor movie night, and funding applications for infrastructure projects. All listed actions were carried out with a "CARRIED" vote.

• Initiated 2025 zoning by‑law review (CARRIED)
• Appointed Municipal Treasurer via By‑law #25‑28 (CARRIED)
• Appointed signing authorities via By‑law #25‑29 (CARRIED)
• Directed staff to prepare list of surplus commercial/industrial lands (CARRIED)
• Approved $2,000 outdoor movie night for Thessalon Community Days (CARRIED)
• Approved six‑month pilot compressed work week for staff (CARRIED)
• Authorized purchase of legal minutes package for $26,250 (CARRIED)
• Adopted new name “Huron Shores Recreation Centre” for former Iron Bridge centre (CARRIED)

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Environmental Advisory Committee meets to discuss ongoing business including a public consultation on MTO's guide for managing invasive phragmites (open until July 1), an informational newsletter on the same species, a food cycler program, and a tree donation from the Central Algoma Freshwater Coalition. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, committee status discussion, and planning for the next meeting.

• Public consultation on MTO's Environmental Guide for Managing Invasive Phragmites open until July 1
• Invasive phragmites newsletter from Central Algoma Fresh Water Coalition (informational)
• Discussion of Food Cycler Program
• Tree donation from Central Algoma Freshwater Coalition
• Committee status discussion

The Environmental Advisory Committee adopted the March 11, 2025 minutes. It approved an online public acknowledgement of the tree donation from the Central Algoma Freshwater Coalition. The committee set its next meeting for September 9, 2025 and adjourned at 2:38 p.m. Amber Shannon was assigned to contact neighboring municipalities to explore collaboration.

• Adopted March 11, 2025 Environmental Advisory Committee minutes (motion carried)
• Municipality will post an online acknowledgement of the Central Algoma Freshwater Coalition tree donation
• Amber Shannon tasked to contact Thessalon, Blind River, Plummer, and Bruce Mines for collaboration
• Next meeting scheduled for September 9, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.
• Committee adjourned at 2:38 p.m. (motion carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review past minutes and discuss new business, including committee vacancies and updates from local groups like the Iron Bridge Agricultural Society.

• Review of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Expressions of interest for CDAC vacancies
• Update from the Recreation Committee
• Information on Iron Bridge Agricultural Society Fall Fair
• Guest presentation by MétisFamily Wellbeing Coordinator

The Community Development Advisory Committee adopted the May 1 minutes and appointed Eileen Forestell as a new committee member. It approved a motion to bring surplus commercial properties to the next council agenda. The committee also supported the Youth Council’s recommendation to rename the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre to the Huron Shores Recreation Centre and will forward the recommendation to Council.

• Adopted minutes of May 1, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Appointed Eileen Forestell as CDAC member (Carried)
• Approved motion to list surplus commercial properties at next council meeting (Carried)
• Supported Youth Council recommendation to rename Iron Bridge Recreation Centre to Huron Shores Recreation Centre and forward to Council (Carried)

Public Services Committee

The committee will review the results of the Melwel Road guiderail project RFP and consider a Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program application for culvert projects. They will also discuss a ratepayer request about flooding on Cameron Road and a request for information from the Community Voices Committee.

• Melwel Road Guiderail Project - RFP Results with attached engineer report
• Ratepayer Request - Flooding on Cameron Road
• Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Health and Safety Water Stream Application for Culvert Projects (PW-25-65)
• Dean Lake Road Culvert and Dean Lake Bridge Feasibility Study
• Community Voices Committee – Request for Information

The committee adopted the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. It resolved to have staff advise the Community Voices Committee on culvert jurisdiction and to limit further written responses. The committee acknowledged a resident’s concerns about spring flooding on Cameron Road and noted that reconstruction is not planned. It recommended that council authorize a funding application for replacing two Dayton Road culverts, converting the Dumond Road Bridge to a culvert, and replacing the Dean Lake Road culvert.

• Adopted minutes of May 1, 2025 Public Services Committee meeting (carried)
• Recommended Council direct staff to inform Community Voices Committee about culvert jurisdiction and limit further written responses (carried)
• Acknowledged resident concerns about Cameron Road flooding; noted no capital reconstruction planned (carried)
• Recommended Council authorize staff to submit funding application for Dayton Road culvert replacements, Dumond Road Bridge conversion, and Dean Lake Road culvert replacement (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:06 p.m. (carried)

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is holding a special public meeting under the Planning Act to consider a consent application (File No. 2025-C-03) to sever a 31-acre parcel from a larger property at 13775 Highway 17, leaving a 45-acre retained parcel. This is a public hearing where residents can provide input on the proposed severance.

• Application for Consent File No. 2025-C-03 to sever 31 acres from 13775 Highway 17, with a retained parcel of 45 acres

On May 14, 2025 the Huron Shores Council convened a Special Public Meeting to consider Application for Consent File No. 2025‑C‑03, which proposes to sever the property at 13775 Highway 17 into a 31‑acre parcel and a 45‑acre parcel. Planning consultant Peter Tonazzo recommended approval and council members asked questions, but no vote or decision was recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m. with no action taken.

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council will consider granting provisional consent to Application File 2025‑C‑03, which seeks to sever a 31‑acre parcel from a 45‑acre property at 13775 Highway 17. The meeting also includes several by‑law motions covering a seasonal waste‑site key‑holder agreement, a primary 9‑1‑1 PSAP services contract, an inter‑municipal agreement with Sault Ste. Marie, an amendment to the recreational‑vehicle licensing by‑law, a code of conduct update, and authorisation to apply for provincial infrastructure financing. Additional items are reports, motions, and communications but no decisions are listed for those.

• Provisional Consent to Application 2025‑C‑03 for severing 31 acres at 13775 Highway 17
• By‑law #25‑21 – Seasonal Waste Site Key Holder Agreement (Melwel Lodge)
• By‑law #25‑22 – Primary Public Safety Answering Services (9‑1‑1) Agreement with OPP
• By‑law #25‑23 – Inter‑municipal Service Agreement with City of Sault Ste. Marie
• By‑law #25‑26 – Authorise application to Ontario Infrastructure and Lands Corp. for capital‑works financing

The council adopted the minutes from April meetings and approved several by‑laws, including a seasonal waste site key‑holder agreement, a 9‑1‑1 primary public safety answering point contract, an inter‑municipal service agreement with Sault Ste. Marie, an amendment to the recreational vehicle licensing by‑law, a new code of conduct, and authorization to apply for OILC financing for the Potomac Bridge. It also appointed Patrick Burns to the fire department, hired K. Smart Associates to prepare a drainage report, approved the Public Services Committee terms of reference, and re‑allocated fire‑department funds to purchase auto‑extrication equipment.

• Granted provisional consent for 31‑acre parcel severance (File 2025‑C‑03) – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law #25‑21 Seasonal Waste Site Key Holder Agreement – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law #25‑22 Primary Public Safety Answering Services agreement – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law #25‑23 Inter‑municipal Service Agreement with Sault Ste. Marie – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law #25‑24 Amendment to Recreational Vehicle Licensing By‑law – CARRIED
• Passed By‑law #25‑25 Updated Code of Conduct – CARRIED
• Authorized application to OILC for Potomac Bridge financing – CARRIED
• Re‑allocated fire‑department budget to purchase auto‑extrication cutter and spreader – CARRIED

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will review the Ministry of Transportation's response regarding invasive species and discuss next steps for the Community Water Monitoring Project. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting.

• Ministry of Transportation response on invasive species
• Community Water Monitoring Project next steps and coordination
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting

Public Services Committee

The Committee reviewed the ongoing closure of the Dean Lake Bridge due to erosion and sinkholes near Highway 17. Members also adopted draft Terms of Reference for the committee and reviewed 2025 roads project tracking.

• Dean Lake Bridge closure due to erosion and sinkholes (PW-25-62)
• Adoption of Public Services Committee Terms of Reference
• Natural playground project trail cutting planned for August
• Tree removal at Little Rapids Park following storm damage
• Review of 2025 roads project tracking, grading, and brushing schedules

The committee adopted the minutes of the April 3, 2025 Infrastructure Services Committee meeting. It also adopted the draft Terms of Reference for the Public Services Committee and recommended that Council approve them at the next regular meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted minutes of April 3, 2025 Infrastructure Services Committee (carried)
• Approved draft Terms of Reference for Public Services Committee, recommending Council approval (carried)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review an informational report on the Local Housing Strategy and HAF Application. The body will also discuss potential updates to its Terms of Reference and staff training from the University of Waterloo regarding economic development.

• Local Housing Strategy and HAF Application report
• Review of CDAC Terms of Reference Revised May 8, 2024
• Economic Development training from University of Waterloo

The committee adopted the minutes from the April 3 2025 meeting. Members agreed to incorporate wellbeing into the committee’s Terms of Reference. The meeting was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. after a motion was carried.

• Adopted minutes of April 3 2025 Community Development Advisory Committee meeting (carried)
• Agreed to incorporate wellbeing into the Terms of Reference (agreed)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:46 p.m. (motion carried)

Special Meeting

The Huron Shores Council held a special meeting on April 30, 2025, for a Code of Conduct education session led by Integrity Commissioner Charles A. Harnick. Council members engaged with the presentation and clarified provisions of the Code. No decisions or public hearings were held; the meeting was solely for training.

• Code of Conduct training session with Integrity Commissioner Charles A. Harnick of ADR Chambers Inc.

The council held a special meeting on April 30, 2025. A Code of Conduct education session was presented by Integrity Commissioner Charles A. Harnick. The council moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:07 p.m., a motion moved by Councillor Tim Currie and seconded by Councillor Danielle Brown.

• Adjourned special meeting at 9:07 p.m. (motion moved by T. Currie, seconded by D. Brown)

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council will vote on several by‑laws, including establishing the 2025 tax rate and tax ratio, setting speed limits on Melwel Road, and transferring a portion of Bridge Lake Road to municipal ownership. It will also receive the Housing Accelerator Fund application and consider awarding the 2025‑04 Gravel Tender, for which a council member declared a pecuniary interest. Additional items include a motion to approve the 2025‑2029 Corporate Strategic Plan and various committee reports.

• By‑law 25‑16 to Establish 2025 Tax Rate
• By‑law 25‑15 to Set Speed Limits on Melwel Road
• Transfer of Ownership of a Portion of Bridge Lake Road (PL‑25‑73)
• Receive Housing Accelerator Fund Application Summary and Local Housing Strategy (PL‑25‑62)
• Award Contract No. 2025‑04 Gravel Tender (conflict declared by J. Armstrong)

The council approved the transfer of ownership of a portion of Bright Lake Road to the municipality and received the Housing Accelerator Fund application summary. It adopted a speed limit by‑law for Melwel Road, set the 2025 tax rates and ratios, and approved amendments to the Donation Policy (C‑05). The council also approved a comprehensive committee restructuring, creating a new Public Services Committee and appointing members to several committees.

• Approved transfer of ownership of a portion of Bright Lake Road (no cost to municipality)
• Received Housing Accelerator Fund Application Summary and Local Housing Strategy
• Approved By‑law #25-15 to set a 50 km/h speed limit on Melwel Road
• Approved By‑law #25-16 establishing 2025 municipal tax rates ($4,643,633.00)
• Approved By‑law #25-17 establishing 2025 tax ratios
• Approved By‑law #25-19 Seasonal Waste Site Key Holder Agreements for three camps
• Approved amendments to Donation Policy C‑05 allowing CAO/Clerk approval up to $500
• Approved committee restructuring: dissolved Protective Services and Infrastructure Services Committees, created Public Services Committee, and appointed members to multiple committees

Mississagi River Monitoring Committee

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

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review post-meeting minutes and discuss short-term rentals, the 2025 budget, and the corporate strategic plan. The meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2025, in Council Chambers.

• Review of short-term rental regulations and considerations
• Discussion of the 2025 budget update
• Review of the corporate strategic plan
• Post-meeting minutes from March 6, 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It decided that the short‑term rental issue will be handled through the upcoming zoning review process. The meeting was officially adjourned at 8:59 p.m.

• Adopted minutes of March 6, 2025 (carried)
• Agreed to address short‑term rentals via the upcoming zoning review
• Adjourned meeting at 8:59 p.m. (carried)

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee will discuss updates for the Dean Lake and Potomac bridges. The body will also review tender results for gravel, roadside brushing, and grass cutting, and consider a municipal consent request from ROCK Networks (H&M) LP.

• Dean Lake Bridge Update (PW-25-59)
• Potomac Bridge Update (PL-25-64)
• Contract No. 2025-04 - Gravel Tender
• Contract No. 2025-05 - Roadside Brushing
• Contract No. 2025-06 - Roadside Grass Cutting

The Infrastructure Services Committee adopted the March 6, 2025 minutes. It recommended awarding three service contracts: gravel supply to Gilbertson Enterprises, roadside brushing to TMI Brushing, and roadside grass cutting to TMI Brushing. The committee also recommended that Council receive the Rock Networks report, continue dialogue, consult legal counsel, and provide conditional support for the project. All motions were carried.

• Adopted March 6, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Recommended awarding gravel contract to Gilbertson Enterprises at $197,200 plus HST (carried)
• Recommended awarding roadside brushing services to TMI Brushing at $150 per hour plus HST (carried)
• Recommended awarding roadside grass cutting services to TMI Brushing at $17,800 plus HST (carried)
• Recommended Council receive Rock Networks report and direct staff to seek more information, consult legal counsel, and provide conditional support (carried)

Special Meeting

This special meeting of Huron Shores Council includes deliberations on the 2025 municipal budget, with draft operating and capital budgets attached. Council will also consider approving a request for an education assistance course and a proactive maintenance program for two John Deere graders. A treasurer's report on 2024 council remuneration and expenses will be received. The meeting includes a closed session.

• 2025 Municipal Budget Deliberations (draft operating and capital budgets attached)
• Approve ProActive Maintenance Program for 2013 and 2017 John Deere 770GP Graders
• Approve request to participate in 'Fundamentals of Community Economic Development' course under Education Assistance Program
• Receive Treasurer's Report: Statement of Remuneration and Expenses for 2024

The council approved Deputy Clerk Amber Shannon's request to attend a community‑economic‑development course with all costs covered. It authorized a three‑year ProActive Maintenance agreement for two John Deere graders totaling about $35,700 plus HST. The council accepted the Finance and Audit Committee’s budget recommendations and approved the proposed 2025 municipal budget, authorizing $4,643,633.00 in tax revenue, with final approval set for the April 9 regular meeting.

• Approved Deputy Clerk Amber Shannon's participation in the Fundamentals of Community Economic Development course (Carried)
• Authorized ProActive Maintenance agreement with Brandt Tractor for Grader #9 ($17,922.73 + HST) and Grader #3 ($17,775.10 + HST) (Carried)
• Received Finance and Audit Committee recommendation on Potomac Bridge funding, fire department reserve contribution, reserve fund use, and a 3–5% tax rate increase (Carried)
• Approved the proposed 2025 Municipal Budget authorizing $4,643,633.00 in taxation; budget to be presented for final approval on April 9, 2025 (Carried)
• Received Treasurer’s report on 2024 and 2023 council remuneration and expenses (Carried)

Finance and Audit Committee

The agenda for the Huron Shores Finance and Audit Committee meeting on March 18, 2025, is procedural and contains no specific decisions or items for discussion.

Regular Meeting

Huron Shores Council will hear a presentation from KPMG on the 2023 audited financial statements and consider a service delivery review and implementation plan. The council will also vote on several by-laws, including restricting vehicle weight on Dean Lake Bridge and amending the Walker Road reopening by-law. Multiple motions are on the table, such as accepting resignations from the fire department and a committee, adopting a rental cancellation policy, and setting a special meeting for 2025 budget deliberations.

• Presentation of 2023 audited financial statements by KPMG
• By-law #25-12 to restrict vehicle weight on Dean Lake Bridge
• By-law #25-13 to amend Walker Road reopening by-law
• Motion to advocate for provincial review of Provincial Land Tax for unincorporated areas
• Motion to set special meeting for 2025 budget deliberations

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is holding a special public meeting regarding a consent application. The body will discuss a proposal to sever land at 115 North Livingstone Road.

• Consent application File No. 2025-C-02 to create one new 4-acre severed parcel and a 146.72-acre retained parcel at 115 North Livingstone Road

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Environmental Advisory Committee will meet on March 11, 2025 to review unfinished business and consider new topics. Discussion will focus on a community‑based water monitoring project and on Phragmites (invasive plant) issues with MTO engagement. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Community‑Based Water Monitoring Project
• Phragmites & MTO Engagement

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee discussed interim measures for the Dean Lake Bridge and safety updates for Melwel Road. The body also addressed a clerical omission regarding the formal opening of a section of Walker Road.

• Recommendation to reopen Dean Lake Bridge with a 6-tonne load limit by-law for 6 months
• Recommendation for a 50km/h speed limit on Melwel Road with 30km/h advisory signs in hazard areas
• Recommendation to tender for guide rail installation on Melwel Road
• Recommendation to amend By-Law #00-29 to formally include a portion of Walker Road (PIN 31446-0556)
• Note that full replacement of Dean Lake Bridge is estimated to exceed $10 million

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Community Development Advisory Committee meets to discuss short-term rental regulations, EarlyON programming support, food trucks, and a youth council report. A guest presentation on a 2025 municipal Christmas proposal is also scheduled. No decisions are indicated on the agenda; items are for discussion and information.

• Short Term Rentals discussion (memo PL-25-54)
• EarlyON Programming and municipal support (report PL-25-55)
• Food Trucks discussion
• Youth Council Report (report PL-25-56)
• Alternative Housing Community informational presentation

Special Meeting

Council held a special meeting to hear public presentations from candidates for two vacant council seats. After a closed session, they appointed Luke Vine as Councillor Ward 1 and Danielle Brown as Councillor Ward 3 & 4 for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term.

• Public presentations from candidates Eileen Forestell, David Phillips, Luke Vine, David Trivers, Dale Wedgwood, and Danielle Brown
• Closed session to discuss personal matters about identifiable individuals
• Motion appointing Luke Vine as Councillor Ward 1
• Motion appointing Danielle Brown as Councillor Ward 3 & 4
• Meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

Finance and Audit Committee

This Finance and Audit Committee meeting agenda contains only boilerplate and no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions. No items are listed for review or action.

• No substantive agenda items are provided; the agenda consists solely of technical placeholders and metadata.

Special Public Meeting

This special public meeting is convened under the Planning Act to hear public input on a consent application (2025-C-01) to sever a 19.25-hectare (47.6-acre) parcel from the property at 44 Emily Court. The meeting includes procedural items such as call to order, agenda review, and declarations of pecuniary interest. No other business is scheduled.

• Application for Consent File No. 2025-C-01 to sever 19.25 hectares from 44 Emily Court (Taraniuk)
• Public meeting as required under the Planning Act

Regular Meeting

The Huron Shores Council will consider several by‑law motions, including a shelter agreement with Algoma Manor, adoption of the 2024 Asset Management Plan, and a provisional consent for application 2025‑C‑01. They will also vote on motions about voting methods for the 2026 election, backhoe purchase suspension, and road improvement authorizations.

• By‑law #25‑07 to enter into an agreement with Algoma Manor for a temporary shelter facility
• By‑law #25‑09 to adopt the 2024 Asset Management Plan
• Provisional Consent to Application File No. 2025‑C‑01 (Planning Act matter)
• Motion to suspend the backhoe purchase
• Motion to authorize Chevis Road improvements

Environmental Advisory Committee

The Environmental Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the 2024 FoodCycler composting initiative and discuss the upcoming transition to the Blue Box recycling program, including sources that will not be accepted. Representatives from Algoma University will attend to discuss the Community Water Monitoring Project. The meeting also includes a review of invasive species issues.

• FoodCycler – presentation of 2024 composting survey results (Thessalon-Huron Shores - Survey Results Presentation.pdf)
• Blue Box recycling transition and non‑eligible sources (intro video link provided)
• Community Water Monitoring Project presentation by Algoma University representatives (Dr. Elaine Ho‑Tassone, Ajaz Shaikh, Kiki Vetrie)
• Invasive species discussion (Environmental Meeting.pdf)

Community Development Advisory Committee

The Huron Shores Community Development Advisory Committee meets to review past minutes and discuss several community initiatives. New business includes Communities in Bloom, local food cooperatives, a youth council, a 4H update, and a proposed donation for an ice fishing event. The committee will also address healthcare and well-being matters.

• Consideration of an Ice Fishing Event Donation (no amount specified)
• Discussion on a Youth Council initiative
• Review of Local Food & Cooperatives, including 'Developing a Coop' document
• Update on Communities in Bloom program
• 4H Update from previous activities

Infrastructure Services Committee

The Infrastructure Services Committee recommended that Council approve $160,000 for urgent repairs to Chevis Road to prevent washouts before spring. They also recommended establishing a standing delegation for the Community Voices Committee regarding the Dean Lake Bridge closure, and providing responses to community questions about the bridge. Other recommendations included suspending a backhoe purchase for a year, participating in a joint tender for materials, and approving a used vehicle purchase up to $25,000.

• Chevis Road repairs: $160,000 upset limit, expedited via quotes
• Dean Lake Bridge: standing delegation for Community Voices Committee
• Backhoe purchase suspended for another year, maintenance budget increase
• Used vehicle for Facilities and Recreation Labourer: up to $25,000
• 2025 Asset Management Plan recommended for Council approval

Special Meeting

Council appointed Councillor Jane Armstrong as Mayor effective February 12, 2025, after the previous mayor's seat was declared vacant on January 15. The corresponding Ward 3 & 4 council seat was declared vacant, and the clerk was directed to fill it. Council also reviewed a draft strategic plan presented by Sierra Group, covering priorities such as community infrastructure, economic development, and service excellence.

• Appointment of Councillor Jane Armstrong as Mayor effective February 12, 2025
• Declaration of vacancy for Ward 3 & 4 council seat effective February 12, 2025
• Review of draft Strategic Plan with priorities: Community Infrastructure, Economic Development, Healthy Community, Service Excellence
• Council provided feedback to Sierra Group for final draft of the Strategic Plan

Special Meeting

At this special meeting, Council passed two resolutions to address recent vacancies. The office of Mayor, declared vacant on Jan 15, will be filled by appointing a sitting member at a special meeting on Jan 29. Following that, the remaining council seat will be filled by appointment after a public call for expressions of interest, with interviews scheduled for March 5.

• Resolution 25-03-01: direct appointment of a sitting councillor to the Mayor vacancy at Jan 29 special meeting
• Resolution 25-03-02: after Mayor appointment, declare second seat vacant and issue public call for expressions of interest
• Councillor Armstrong expressed interest in the Mayor position
• Special meeting on March 5 for qualified applicants to present qualifications
• Deputy Mayor chaired the meeting in absence of the Mayor

Special Public Meeting

The Municipality of Huron Shores is holding a special public meeting to consider a zoning amendment application. The meeting focuses on a request to allow specific structures on a property at 363 Tait Road.

• Zoning Amendment File No. 2024-Z-11 to permit an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and a sleep cabin at 363 Tait Road

Regular Meeting

Council heard delegations from residents concerned about the Dean Lake Bridge closure, then passed a motion authorizing Kresin Engineering to conduct a detailed inspection and evaluate repair or replacement options. Council also received an Integrity Commissioner report on Councillor Mulligan's conduct, adopted a new fees and charges by-law, approved a site-specific zoning amendment at 363 Tait Road, and declared vacancies for the offices of Mayor and Ward 1 Councillor following resignations.

• Motion to proceed with detailed inspection of Dean Lake Bridge (Kresin Engineering) and evaluate five long-term options including removal or replacement
• Integrity Commissioner report regarding Councillor Roger Mulligan received and posted on municipal website
• Site-specific zoning amendment (By-law #25-05) at 363 Tait Road to permit an accessory dwelling unit and sleep cabin
• By-law #24-58 adopted to prescribe a new tariff of fees for municipal services
• Declared vacancies for Mayor (effective Jan 8) and Ward 1 Councillor (effective Jan 13) due to resignations; special meeting set for Jan 22