Kincardine public meetings in 2025

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will meet electronically to approve minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting, accept accounts for payment, and discuss outstanding business including the need for a new board member.

• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of accounts for payment
• Discussion on need for new BIA board member
• Downtown Development Manager Report
• Council Update

The Kincardine BIA Board adopted the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the December 2025 financial accounts as presented. The meeting was formally adjourned at 9:21 AM. A board vacancy was noted, with the municipality planning to post the position in the new year.

• Adopted November 18, 2025 minutes (Resolution #12/16/25 BIA‑01) – Carried
• Accepted December 2025 accounts for payment (Resolution #12/16/25 BIA‑02) – Carried
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:21 AM (Resolution #12/16/25 BIA‑03) – Carried

Council Meeting

Council will vote on a 2026 budget with a 6.39% tax levy increase and a $17.79 million capital budget. The agenda includes motions to increase hospital foundation funding to $600,000 and remove several staffing and project items from the budget.

• 2026 Budget Estimates with 6.39% tax levy increase
• Motion to increase hospital foundation contribution to $600,000
• Motion to remove CAO recruitment and reunion costs from operating budget
• Motion to remove new staffing positions (Planning Manager, Vactor Operator)
• Motion to remove Project 9654 - Beach Access Points from budget

The council approved the Municipality’s participation in the Westario Power share purchase agreement. It also approved the Chief Administrative Officer job description and amended the 2026 budget estimates, including the BASWR budget. Additionally, the council increased the reserve fund contribution to $600,000 and made several staffing and project adjustments.

• Approved Westario Power share purchase transaction (Carried)
• Approved Chief Administrative Officer job description (Carried)
• Amended 2026 budget estimates (Resolution #12/10/25-04) (Carried)
• Approved 2026 BASWR budget (Resolution #12/10/25-05) (Carried)
• Increased reserve fund contribution to $600,000 (8‑yes, 1‑no) (Carried)
• Removed Project 9654 – Beach Access Points from 2026 budget (Carried)
• Removed Planning and Development Manager position from 2026 budget (Carried)
• Vactor Lead Hand/Outside Maintainer position removal defeated (Defeated)

Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee

The Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee will adopt the minutes from October 7, 2025, and receive updates on the Saugeen Shores health‑care review, the committee’s overall update to Council, and the Hawthorne Community Health Clinic space needs. It will then enter a closed session to consider a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction for negotiations related to the Physician Recruitment Program and Locum House Agreements. The committee will direct staff to provide Council with the presented update.

• Adopt minutes dated October 7, 2025 as presented
• Receive delegation from Saugeen Shores on its Municipal Healthcare Administrative Review
• Review Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee update to Council (including strategic initiatives and recruitment recommendations)
• Verbal update on Hawthorne Community Health Clinic space needs assessment
• Closed session to set negotiation criteria for the Physician Recruitment Program and Locum House Agreements

The Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee approved the minutes from October 7, 2025. It instructed staff to deliver the Primary Healthcare update to Council. The committee entered a closed session to discuss physician recruitment and locum house agreements. The meeting was adjourned at 2:24 p.m.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (Resolution #12/08/25 PHC-01) – Carried
• Directed staff to provide Council with the Primary Healthcare update (Resolution #12/08/25 PHC-02) – Carried
• Moved into closed session to consider recruitment and locum agreements (Resolution #12/08/25 PHC-03) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 2:24 p.m. (Resolution #12/08/25 PHC-04) – Carried

Special Council Meeting

Kincardine Council holds a special meeting to decide on zoning amendments for two residential projects (Small Meadows at 440 Kincardine Ave and VonCardinal at 98 King St) and a property sale at 543 Bervie Sideroad. Council will also vote on 2026 building fees and discuss a lease matter in closed session.

• Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2025-026 for Small Meadows Community (440 Kincardine Ave)
• Official Plan Amendment L-2025-003 and Zoning By-law Amendment Z-2024-070 for VonCardinal (98 King St)
• Agreement of Purchase and Sale for 543 Bervie Sideroad property
• 2026 Building Rates and Fees Amending By-law (Development Services-2025-28)
• Closed session to discuss WE Thompson Lease

The council adopted an Official Plan amendment (L-2025-003) and a related zoning by‑law amendment for 98 King Street. It also approved additional by‑laws covering a 64‑unit residential project, updates to building rates and fees, a road purchase agreement, and a lease with Bruce Power. All items were carried.

• Adopt Official Plan Amendment L-2025-003 (Resolution #12/03/25-01) – Carried
• Approve Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2024‑070 (Resolution #12/03/25-02) – Carried
• Pass OPA #5 By‑law No. 2025‑153 (Resolution #12/03/25-03) – Carried
• Pass Amendment to Zoning By‑law 2025‑052 (By‑law No. 2025‑154) (Resolution #12/03/25-04) – Carried
• Approve Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2025‑026 for Small Homes Communities (Resolution #12/03/25-05) – Carried
• Pass Amendment to Zoning By‑law 2025‑052 for Small Homes Communities (By‑law No. 2025‑155) (Resolution #12/03/25-06) – Carried
• Approve 2026 Rates and Fees By‑law No. 2025‑156 (Resolution #12/03/25-07) – Carried
• Approve 543 Bervie Sideroad Agreement By‑law No. 2025‑157 (Resolution #12/03/25-08) – Carried (Yes 8, No 1)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee will review minutes from November 25, 2025, and consider correspondence regarding Bruce Power and Pickering Nuclear Station. The committee is scheduled to move into closed session to discuss negotiations for a Nuclear Strategy: Bruce C and an OPG Agreement.

• Review minutes from November 25, 2025
• Receive correspondence on Bruce Power hearings
• Receive correspondence on Pickering Nuclear Station refurbishment
• Closed session to discuss Nuclear Strategy: Bruce C
• Closed session to discuss OPG Agreement negotiations

The Nuclear Advisory Ad‑Hoc Committee approved the November 25, 2025 minutes. It approved an amendment to add a closed‑session agenda item on NPX relocation. The committee then moved into closed session to consider positions on OPG agreements, the nuclear strategy, and NPX relocation. The meeting was adjourned at 12:23 p.m.

• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (Resolution #12/03/25 NAAC‑01) – Carried
• Approved amendment to agenda adding NPX Relocation item (Resolution #12/03/25 NAAC‑03) – Carried
• Moved into closed session to consider OPG Agreement, Nuclear Strategy, and NPX Relocation (Resolution #12/03/25 NAAC‑02) – Carried
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:23 p.m. (Resolution #12/03/25 NAAC‑03) – Carried

Recreation Facilities Ad-Hoc Committee

The Recreation Facilities Ad‑Hoc Committee will meet on Dec 2, 2025 to handle routine business, approve the November 4, 2025 minutes, and consider updates on two local facilities. Unfinished business includes a review of the Tiverton Sports Centre and an update on the Davidson Centre. The meeting also includes a land acknowledgement and a disclosure of pecuniary interests.

• Approval of November 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Land Acknowledgement Statement (new format)
• Disclosure of pecuniary interest
• Unfinished Business – Tiverton Sports Centre update
• Unfinished Business – Davidson Centre update

The committee adopted the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It recommended that McCallum Sather prepare Class D cost estimates for the Davidson Centre revised Option 2A and for a new pool (Option 3). The meeting was adjourned at 2:49 p.m.

• Adopted November 4, 2025 minutes – Carried
• Recommended Class D cost estimate for Davidson Centre Option 2A – Carried
• Recommended Class D cost estimate for Davidson Centre Option 3 – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 2:49 p.m. – Carried

CAO Hiring Committee

The CAO Hiring Committee will open with a land acknowledgment, appoint a chair, and delegate clerk duties. It will review the committee's Terms of Reference and may move into a closed session to discuss confidential matters. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Motion to appoint a chair for the CAO Hiring Committee
• Motion to delegate Kim Wingrove as clerk for minute taking
• Review of the CAO Hiring Committee Terms of Reference (By-law 138)
• Motion to enter a closed session under the Municipal Act
• Adoption of meeting minutes

The committee appointed Mike Hinchberger as Chair and delegated Kim Wingrove as Clerk for minute‑taking. The council moved the meeting into a closed session to discuss recruitment matters. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Mike Hinchberger appointed as Chair (carried)
• Kim Wingrove delegated as Clerk for minute‑taking (carried)
• Council moved meeting into closed session (carried)
• Meeting adjourned at 4:27 p.m. (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. It will review a new StopGap Program outline and preliminary drawings for an accessible washroom at Rotary Park. The committee will also consider a proposed trail extension at the south end of Park Street.

• Adopt September 25, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes
• Approve 2026 schedule of Accessibility Advisory Committee meetings
• Review new StopGap Program outline (document attached)
• Review preliminary drawings for the Rotary Park accessible washroom
• Discuss proposed trail extension at the south end of Park Street

The Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted the minutes from its September 25, 2025 meeting after a motion by Josh Easton and a second by Andrea Clarke. The motion was carried. The committee then adjourned the November 27 meeting by a motion from Andrea Clarke, seconded by Josh Easton, which was also carried. No other decisions were made at this meeting.

• Adopted September 25, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned November 27, 2025 meeting (carried)

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will consider a revised IESO municipal support resolution for the Current H2 200 MW hydrogen peaker plant at the Kincardine Energy Lands. It will also hold a public meeting on the 2026 building rates and fees, read the Municipal Drain #22 by‑law for the first and second time, and act on a revised MOU for the Bruce C nuclear project. Additional items include a travel approval for the Director of Infrastructure and a 10‑year park‑land lease for McIntyre Upper Park.

• Public meeting on 2026 Building Rates and Fees amendment (Development Services)
• First and second reading of Municipal Drain #22 By‑law (By‑law No. 2026)
• Adoption of revised IESO support resolution for Current H2 hydrogen peaker plant
• Endorsement of revised MOU with Bruce County and Saugeen Shores for the Bruce C project
• Approval of out‑of‑province travel for the Director of Infrastructure to a road‑safety conference

Council adopted several resolutions, including approval of building permit fees and adoption of a revised Memorandum of Understanding for the Bruce C nuclear project. The council also accepted engineering reports and petitions for Municipal Drain 22, directed staff to prepare a new drainage work plan, and endorsed a sand‑movement permit for Inverhuron Beach. It repealed a prior motion and endorsed an IESO support resolution for a 200 MW hydrogen peaker plant, and directed staff to provide a report on financial forecast limitations.

• Adopted minutes of the Nov 12, 2025 council meeting (Resolution 11/26/25‑01)
• Held a public meeting on building rates and fees (Resolution 11/26/25‑02)
• Approved the building permit fees as presented (Resolution 11/26/25‑03)
• Accepted the Engineer’s Report for Municipal Drain 22 and appointed members of the Court of Revision (Resolution 11/26/25‑04)
• Accepted the petition for drainage works extension MD 22, directed notices and appointed GEI Consultants (Resolution 11/26/25‑05)
• Directed staff to provide a report outlining limitations in the year‑end financial forecast (Resolution 11/26/25‑06)
• Directed staff to prepare the encroachment agreement for 169 B Lake Street (Resolution 11/26/25‑07)
• Approved the revised MOU for the Bruce C nuclear project and authorized the Mayor and Clerk to sign (Resolution 11/26/25‑10)

Special Council Meeting

The council will vote to enter a closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act. The closed session will consider a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction for negotiations related to an OPG Agreement and for negotiations with Crestview Strategies public relations firm. After the closed session, the council will return to the open meeting.

• Motion to move into closed session pursuant to Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act
• Consideration of negotiation guidance for the OPG Agreement
• Consideration of negotiation guidance for Crestview Strategies public relations firm

The council approved a resolution to enter a closed session to receive information on the OPG Agreement and the Crestview Strategies public‑relations firm. The mayor reported that information was provided on both items after the closed session. The council then approved a resolution to adjourn the special meeting.

• Moved into closed session to discuss OPG Agreement and Crestview Strategies (carried)
• Adjourned the special council meeting (carried)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee will approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss negotiations with Ontario Power Generation and a public relations firm in closed session.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Closed session to discuss OPG Agreement negotiations
• Closed session to discuss Crestview Strategies Public Relations Firm negotiations
• Next meeting scheduled for December 3, 2025

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee approved the minutes from the November 5 meeting. It voted to enter a closed session to consider negotiation positions with OPG and Crestview Strategies. The next meeting was scheduled for December 3, 2025 at 10:30 a.m., and the committee adjourned at 2:38 p.m.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (Resolution #11/25/25 NAC‑01) – Carried
• Moved into closed session to discuss OPG and Crestview negotiations (Resolution #11/25/25 NAC‑02) – Carried
• Scheduled next meeting for December 3, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:38 p.m. (Resolution #11/25/25 NAC‑03) – Carried

Heritage Kincardine

The Heritage Kincardine Committee is meeting to review its 2025 workplan and goals. The body will also discuss the 2026 budget and the formation of a social media sub-committee.

• 2025 Workplan and Goals
• Heritage Registry Open House
• Social Media Sub-Committee
• 2026 Budget
• Historic Places Days correspondence

The Heritage Kincardine Committee adopted the minutes from its June 17, 2025 meeting. It then adjourned the meeting. Discussions included moving forward with heritage property designations, forming a social‑media sub‑committee, and noting a $75 reduction in the 2026 Heritage Kincardine budget.

• Adopted June 17, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine Business Improvement Area Board will review post-meeting minutes, financial reports, and a proposed 2026 meeting schedule. The board will also receive updates on downtown development and council matters.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of November 2025 financial accounts
• Approval of 2026 meeting calendar
• Update on 3-hour downtown parking
• Holiday Pop-Up event details at Welcome Centre

The Kincardine BIA Board adopted the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and accepted the accounts for payment as presented. It approved the proposed 2026 meeting calendar. The Board also adjourned the meeting at 10:21 a.m.

• Adopted October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Accepted accounts for payment as prepared (carried)
• Approved 2026 BIA meeting calendar (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:21 a.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will consider adopting a Short-Term Rental Accommodation by-law and approve a one-year extension for waste collection services with Bruce Area Solid Waste Recycling. The meeting also includes public hearings for zoning changes and a request to fund repairs for the downtown speaker system.

• Adoption of Short-Term Rental Accommodation By-law
• Contract extension for waste collection with BASWR
• Public hearing for zoning changes at 308 Penetangore Row
• Budget amendment for downtown speaker system repairs
• Reconsideration of land disposal for Inverhuron lots

Council adopted the Short‑Term Rental Accommodation By‑law (referred) and approved an amendment to add a two‑tier system. It approved a $29,205 budget amendment for the downtown speaker system, extended the waste‑management contract for 2026, and directed an encroachment agreement for properties on Lake and Victoria Streets. The council also repealed two development policies, established a CAO hiring committee, and passed the By‑law Enforcement Officers By‑law.

• Adopt Short‑Term Rental Accommodation By‑law (referred)
• Amend draft STRA by‑law to include a two‑tier system (carried)
• Approve $29,205 budget amendment for downtown speaker system (carried)
• Approve extension of waste‑management contract to Dec 31 2026 (carried)
• Direct staff to prepare encroachment agreement for 129 Lake St. & 64 Victoria St. (carried)
• Repeal policies PD.1.7 Payment in Lieu of Parking and PD.1.8 Viability of Hamlets (carried)
• Establish CAO Hiring Committee and approve its Terms of Reference (carried)
• Pass Appointment By‑law Enforcement Officers By‑law No. 2025‑137 (carried)

Special Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine is holding a special meeting to discuss the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). This discussion will take place in a closed session pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001.

• Closed session discussion regarding CAO recruitment

The council moved the meeting into closed session to consider personal matters related to the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. Council directed staff to proceed with the CAO recruitment process. A by‑law confirming the special council proceedings was adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Moved to closed session for CAO recruitment discussion (carried)
• Confirmed By‑law No. 2025‑136 for the special council proceedings (carried)
• Adjourned the special council meeting at 7:04 p.m. (carried)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee will consider a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Bruce, the Town of Saugeen Shores and the Municipality of Kincardine for the Bruce C Nuclear Project. The Committee will recommend that Council endorse the amended MOU and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign it. The Committee will also provide recommendations on delegation requests and topics for the 2026 ROMA Conference. Additional items include review of a CNSC decision, Ontario’s $1 billion SMR investment, and a closed‑session recommendation.

• Recommend Council endorse and authorize signing of the amended MOU for the Bruce C Nuclear Project
• Recommend staff and Council receive delegation requests and topics for the 2026 ROMA Conference
• Review CNSC Commission decision on OPG’s WWMF facility (attachment)
• Review Ontario’s $1 billion investment to build a Small Modular Reactor (SMR) (attachment)
• Closed‑session recommendation to consider negotiation procedures and related minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the October 1 meeting. It recommended that Council endorse the amended Memorandum of Understanding for the Bruce C nuclear project and authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign it. The committee also agreed to advise staff and Council on delegation requests for the 2026 ROMA conference. After a closed‑session discussion on a public‑relations approach, the meeting was adjourned at 12:07 p.m.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Endorsed Bruce C project MOU and authorized Mayor and Clerk to sign (Carried)
• Recommended staff and Council consider ROMA 2026 delegation requests (Carried)
• Moved into closed session to consider PR‑firm approach (Carried)
• Directed staff on Public Relations Firm – Proposed Approach (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:07 p.m. (Carried)

Recreation Facilities Ad-Hoc Committee

The Recreation Facilities Ad‑Hoc Committee will adopt the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive a presentation on the Davidson Centre from McCallum Sather Consultants. The meeting also includes standard items such as a land acknowledgement, disclosure of pecuniary interests, and setting the next meeting date.

• Adopt September 23, 2025 minutes
• Presentation on Davidson Centre by McCallum Sather Consultants
• Land Acknowledgement Statement
• Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
• Adjournment

The committee adopted the September 23, 2025 minutes. After a presentation of three design options for the Davidson Centre, the committee resolved to have McCallum Sather prepare a Class D cost estimate and obtain preliminary comments from the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority for Option 3. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted September 23, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Recommended McCallum Sather generate Class D cost estimate and obtain SVCA preliminary comments for Option 3 (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:30 p.m. (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine Council will vote on awarding a $920,744 contract for the Station Beach Boardwalk reconstruction and a five-year, $567,880 by-law enforcement contract with Municipal Support Services. The meeting also includes the adoption of a new Records Retention Policy and the renewal of a Source Protection agreement with the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority.

• Station Beach Boardwalk contract awarded to Allen-Hastings Ltd. for $920,744
• By-law enforcement contract renewed with Municipal Support Services for $567,880 over 5 years
• New Records Retention Policy to replace 2019 by-law
• Agreement with Grey Sauble Conservation Authority renewed for Source Protection enforcement
• Community Improvement Plan funding of $20,000 each to two housing developments

Council adopted the October 8, 2025 minutes and approved the award of the Station Beach Boardwalk contract to Allen‑Hastings Ltd. for $920,744, increasing the project budget by $237,000 to $987,000. The council also awarded a $567,880 by‑law enforcement services contract, approved two $20,000 CIP grants, passed local and provincial CSP Agreement by‑laws, approved a service agreement with the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, repealed surplus‑goods and notice‑of‑claims policies, and adopted the Records Retention Policy. All motions were carried.

• Adopted minutes from Oct 8, 2025 meeting (Carried)
• Awarded Station Beach Boardwalk contract to Allen‑Hastings Ltd. for $920,744 and increased budget by $237,000 to $987,000 (Carried)
• Awarded by‑law enforcement services contract to Municipal Support Services for $567,880 (Carried)
• Approved $20,000 grant to 440 Kincardine Avenue and $20,000 grant to 7 Mount Forest Crescent under the 2025 Community Improvement Plan (Carried)
• Approved service agreement with Grey Sauble Conservation Authority for Clean Water Act enforcement (Carried)
• Repealed policies GG.2.9 Surplus Goods and Equipment and GG.3.0 Notice of Claims (Carried)
• Approved Records Retention Policy (Carried)
• Passed Local and Provincial CSP Agreement by‑laws No. 2025‑129 and 2025‑130 (Carried)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board will adopt the September 16, 2025 minutes and review the final draft budget. It will discuss an outstanding 3% levy increase and receive updates on MAT TAX, short‑term rental licensing, council matters, and several economic‑development topics. A financial report will be presented for acceptance.

• Levy increase by 3% (Outstanding Business)
• Final draft budget (New Business)
• Adopt minutes from BIA_Sep16_2025 (Adoption of Minutes)
• Accept financial accounts as presented (Financial Report)
• Bruce C Project presentation and Q&A scheduled for Oct 24

The board adopted the September 16, 2025 minutes. It voted to raise the 2026 levy by 3% and to accept the final draft budget. An emergency meeting was scheduled for Oct. 28 to discuss the Short‑Term Accommodation Licensing by‑law. The financial accounts were accepted as presented.

• Adopted September 16, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Increased 2026 levy by 3% (carried)
• Accepted final draft budget (carried)
• Scheduled emergency meeting on Oct. 28 for Short‑Term Accommodation Licensing (carried)
• Accepted accounts for payment as prepared (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:30 AM (carried)

Council Meeting

The council will discuss adding a new intake pipe to the Kincardine water system and negotiate a cost‑sharing agreement with Bruce Power. It will also review a community safety zone update, options for a SMART transit vehicle lease or purchase, and a municipal support resolution for a hydrogen peaker plant. Additional items include tax reduction applications under the Municipal Act and amendments to parkland and by‑law enforcement officer by‑laws.

• Bruce Power water supply intake replacement and cost‑sharing proposal
• KTTPS Community Safety Zone application update
• SMART Mobility agreement options (lease vs purchase) for a new transit vehicle
• Endorse IESO municipal support resolution for Current H2 200 MW hydrogen peaker plant
• Approve Municipal Act S357/358 tax reduction applications totaling $22,867.15 (municipal share $11,628.45)

The council supported an addendum to the 2024 Environmental Assessment for the Kincardine water‑supply system to include a new intake pipe and directed staff to negotiate a cost‑sharing agreement with Bruce Power. It also selected the lease option for the SMART Mobility agreement, endorsed an IESO support resolution for a 200 MW hydrogen peaker plant, approved $22,867.15 in municipal tax write‑off applications, and passed two by‑laws on parkland dedication and appointment of enforcement officers. The consent agenda and a closed‑session were also approved.

• Supported addendum to water‑supply intake pipe and directed staff to negotiate cost‑sharing with Bruce Power (Carried)
• Selected SMART Mobility Option #1 Lease and directed staff to draft by‑law (Carried)
• Endorsed IESO municipal support resolution for 200 MW hydrogen peaker plant and directed execution of Letter of Intent (Carried)
• Approved municipal tax write‑off applications totaling $22,867.15 (Carried)
• Passed Parkland Dedication Amendment (2) By‑law No. 2025‑126 (Carried)
• Passed Appointment By‑law Enforcement Officers (Municipal Support Services Inc.) By‑law No. 2025‑127 (Carried)
• Approved consent agenda recommendations and directed administrative actions (Carried)
• Moved into closed session to consider confidential matters (Carried)

Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee

The Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee will review the Physician Recruitment and Retention Program financials. It will consider a recommendation to include funding for the program in the 2026 Mayor's Municipal Budget. A closed session will discuss a physician recruitment incentive package, a locum house agreement, and a contribution from the Township of Huron‑Kinloss. The committee will adopt the September 2, 2025 minutes and receive delegations from local health groups.

• Review of Physician Recruitment and Retention Program Financial Review 2025 (attachment)
• Recommendation to allocate funds (amount blank) to the Recruitment and Retention Program in the 2026 Mayor's Budget
• Closed session to discuss Physician Recruitment Incentive Package, Locum House Agreement, and Township of Huron‑Kinloss Contribution
• Adoption of minutes dated September 2, 2025
• Delegations from Kincardine Family Health Team, Kincardine ER Physicians Group, and Ontario Health Regional Advisor

The Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee adopted its September 2 2025 minutes and approved the August 5 2025 closed‑session minutes. It maintained the recruitment, ER support, turnkey clinic and incentive package components of the Physician Recruitment and Retention Program, eliminated Nurse Practitioner Support, added a one‑time $5,000 Rural Residency Western grant, and amended Locum House accommodations to a cost‑recovery rent basis. The committee also recommended drafting a report of these recommendations for the 2026 mayor’s budget.

• Adopted September 2 2025 committee minutes (Carried)
• Approved August 5 2025 closed‑session minutes (Carried)
• Maintained recruitment, ER support, turnkey clinic, and incentive package components of the Physician Recruitment and Retention Program
• Eliminated Nurse Practitioner Support from the program
• Added new $5,000 one‑time Rural Residency Western education grant
• Amended Locum House accommodations to a cost‑recovery rent basis
• Recommended drafting a report of these recommendations for the 2026 mayor’s budget

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad‑Hoc Committee will adopt the September 3, 2025 minutes and hear a brief introduction from GHD on the Bruce C workforce and socio‑economic study. It will review correspondence including the IAAC project charter and a municipal letter of support for a grant. The committee will then enter a closed session to consider positions, plans, procedures or instructions for upcoming negotiations on the nuclear strategy update, the OPG agreement, and a public‑relations firm. The meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Adopt minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting
• Introduction by Greg Ferraro (GHD) on the Bruce C workforce and socio‑economic study
• Review IAAC Project Charter outlining Bruce C assessment timelines
• Letter of support for Southern Ontario Isotope Coalition grant proposal
• Closed session to consider negotiation positions for nuclear strategy update, OPG agreement, and public‑relations firm

The committee approved the September 3, 2025 minutes. In closed session it gave direction on the Nuclear Strategy Update, the OPG Agreement, and the selection of a public‑relations firm. The meeting was adjourned at 12:21 p.m.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Provided direction on Nuclear Strategy Update (closed session)
• Provided direction on OPG Agreement (closed session)
• Provided direction on Public Relations Firm (closed session)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:21 p.m. (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt the minutes from its August 28, 2025 meeting and review a site plan for a proposed development. The meeting will also include correspondence from the SMART Board.

• Adoption of August 28, 2025 minutes
• Review of a site plan for a proposed development
• Correspondence from SMART Board meetings
• Discussion of the 2026 meeting calendar
• Volunteer Appreciation Event scheduled for October 1, 2025

The Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Miranda Graham and a second by Bruce Edwards; the motion was carried. The committee then adjourned the September 25, 2025 meeting at 4:55 p.m. after a motion by Miranda Graham and a second by Andrea Clarke; the motion was carried. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Adopted August 28, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes (moved by Miranda Graham, seconded by Bruce Edwards) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 4:55 p.m. (moved by Miranda Graham, seconded by Andrea Clarke) – Carried

Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine Council will review proposed service rates and fees for 2026 and an update to the Asset Management Plan. The meeting includes presentations on bicycle infrastructure and traffic calming on Victoria Street North.

• Proposed 1.7% economic increase for 2026 Consolidated Rates and Fees
• Kincardine Yacht Club Agreement (2025) By-law
• Appointment of Luke Bedard as Director of Community Services
• Request for staff travel to a physician recruitment expo in Winnipeg, Manitoba
• Traffic calming review presentation for Victoria Street North

The council adopted the September 10 minutes and received the 2025 Asset Management Plan Addendum for information. It approved the proposed 2026 Consolidated Rates and Fees Schedule, authorized travel for physician recruitment, and passed three by‑laws (Yacht Club Agreement, Director of Community Services appointment, and 2026 Rates and Fees). The consent agenda was approved and the meeting moved into closed session before adjourning at 8:44 p.m.

• Adopted September 10, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Received 2025 Asset Management Plan Addendum for information (Carried)
• Approved 2026 Consolidated Rates and Fees Schedule (Carried)
• Approved travel for physician recruitment expo (Carried)
• Passed Kincardine Yacht Club Agreement By‑law No. 2025‑122 (Carried)
• Passed Luke Bedard Director of Community Services Appointment By‑law No. 2025‑123 (Carried)
• Passed 2026 Rates and Fees By‑law No. 2025‑124 (Carried)
• Approved consent agenda recommendations (Carried)

Recreation Facilities Ad-Hoc Committee

The Recreation Facilities Ad‑Hoc Committee will hear consultants present preliminary concepts and functional program reviews for the Davidson Centre and the Tiverton Sports Centre. It will also consider the Accessibility Advisory Committee's signage strategy resolution and a recommendation to include an amount in the 2026 Mayor's Budget. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the August 14, 2025 minutes.

• Consultants present preliminary concepts and functional program review for Davidson Centre
• Consultants present preliminary concepts and functional program review for Tiverton Sports Centre
• Consideration of Accessibility Advisory Committee signage strategy resolution
• Recommendation to include an unspecified amount in the 2026 Mayor's Municipal Budget
• Approval of the Recreation Facilities Ad‑Hoc Committee minutes from August 14, 2025

The committee adopted the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It passed a resolution recommending that staff include funds to continue recreation projects and community engagement in the 2026 Mayor's Municipal Budget. The meeting was formally adjourned. The committee also received a recommendation from the Accessibility Advisory Committee for a signage strategy, noted for future consideration.

• Approved adoption of August 14, 2025 minutes (Resolution #09/23/25 RFC-01)
• Recommended inclusion of recreation project funding in the 2026 Mayor's Budget (Resolution #09/23/25 RFC-02)
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:51 p.m. (Resolution #09/23/25 RFC-03)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will meet on September 16, 2025. The agenda includes adoption of the August 19 minutes, updates on MAT and short‑term accommodation licensing and the Blue Box transition, several reports, and a discussion of the 2026 budget. The board will consider budget planning and related topics during the meeting.

• Adopt minutes from the August 19, 2025 BIA meeting
• MAT and short‑term accommodation licensing update (September 2025)
• Blue Box transition clarification
• Downtown Development Manager September 2025 report
• Discussion of the 2026 BIA budget planning

The board approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It authorized a follow‑up meeting on the Municipal Accommodation Tax and Short‑Term Accommodations licensing. Members voted to return the $100,000 raised for the Queen Street Parkette and to discontinue the project. The financial accounts were accepted and the meeting adjourned at 10:12 a.m.

• Adopted August 19, 2025 BIA meeting minutes (carried)
• Approved scheduling a meeting to discuss next steps on MAT and STA (carried)
• Returned $100,000 and discontinued the Queen Street Parkette project (carried)
• Accepted the Accounts for Payment as prepared (carried)
• Adjourned the board meeting at 10:12 a.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will vote on a 15‑year fire‑dispatch services agreement with St. Catharines that is expected to save $15,000‑$16,000 per year. The meeting also includes decisions on options for a Municipal Accommodation Tax and Short‑Term Rental Licensing, approval of a water‑supply expansion at 3194 Bruce Road 15, and adoption of several by‑law and partnership agreements.

• Authorize a 15‑year fire dispatch contract with St. Catharines Dispatch Services, estimated $220,000‑$230,000 savings over the term
• Direct staff to proceed with options for the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) and Short‑Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) licensing
• Issue Notice of Expansion for the Tiverton Water Supply System and proceed with the preferred solution at 3194 Bruce Road 15 (Inverhuron Park)
• Adopt updated Seasonal Patio By‑law and repeal By‑law 2021‑069
• Approve Canadian Tire Jumpstart grant, increase park project budget to $750,000 with $350,000 contribution

The council authorized a 15‑year fire dispatch contract with St. Catharines Dispatch Services. It directed staff to adopt Option 2 for short‑term rental licensing and Option 6 for the municipal accommodation tax, each passing 5‑3. Council approved the Tiverton Water Supply expansion at 3194 Bruce Road 15 with a 6‑1 vote and adopted several policy updates, a new seasonal patio by‑law, and a $750,000 Canadian Tire Jumpstart grant. It also supported a grant for up to eight wood carvings from ash trees, budgeting up to $15,000.

• Approved 15‑year fire dispatch services agreement with St. Catharines (Carried)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 2 for Short‑Term Rental Licensing (Yes 5, No 3)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 6 for Municipal Accommodation Tax (Yes 5, No 3)
• Approved Tiverton Water Supply expansion at 3194 Bruce Road 15 (Yes 6, No 1)
• Repealed several infrastructure policies and approved new encroachment and shoreline erosion policies (Carried)
• Adopted updated Seasonal Patio By‑law and repealed By‑law 2021‑069 (Carried)
• Approved Canadian Tire Jumpstart Accessible Infrastructure Grant, increasing project cost to $750,000 (Carried)
• Supported grant applications for wood carvings from ash trees, up to $15,000 (Carried)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the Final Integrated Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines for Bruce C. The body will also review reports and updates from OPG and Bruce Power.

• Final Integrated Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines – Bruce C, Nuclear Strategy-2025-14
• OPG 2024 Annual Report review regarding Bruce Nuclear Generating Station property taxation
• Bruce Power local population survey for residents within 10km of the site
• Announcement of new isotope production system for Unit 6 at Bruce Power
• Closed session to discuss negotiations regarding Nuclear Strategy and Bruce C

The Nuclear Advisory Ad‑Hoc Committee adopted the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It moved into a closed session to consider the closed‑session minutes and provide direction on the nuclear strategy. The closed‑session minutes were approved and the committee gave direction on the Nuclear Strategy (Bruce C). The meeting was adjourned at 3:05 p.m.

• Adopted August 11, 2025 minutes (Resolution #09/03/25 NAAC‑01) – Carried
• Moved into closed session to consider closed‑session minutes and nuclear strategy (Resolution #09/03/25 NAAC‑02) – Carried
• Approved closed‑session minutes dated August 11, 2025 – Carried
• Provided direction on the Nuclear Strategy: Bruce C – Carried
• Provided direction on the Nuclear Strategy (general) – Carried
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:05 p.m. (Resolution #09/03/25 NAAC‑03) – Carried

Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee

The Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to receive input on a physician recruitment and retention program. Five delegations will present answers to questions developed by the committee during its August 5 meeting.

• Presentation by Family Health Organization (Dr. Angela Cavanagh)
• Presentation by South Bruce Grey Health Centre - Kincardine Hospital (Dr. Mike Ballentine)
• Presentation by Grey Bruce Ontario Health Team (Lindsay Johnston ED)
• Presentation by Resident Physician (Dr. Albert Luu)
• Presentation by Bruce Power (John Peevers)

The Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting (moved by Rory Cavanagh, seconded by Stellina Williams) and the motion carried. The committee then adjourned at 4:36 p.m. (moved by Stellina Williams, seconded by Rory Cavanagh) and the motion carried. No other motions were taken; the meeting consisted of presentations and discussion on physician recruitment and retention.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:36 p.m. (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the proposed budget for 2026. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting.

• 2026 Proposed Budget
• Adoption of June 26, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee adopted the June 26 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended that the municipality create an overall signage strategy for all facilities, a recommendation that was carried. The committee approved its proposed 2026 budget of $3,000. It also recommended that an accessible washroom at Rotary Park be treated as a priority in the Mayor’s 2026 municipal budget.

• Adopt June 26 2025 AAC minutes – Carried
• Recommend municipality develop an overall signage strategy for 2026 – Carried
• Recommend approval of the 2026 AAC budget of $3,000 – Carried
• Recommend an accessible washroom in Rotary Park be a priority in the 2026 municipal budget – Carried

Council Meeting

Council approved a motion to support the Bluewater District School Board in accelerating the proposed senior school, directing staff to advocate with the board and the Province of Ontario and to prioritize related applications. The motion will be entered in the Council Priority Resolution matrix with an expected completion date of October 26, 2026. The meeting also included staff updates on a Municipal Accommodation Tax and Short‑Term Rental Accommodation licensing, and the adoption of several by‑laws.

• Motion to support and prioritize the new senior school project (Bluewater District School Board)
• Staff report seeking council direction on implementation options for a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) and Short‑Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) licensing
• Adoption of the Ice Allocation Policy for the 2025‑2026 ice season
• Replacement of the 1999 Key Loan‑Out Policy with an updated version for Underwood Community Centre and Armow Women’s Institute
• Approval of the Privacy Policy and repeal of the previous Privacy Protocol Guidelines

Council approved several new policies and by‑laws, including the Ice Allocation Policy, Key Loan‑Out Policy, Recreation Facility Banner Policy, Parks By‑law Ad‑Hoc Committee terms, Privacy Policy, and the Serve Inform Engage Communications Policy. It also passed a motion supporting the Bluewater District School Board’s proposed senior school and directed staff to prioritize the project. All listed by‑laws were read three times and formally adopted, and the consent agenda and closed‑session items were approved.

• Approved Ice Allocation Policy for the 2025‑2026 ice season (Resolution 08/27/25‑02)
• Repealed GG.3.2 Key Loan‑Out Policy and approved updated FAC.04 Key Loan‑Out Policy (Resolution 08/27/25‑03)
• Approved Recreation Facility Banner Policy (Resolution 08/27/25‑04)
• Approved Parks By‑law Ad‑Hoc Committee Terms of Reference and appointed Councillors Blackwell, Hinchberger and Steinhoff‑Gray (Resolution 08/27/25‑05)
• Approved draft Privacy Policy and repealed the Privacy Protocol Guidelines (Resolution 08/27/25‑06)
• Approved the Serve Inform Engage Communications Policy and framework (Resolution 08/27/25‑07)
• Supported the Bluewater District School Board’s new senior school, directing staff to advocate and prioritize the project (Resolution 08/27/25‑08)
• Read and passed multiple by‑laws (Ice Allocation, Key Loan‑Out, Recreation Banner, Parks Committee, Privacy, Public Communications) numbered 2025‑106 to 2025‑111 (Resolutions 08/27/25‑10 & 08/27/25‑11)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will review reports from the Downtown Development Manager and the Executive. The board will discuss business forum feedback, marketing workshops, and parking notices for Harbour Street.

• Expressions of Interest for leasing and developing garage bays at the former Fire Hall (707 Queen Street)
• Harbour Street parking notice to businesses
• MAT and STRA licensing information
• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of August 2025 financial accounts for payment

The Kincardine BIA Board approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-01). It accepted the presented accounts for payment (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-02). The board then adjourned the meeting at 10:00 am (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-03). No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-01)
• Accepted accounts for payment (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-02)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:00 am (Resolution #08/12/25 KBIA-03)

Recreation Facilities Ad-Hoc Committee

The Recreation Facilities Ad-Hoc Committee will review its Terms of Reference and an architectural feasibility study. A consultant will provide presentations regarding the Davidson Centre and the Tiverton Sports Centre.

• Review of Recreation Facility Ad Hoc Committee Terms of Reference
• Architectural Feasibility Study for Davidson Centre and Tiverton Sport Centre
• Consultant presentation on the Davidson Centre
• Consultant presentation on the Tiverton Sports Centre

The Recreation Facilities Ad‑Hoc Committee approved a resolution appointing Councillor Beth Blackwell as Vice Chair. The committee also passed a resolution to adjourn the meeting at 11:12 a.m. Discussions were held on feasibility studies for the Davidson Centre and Tiverton Sports Centre and on possible budget needs for 2026, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Appointed Beth Blackwell as Vice Chair (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:12 a.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Council will receive a BuildingIN housing report for information and consider several by-law motions. The council will vote to remove holding provisions at 26 Parkwood Rd and 120 Farrell Drive, adopt the 2025 Parks By-law, approve a $100,000 budget amendment for the Seashore Playground, and approve agreements with Knox Presbyterian Church and Huron‑Kinloss for recreation services. Additional items include declaring the western portion of 543 Bervie Sideroad surplus and reconsidering a prior Inverhuron lots resolution.

• Removal of Holding ‘H1’ provision at 26 Parkwood Rd (by-law)
• Removal of Holding ‘H1’ and ‘H36’ provisions at 120 Farrell Drive (by-law)
• Adoption of Parks By-law 2025
• $100,000 amendment to the 2025 Capital Budget for Seashore Playground (Project P068)
• Declaration of western portion of 543 Bervie Sideroad as surplus land

Council adopted the July 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It received the BuildingIN housing barriers report for information. The council passed several bylaws—including removal of holding provisions at 26 Parkwood Rd and 120 Farrell Dr, a 5‑plus‑5‑year lease with Knox Presbyterian Church, and a joint recreation cost‑sharing agreement with Huron‑Kinloss—and approved a $100,000 budget amendment for the Seashore Playground project. Council declared the western portion of the 543 Bervie Sideroad lands surplus, directing staff to sell it (vote 8‑1), while deferring the Parks By‑law pending committee recommendations.

• Adopted July 23, 2025 council minutes (Carried)
• Received BuildingIN housing barriers report (Carried)
• Passed Holding Removal By‑law for 26 Parkwood Rd (Carried)
• Passed Holding Removal By‑law for 120 Farrell Dr (Carried)
• Approved $100,000 Seashore Playground budget amendment (Carried)
• Approved 5‑plus‑5‑year lease with Knox Presbyterian Church (Carried)
• Approved 5‑plus‑5‑year joint recreation cost‑sharing agreement with Huron‑Kinloss (Carried)
• Declared 543 Bervie Sideroad western lands surplus; directed disposal (Yes 8, No 1) (Carried)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee will adopt the July 14, 2025 minutes and hear a recap of a meeting with the CNSC President. It will review an AMO delegation with the Ministry of Energy and Mines, a case study on declining tax revenue from the Bruce Nuclear Generating Station, and former host community agreements. The meeting will then move to a closed session to consider positions, plans, and criteria for nuclear strategy negotiations on municipal capacity funding and host agreements. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2025.

• Adopt July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recap of meeting with CNSC President
• Review of AMO delegation with Ministry of Energy and Mines
• Case study on declining municipal tax revenue from Bruce Nuclear Generating Station
• Closed session to consider nuclear strategy positions on funding and host agreements

Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee

The Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee will enter a closed session to set positions, plans, procedures, criteria, or instructions for negotiations on physician incentive programs and locum houses. After the closed session, the committee will continue reviewing the Physician Recruitment and Retention Program, discuss its vision and actions, and plan how to gather community input for recommendations. The meeting also includes adoption of July 8 minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Closed session to consider position on physician incentive negotiations
• Closed session to consider position on locum house negotiations
• Review of Physician Recruitment and Retention Program (continued)
• Discussion of vision, goals, and actions for the recruitment program
• Planning engagement to obtain input for program recommendations

The committee approved the minutes from July 8, 2025. It then moved into a closed session to consider physician incentives and locum houses, as authorized by the Municipal Act. In the closed session, the committee approved the July 8 closed‑session minutes and reported that negotiations on physician incentives and locum houses were for information only. The meeting was adjourned at 4:38 p.m.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Moved into closed session to consider physician incentives and locum houses (carried)
• Approved closed‑session minutes dated July 8, 2025 (carried)
• Reported physician incentives negotiations were for information only
• Reported locum houses negotiations were for information only
• Adjourned meeting at 4:38 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will consider and vote on four by-laws: a Gary Street Area Specific Development Charges reserve fund, an appointment of a new drainage superintendent, an amendment to the procedural by-law, and the appointment of by-law enforcement officers. Delegations will present on the 2026 International Plowing Match, the Kincardine Airport Village proposal, and a proposed hydrogen peaking plant. A closed‑session will address a possible land acquisition at Block 14 Birchwood. Routine items on the consent agenda will be approved as a matter arising.

• Gary Street ASDC Reserve Fund By-law (By-law No. 2025‑095)
• Appoint Drainage Superintendent By-law (By-law No. 2025‑096)
• Amend Procedural By-law (By-law No. 2025‑097)
• Appoint By-law Enforcement Officers By-law (By-law No. 2025‑098)
• Kincardine Airport Village proposal presentation by Kingsbridge Farms Ltd.

The council adopted the minutes from the July 9 meeting and approved an exemption to allow 10‑minute delegations. Four by‑laws were read a third time and passed: Gary Street ASDC Reserve Fund (By‑law 2025‑095), Drainage Superintendent (By‑law 2025‑096), Procedural By‑law amendment (By‑law 2025‑097) and By‑law Enforcement Officers (By‑law 2025‑098). The consent agenda was approved and the meeting moved into closed session before adjourning at 6:39 p.m.

• Adopted minutes of July 9, 2025 council meeting – Carried
• Approved 10‑minute delegation exemption – Carried
• Passed Gary Street ASDC Reserve Fund By‑law No. 2025‑095 – Carried
• Passed Drainage Superintendent By‑law No. 2025‑096 – Carried
• Passed Procedural By‑law Amendment No. 2025‑097 – Carried
• Passed By‑law Enforcement Officers By‑law No. 2025‑098 – Carried
• Approved consent agenda recommendations – Carried
• Moved into closed session to consider minutes and Birchwood Block 14 – Carried

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management met on July 15, 2025. The board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The board accepted the July 2025 financial accounts as presented. The meeting adjourned at 9:58 AM.

• Adopt June 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accept July 2025 financial report
• Executive update motion carried on 2026 planning and mayor meeting
• Downtown Development Manager presented updates and reports
• Economic Development request for promotion of Business Forum

The board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It passed a resolution requesting staff investigate extra refuse containers in the downtown core. The accounts for payment were accepted as presented, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:58 AM.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Requested staff investigate extra refuse containers in downtown core (Carried)
• Accepted Accounts for Payment as prepared (Carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:58 AM (Carried)

Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee will review its Terms of Reference. It will then enter a closed session under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act to consider a position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction for any nuclear negotiations on behalf of the municipality (the Nuclear Strategy). The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Review Terms of Reference
• Closed session to consider nuclear strategy position, plan, procedure, criteria, or instruction
• Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
• Land Acknowledgement Statement
• Adjournment

The Nuclear Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee appointed Mayor Kenneth Craig as Chair of the Nuclear Strategy Committee. The committee voted to move into a closed session to discuss nuclear strategy negotiations. The meeting was adjourned at 4:35 p.m. All three resolutions were carried.

• Appointed Mayor Kenneth Craig as Chair of the Nuclear Strategy Committee (carried)
• Moved into closed session to consider nuclear strategy negotiations (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:35 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

Council is discussing the Bruce C Nuclear Project, including the creation of a Nuclear Advisory Ad Hoc Committee and submissions to federal agencies. The meeting also covers a transition plan for Blue Box recycling and a $100,000 sewer project in Tiverton.

• Proposed $100,000 budget amendment for Maple Street Lift Station Tiverton connection
• Two options for Blue Box recycling transition affecting non-eligible sources by January 1, 2026
• Establishment of a Nuclear Advisory Ad Hoc Committee for the Bruce C Project
• Approval of Area-Specific Development Charges Background Study for Gary Street Lands
• Review of Kincardine Municipal Airport operations regarding Ornge/Medevac services

The council adopted a resolution to expand Blue Box services, close several recycling depots, add new drop‑off hours, and introduce weight‑based fees for non‑eligible sources starting Jan. 1, 2026. The changes will be funded through the 2026 by‑law and require Ministry approval. Other actions included directing staff to prepare an airport operations RFP, approving a $100,000 capital budget amendment for a Tiverton lift station, and endorsing nuclear project submissions.

• Blue Box Services expansion and fee changes approved (Carried)
• Staff directed to develop RFP for public‑private partnership for airport maintenance (Carried)
• Amendment to 2025 Capital Budget – $100,000 for Tiverton lift station approved (Carried)
• Municipality’s submissions on nuclear project endorsed and to be filed (Carried)
• Nuclear Advisory Ad Hoc Committee Terms of Reference approved; Mayor Craig, Councillor Stewart and Councillor Cavanagh appointed (Carried)
• Procedural By‑law amendment directive passed (6‑3)
• Council moved into closed session for Item 9 (Carried)
• Adoption of June 25, 2025 council minutes (Carried)

Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee

The Primary Healthcare Ad-Hoc Committee will review its Terms of Reference and the current state of the physician recruitment and retention program. Members will discuss the program's vision and identify stakeholders for future recommendations.

• Review of Physician Recruitment and Retention Program and budget
• Review of Committee Terms of Reference
• Closed session regarding physician incentives
• Closed session regarding locum houses

The committee appointed Mayor Kenneth Craig as its chair. It approved a resolution to move into a closed session to consider locum houses. It also approved adjournment at 5:43 p.m.; other items were deferred to the next meeting.

• Mayor Kenneth Craig appointed as Chair (carried)
• Resolution #07/08/25 PHC-01 to enter closed session on locum houses (carried)
• Resolution #07/08/25 PHC-02 to adjourn at 5:43 p.m. (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will meet electronically to discuss proposed accessibility concepts. Mike DiGiovanni will present plans for a playground in the Seashore Subdivision and a new customer service counter at the Davidson Centre.

• Proposed playground concept for the Seashore Subdivision
• Proposed customer service counter at the Davidson Centre

The committee adopted the May 29, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes (carried). Members reviewed the Seashore Playground proposal and recorded a list of accessibility recommendations, but no formal decision was made. By consensus the committee chose Option 1 as the preferred design for the new Davidson Centre customer service desk. The meeting was adjourned at 4:40 p.m. (carried).

• Adopted May 29, 2025 AAC minutes – carried
• Preferred Option 1 for Davidson Centre customer service desk – consensus
• Adjourned meeting at 4:40 p.m. – carried

Council Meeting

The council will consider several staff reports, including a $40,000 allocation from the Community Improvement Plan for a downtown pre‑development study, updates to corporate human‑resources policies, and the proposed Core Level of Service for Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services. Council will vote on an amendment to Development Charges By‑law No. 2021‑114 to exempt all classes of child‑care facilities under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014. The meeting will also approve six by‑laws repealing and adopting various corporate policies and establish a Primary Healthcare Ad‑hoc Committee.

• Amend Development Charges By‑law No. 2021‑114 to exempt all classes of child‑care facilities (Child Care and Early Years Act 2014)
• Approve $40,000 from the Community Improvement Plan budget for a Predevelopment Study and Design Program for downtown Kincardine and Tiverton
• Pass by‑laws to repeal and adopt Social Media, IT Acceptable Use, Right to Disconnect, and Winter Storm policies
• Approve the Core Level of Service for Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services as presented in Report Fire Prevention‑2025‑03
• Establish a Primary Healthcare Ad‑hoc Committee and appoint the Mayor, two councillors, and Councillor Cavanagh

The council adopted the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes and approved the use of the remaining $40,000 CIP balance for downtown pre‑development work. It repealed several existing HR policies and adopted new Social Media, IT Acceptable Use, Right‑to‑Disconnect and Winter Storm policies. Council amended Development Charges By‑law 2021‑114 to exempt all classes of child‑care, and passed six related by‑laws. The meeting then moved into closed session for confidential matters.

• Adopted June 11, 2025 council minutes (Carried)
• Approved $40,000 CIP balance for downtown pre‑development study (Carried)
• Repealed and replaced multiple HR policies with new Social Media, IT Acceptable Use, Right‑to‑Disconnect and Winter Storm policies (Carried)
• Approved fire‑service level of service report; by‑law to follow (Carried)
• Amended Development Charges By‑law 2021‑114 to allow a child‑care exemption (Carried)
• Passed six by‑laws: Social Media, IT Acceptable Use, Right‑to‑Disconnect, Winter Storm, repeal of various policies, and Primary Healthcare Ad‑Hoc Committee terms (Carried)
• Approved consent agenda recommendations (Carried)
• Moved into closed session to consider confidential items (Carried)

Dog Muzzle Order Hearing Committee

The Dog Muzzle Order Hearing Committee will hear an appeal of a muzzle order issued on May 15, 2026 for a dog at 11 Stoney Island Crescent. Evidence will be presented by the by‑law enforcement officer, witnesses, and the dog owner. After reviewing the evidence, the committee will vote to confirm, rescind, or modify the order.

• Appeal of Dog Muzzle Order (May 15, 2026) at 11 Stoney Island Crescent
• Review of Dog Control By‑law 24‑159
• Evidence presented by officer, witnesses, and dog owner
• Decision options: confirm, rescind, or modify the order
• Motion to adjourn the meeting

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will meet to review financial reports and the Downtown Development Manager's report. The board will also receive updates on a planned business forum and a volunteer appreciation event.

• Approval of May 20, 2025, meeting minutes
• Kincardine Business Forum scheduled for August 12, 2025, at The Mackenzie Room
• Volunteer Appreciation Event at Davidson Centre on October 1, 2025
• Review and acceptance of June 2025 accounts for payment
• Presentation on Business Retention & Expansion (BR+E) survey findings

The Board approved the May 20 minutes as amended. It passed a resolution to schedule a meeting with the Mayor in August to discuss priorities and budget. The financial accounts were accepted as presented. The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 AM.

• Adopted May 20 minutes (carried)
• Scheduled meeting with the Mayor in August (carried)
• Accepted accounts for payment (carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:02 AM (carried)

Heritage Kincardine

The Heritage Kincardine Committee will hear a presentation on the draft Parks By-law and consider updates to the 2025 workplan, heritage register, and guided walking tours. It will adopt the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting, review the Property Plaque Program, and receive a financial report.

• Presentation of the draft Parks By-law (April 29, 2025 draft)
• Adoption of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Workplan and Goals
• Heritage Register update
• Property Plaque Program

The Heritage Kincardine Committee adopted the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting by a carried resolution moved by Beth Blackwell and seconded by Bill Brown. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:09 p.m. by a carried resolution moved by Cathy Ellis and seconded by Beth Blackwell. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Adopted May 20, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 p.m. (carried)

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will consider several matters, including an amendment to Development Charges By-law No. 2021‑114 to allow an exemption for a child‑care centre. Council will also receive and approve the 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements prepared by KPMG. A proposal to allocate the remaining $40,000 of the 2025 Community Improvement Plan to a Predevelopment Study and Design Program will be voted on. Additional items include a statutory public meeting on the Gary Street Lands development charge study and a public hearing on the Bremont subdivision application.

• Amend Development Charges By-law 2021‑114 to exempt a child‑care centre (motion by Bill Stewart).
• Approve 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements and receive KPMG audit findings.
• Approve use of $40,000 from the Community Improvement Plan for a Predevelopment Study and Design Program.
• Statutory public meeting on the Gary Street Lands Area Specific Development Charge (ASDC) Background Study.
• Receive Draft Plan of Subdivision S‑2024‑012, Local Official Plan Amendment L‑2023‑009 and Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2023‑032 from Bremont (Kincardine) Corporation for information.

The council adopted the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes and moved a matter to the Committee of Adjustment before returning. A statutory public meeting on the Gary Street Lands Area Specific Development Charge study was held, and the study was received with direction to consider a by‑law at the July 9 meeting. The council also received a draft subdivision plan from Bremont Corporation and approved the 2024 financial statements after receiving the KPMG audit report.

• Adopted May 28, 2025 council minutes (Carried)
• Moved matter to Committee of Adjustment and returned to council (Carried)
• Held statutory public meeting on Gary Street Lands ASDC (Carried)
• Received ASDC Background Study and directed by‑law consideration at July 9 meeting (Carried)
• Received Bremont draft subdivision plan and related amendments for information (Carried)
• Approved 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements after receiving audit report (Carried)
• Extended automatic adjournment to 8:30 p.m. (Carried)
• Approved use of remaining $40,000 CIP budget for Predevelopment Study (Referred to Staff)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a request to allow an accessory building in the front yard for a property on Concession 6. The meeting will also include the adoption of minutes from a previous session.

• Adoption of May 14, 2025 minutes
• Minor Variance for 773 Concession 6 (Lettau)
• Public hearing for accessory building variance

The Committee adopted the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a minor variance allowing an accessory building in the front yard of 773 Concession 6. The meeting was adjourned at 5:09 p.m.

• Adopted May 14, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approved minor variance for 773 Concession 6 accessory building (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:09 p.m. (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will adopt minutes from the May 8 meeting and review a draft parks by-law. The group will also discuss Parkwood and Birchwood playgrounds via a council report link.

• Adoption of May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Draft Parks By-law (April 29, 2025)
• Discussion on Parkwood and Birchwood playgrounds
• Review of SMART Minutes from April 25, 2025

The Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It passed a resolution requesting that Council advocate at the federal level for a separate Ministry of Accessibility. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

• Adopted May 8, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes (moved by Miranda Graham, seconded by Bruce Edwards) – Carried
• Requested Council advocate for a separate federal accessibility ministry (moved by Bruce Edwards, seconded by Lillian Watterworth) – Carried
• Adjourned meeting at 5:16 p.m. (moved by Bruce Edwards, seconded by Andrea Clarke) – Carried

Council Meeting

At the May 28, 2025 council meeting, members will consider several by-laws, including the Road Assumption By-law to add eight reserve blocks on Mahood-Johnston Drive to the public highway system and the Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy By-law. They will also vote on a lease by-law for McKechnie Pharmacy at the Hawthorne Community Medical Centre and approve an additional $30,000 from the Lifecycle Reserve Fund for playground equipment at Kin-Huron and Lake Huron Highlands parks. Staff will be directed to continue exploring a Municipal Accommodation Tax and Short-Term Rental Accommodation licensing. The meeting also includes public presentations and routine reports.

• Road Assumption By-law to assume Blocks 45, 47‑55 on Mahood-Johnston Drive as public highway
• Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy By-law to be read and passed as By-law No. 2025‑070
• McKechnie Pharmacy Lease By-law authorizing a 10‑year lease at Hawthorne Community Medical Centre (By-law No. 2025‑071)
• Motion to continue exploration of Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) and Short‑Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) licensing
• Approval of an additional $30,000 from the Lifecycle Reserve Fund for playground equipment at Kin-Huron and Lake Huron Highlands parks

The council adopted the May 14 meeting minutes and directed staff to keep exploring the Municipal Accommodation Tax and short‑term rental licensing. It passed a road assumption by‑law for several blocks on Mahood‑Johnston Drive, approved $30,000 for playground equipment at two parks, and enacted several by‑laws including the Delegation of Powers policy, the McKechnie Pharmacy lease, encroachment agreements for 4 Kuehner Street and 95 C John Street, and a part‑lot control exemption for Lot 6.

• Adopted May 14, 2025 council minutes (Carried)
• Directed staff to continue exploring Municipal Accommodation Tax and Short‑Term Rental Licensing (Yes 6, No 2, Carried)
• Passed Road Assumption By‑law for blocks on Mahood‑Johnston Drive (Carried)
• Approved $30,000 for playground equipment at Kin‑Huron Park and Lake Huron Highlands Park (Yes 6, No 2, Carried)
• Passed Delegation of Powers and Duties Policy By‑law No. 2025‑070 (Carried)
• Passed McKechnie Pharmacy Lease Agreement By‑law No. 2025‑071 (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare Encroachment Agreement for 4 Kuehner Street (Carried)
• Directed staff to prepare Encroachment Agreement for 95 C John Street (Carried)

Heritage Kincardine

The Heritage Kincardine Committee will review and update the Heritage Designation By-law for the 236 Harbour Street Lighthouse. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes and discussion of the 2025 workplan.

• Review 236 Harbour Street Lighthouse Heritage Designation By-law
• Adopt minutes from April 15, 2025
• Review 2025 Workplan and Goals
• Update Victoria Park heritage status
• Schedule summer meeting for July 15 or August 19

The committee approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 Heritage Kincardine meeting. A resolution to adjourn the May 20, 2025 meeting at 6:08 p.m. was also carried. Both resolutions were moved and seconded by council members and recorded as carried.

• Adopted April 15, 2025 Heritage Kincardine minutes (carried)
• Adjourned the May 20, 2025 meeting at 6:08 p.m. (carried)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will review a letter of support for a new Wild Wing sign and discuss updates to the on-street patio policy. The board will also hold a roundtable on Canada Day activities, Queen Street parking, and music schedules. Additionally, the body will review the May 2025 financial report.

• Proposed repeal of Resolution 04/15/25 - 02 to send a letter of support for a new Wild Wing sign
• Review of 9 key points for the on-street patio policy, including accessibility and multi-year approvals
• Discussion on 3-hour parking effectiveness on Queen Street
• Proposal for 'Jersey Day in Kincardine' on September 19th
• Recommendation to accept the May 2025 Accounts for Payment

The board approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting and adopted the May 2025 financial report. It repealed a prior motion and recommended sending a letter of support for Wild Wing's new signage. The board also approved the purchase of a microphone for about $300 to enable daily music on Queen Street. The meeting was adjourned at 10:04 AM.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (carried)
• Repealed prior motion and recommended letter of support for Wild Wing signage (carried)
• Approved May 2025 financial report (carried)
• Approved purchase of microphone (~$300) for Queen Street speakers (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:04 AM (carried)

Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine Council will discuss changing the composition of the 2026 elected Council and opposing the expansion of 'strong mayor powers.' The meeting also includes a decision on a Code of Conduct breach and updates to procurement and development agreements.

• Proposed reduction of Council to 5 members (Mayor, two Ward 1 Councillors, one Ward 2 Councillor, one Ward 3 Councillor)
• Motion to oppose Ontario government's 'strong mayor powers'
• Proposed one-week remuneration suspension for Councillor Stewart following a Code of Conduct breach
• Amending Development Agreement for 36 units at 8 Golf Links Road (Bradstones Development Inc.)
• Amendment to the 2025 Rates and Fees By-law to add fees for Municipal Event Vending

The council adopted two by‑laws (By‑law No. 2025‑066 and By‑law No. 2025‑067/068) and approved an amending agreement with Bradstones Development Inc. It also adopted amendments to the municipal procurement policy and endorsed the County of Bruce’s effort to explore a source‑separated organics program. Finally, the council formally opposed the Ontario government’s expansion of strong‑mayor powers, requesting their rescission.

• Adopted By‑law No. 2025‑066 (Rates & Fees Amendment) – Carried
• Passed Bradstones Amending Agreement By‑law No. 2025‑067 and Procurement Policy By‑law No. 2025‑068 – Carried
• Approved amending agreement with Bradstones Development Inc. and authorized Mayor and Clerk to execute – Carried
• Adopted amendments to Procurement Policy and repealed former Purchasing and Procurement Policy – Carried
• Endorsed County of Bruce’s source‑separated organics program and requested mayor consider funding – Carried
• Opposed Ontario’s strong‑mayor powers and requested rescission – Carried
• Deferred motion on SMART Board until response – Carried
• Defeated suspension of Councillor Stewart’s remuneration – Defeated

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will adopt the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. It will consider a minor variance application from Bartley Murphy for 246 Sunset Drive. The motion seeks approval to reduce the frontage of a proposed severed lot on Sprucedale Drive by approximately 27.7 m. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Adopt minutes of the March 12, 2025 Committee of Adjustment meeting
• Review and decide on Minor Variance Application A‑2025‑006 for 246 Sunset Drive
• Motion to approve reduced frontage of +/- 27.7 m on Sprucedale Drive
• Disclosure of pecuniary interests by committee members
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Committee adopted the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a minor variance for 246 Sunset Drive to allow a reduced frontage of approximately 27.7 m. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted March 12, 2025 Committee of Adjustment minutes (carried)
• Approved minor variance for 246 Sunset Drive permitting reduced frontage +/- 27.7 m (carried)
• Adjourned the Committee of Adjustment meeting (carried)

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider adopting the minutes from its April 17, 2025 meeting. It will review applications for on‑street patios in the downtown area, including The Daily Grind and Locals Pub & Eatery. The meeting also includes a presentation of a draft on‑street patio policy.

• Adopt minutes from the April 17, 2025 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting
• Review The Daily Grind on‑street patio application
• Review Locals Pub & Eatery patio applications for Durham St and Queen St
• Presentation of draft on‑street patio bylaw (with track changes)
• Schedule of upcoming committee meetings (May 29 and June 26, 2025)

The Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It passed a resolution requesting that every on‑street patio application be reviewed by the committee annually. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted April 17, 2025 minutes (Carried)
• Requested annual review of all patio applications (Carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will vote on a Local Official Plan amendment (L-2025-005) and adopt a 2025 Comprehensive Zoning By‑law that repeals By‑law 2003‑25. It will also approve reserve‑fund transfers of $488,269 for 2024 capital cost overruns and award contracts for a trackless sidewalk plow, a columbarium expansion, and a Phase Two water‑meter replacement program.

• Approve Local Official Plan Amendment L-2025-005 (Kincardine ARU Housekeeping) and related by‑law
• Adopt 2025 Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, repealing By‑law 2003‑25
• Authorize reserve and reserve fund transfers totaling $488,269 for capital cost overages
• Award Replacement Trackless Sidewalk Plow contract to Work Equipment for $227,619.79 (incl. HST)
• Award Phase Two Water Meter Replacement Program to KTI Utility Services for $847,842.87

Council approved the Local Official Plan Amendment L‑2025‑005 and adopted the 2025 Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, repealing By‑law 2003‑25. They approved changes to the procurement policy to align thresholds with OQCTA/CFTA and to promote Canadian purchasing up to $133,800. The council authorized $488,269 in reserve fund transfers for capital cost overruns and approved several contract awards, including a $227,619.79 trackless sidewalk plow, a $117,800 columbarium expansion, and an $847,842.87 water‑meter replacement program. Discussion on the Saugeen Mobility Enhanced Services Agreement was deferred until after the SMART meeting.

• Adopted Local Official Plan Amendment L‑2025‑005 and forwarded by‑law to Bruce County
• Adopted 2025 Comprehensive Zoning By‑law, repealing By‑law 2003‑25
• Modified procurement policy to align thresholds with OQCTA/CFTA and allow Canadian purchasing up to $133,800
• Authorized reserve fund transfers totaling $488,269 for capital cost overages
• Awarded trackless sidewalk plow contract to Work Equipment for $227,619.79 (incl. HST)
• Awarded Kincardine Columbarium Expansion contract to Origins Memorial Inc. for $117,800 (excl. HST)
• Awarded Phase Two Water Meter Replacement contract to KTI Utility Services for $847,842.87
• Deferred Saugeen Mobility Enhanced Services Agreement discussion to after SMART meeting

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review the Station Beach Boardwalk material change approved by council on March 26, 2025, discuss two design options for the Scott's Point Playground at 26 Zepf's Drive, and receive an update on the proposed repair of the emergency exit ramp at the Davidson Centre. The meeting will also adopt the February 27, 2025 minutes and confirm dates for upcoming committee meetings.

• Boardwalk material change for Station Beach (Council approved March 26, 2025) – Boardwalk Resolution.pdf, London Facility Accessibility Design Standards
• Two design options for Scott's Point Playground at 26 Zepf's Drive – Scotts Point Playground Options.pdf, Scotts Point Playground Maps.pdf
• Proposed repair of the emergency exit ramp at the Davidson Centre – DC Ramp repair - Oct 24 2024.pdf, DC Ramp Photo.pdf
• Adoption of Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes from February 27, 2025
• Schedule of upcoming meetings: May 8, 2025 (to be confirmed), May 29, 2025, June 26, 2025

The Accessibility Advisory Committee adopted the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Randy Norris and second by Miranda Graham, and the motion carried. The Committee then adjourned the meeting following a motion by Miranda Graham, seconded by Josh Easton, which also carried. The Committee discussed boardwalk material, playground design options, and a one‑year SMART service pilot, but no formal votes were recorded on those items.

• Adopted February 27, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)
• Supported one‑year SMART service pilot (no vote recorded)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will review the municipal sidewalk by-law and discuss patio application deadlines. The board will also consider the topic of BIA Bucks and receive updates on business forums and parking.

• Information session on Municipalities Sidewalk By-law by Adam Weishar
• Discussion on patio application deadline of May 2nd for Accessibility Committee review
• Discussion on BIA Bucks
• Updates on BR+E Survey, Blue Box Transition, and 3hr Parking
• Approval of accounts for payment

The board approved the March 18 BIA minutes. It voted to deny the proposed Wild Wing storefront sign. The April financial report was accepted. The meeting was adjourned at 10:11 AM.

• Approved March 18 BIA minutes (carried)
• Denied Wild Wing sign proposal (carried)
• Accepted April financial accounts (carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:11 AM (carried)

Heritage Kincardine

The Heritage Kincardine Committee will adopt the December 17, 2024 minutes and review its 2025 workplan and goals. It will discuss upcoming events such as the Ontario Heritage Conference in June and a Salt Mine plaque unveiling on July 1. New business includes a proposal to replace a sign and add window tinting to the heritage‑designated 315 Durham Market Square building, among other heritage inquiries and donation requests.

• Approve sign replacement and window tinting at 315 Durham Market Square (heritage building)
• Marine Heritage Festival proposal for Walker House
• Salt Mine plaque unveiling scheduled for July 1, 2025
• Ontario Heritage Conference June 19‑21, 2025 in Prince Edward County
• Stain glass donation request for Walker House

The committee appointed Sylvia Leigh as Chair and Cathy Ellis as Vice Chair for 2025. It adopted the December 17, 2024 meeting minutes. It approved a recommendation that the proposed new sign on 315 Durham Market Square be rejected, a ground‑mounted sign be installed, tinted vinyl window wrap be allowed, the 911 street‑number sign be incorporated into the ground sign, and existing holes be filled. The committee also directed staff to investigate the status of the Scougall photos and to include the Salt Mine plaque unveiling in Canada Day celebrations.

• Sylvia Leigh acclaimed as Chair (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑01, carried)
• Cathy Ellis acclaimed as Vice Chair (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑01, carried)
• Adopted December 17, 2024 Heritage Kincardine minutes (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑02, carried)
• Rejected building‑mounted sign for 315 Durham Market; recommended ground‑mounted sign (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑03, carried)
• Approved tinted‑only vinyl wrap on 315 Durham Market windows (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑03, carried)
• Approved incorporation of 911 street‑number sign into ground sign (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑03, carried)
• Approved removal of existing sign and filling of holes on 315 Durham Market (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑03, carried)
• Directed staff to investigate status of Scougall photos (Resolution #04/15/25 HK‑05, carried)

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will consider a zoning by‑law amendment for 9 Parkwood Road (Z‑2024‑068) and approve several large procurement contracts, including pickup trucks, hot‑mix paving and a bridge structure replacement. It will also adopt the Record Digitization Policy, declare the 1st Lane unopened road allowance surplus, and pass a series of by‑laws such as the Victim Support Grant Agreement and the Shane Watson CEMC appointment. These actions are presented as motions for approval during the meeting.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2024‑068 (Shipp) for 9 Parkwood Road
• Award contract to Finch Auto Group for three pickup trucks – $161,016.88 (including HST rebate)
• Award contract to Walker Construction for Hot Mix Paving on County Road 1 and Victoria/Cayley Street – $1,069,112.59 (including non‑refundable HST)
• Award contract to Roubos Farm Service Ltd. for Structure 2121 replacement – $2,910,404.28 (including payable HST)
• Declare 1st Lane unopened road allowance surplus for sale to abutting landowner

Council adopted the March 26, 2025 minutes and approved the Z‑2024‑068 zoning by‑law amendment for the Shipp property. It awarded three major contracts – a $161,016.88 fleet‑truck purchase to Finch Auto Group, a $1,069,112.59 hot‑mix paving contract to Walker Construction, and a $2,910,404.28 bridge‑structure replacement to Roubos Farm Service Ltd. The Record Digitization Policy and amended Records Management Policy were approved, while a motion to declare the “1 st Lane” road allowance surplus and a Bruce Avenue strip‑asphalt motion were both defeated. The Victim Support Grant Agreement By‑law and the Shane Watson CEMC Appointment By‑law were each passed.

• Adopted March 26, 2025 council minutes (Carried)
• Approved Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2024‑068 (Shipp) (Carried)
• Awarded fleet‑truck contract to Finch Auto Group for $161,016.88 (Carried)
• Awarded Hot Mix Paving contract to Walker Construction for $1,069,112.59 (Carried)
• Awarded Bridge Structure 2121 Replacement contract to Roubos Farm Service Ltd for $2,910,404.28 (Carried)
• Approved Record Digitization Policy and amended Records Management Policy (Carried)
• Defeated motion to declare “1 st Lane” road allowance surplus (Defeated)
• Defeated Bruce Avenue strip‑asphalt motion (Defeated)

Council Meeting

Council will consider and vote on the Area‑Specific Development Charges Background Study for the Highway 9 and Highway 21 Business Park lands and the accompanying by‑law. The council will also decide on several park and infrastructure matters, including a $70,000 playground consolidation project, the preferred surface material for the Station Beach boardwalk, and the award of a $304,786.47 gravel supply contract to Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd. Additional items include a review of sidewalk and signage by‑laws for AODA compliance and a request for staff direction on the municipal airport report.

• Approve the Area‑Specific Development Charges Background Study (Jan 24 2025) and pass the “Municipality of Kincardine 9/21 Business Park Area‑Specific Development Charge By‑law, 2025” as By‑law No. 2025.
• Award the 2025 Granular ‘A’ Gravel tender to Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd for $304,786.47 (including HST rebate).
• Approve $70,000 to consolidate the North Cedar Lane (Kin Huron Park) and Parkwood Road (Lake Huron Highlands) playgrounds and direct staff to conduct community engagement.
• Select the preferred surfacing for the Station Beach boardwalk (stamped concrete or composite with concrete at parking entrances).
• Repeal By‑law 2011‑143 and amend By‑law 2003‑136 to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

The council adopted the March 12 minutes and received step and conditions assessment reports, directing staff to incorporate their recommendations. It approved pressure‑treated wood with stamped concrete for the boardwalk after reconsidering earlier motions. The council approved the Area‑Specific Development Charges Background Study and passed the corresponding by‑law (No. 2025‑034). It also approved the parkland dedication amendment, the community emergency preparedness grant by‑law, and awarded the 2025 Granular ‘A’ gravel tender for $304,786.47.

• Adopted March 12, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Approved pressure‑treated wood with stamped concrete for boardwalk (carried)
• Approved Area‑Specific Development Charges Background Study (carried)
• Passed Development Charges By‑law No. 2025‑034 (carried)
• Passed Parkland Dedication Amendment By‑law No. 2025‑035 (carried)
• Passed Community Emergency Preparedness Grant By‑law No. 2025‑036 (carried)
• Awarded 2025 Granular ‘A’ gravel tender to Johnston Bros. (Bothwell) Ltd for $304,786.47 (carried)
• Directed staff to develop an Expression of Interest for former fire hall at 708 Queen Street (carried)

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will adopt the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes and accept the March 2025 financial accounts as presented. It will approve a $50.00 donation of BIA bucks to the Bruce County Smart Community Program for the Winter Campaign Contest. The board will also receive updates on the Blue Box transition, a Downtown Development Manager report, and schedule future meetings.

• Adopt February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Accept March 2025 financial accounts
• Approve $50.00 donation to Bruce County Smart Community Program
• Blue Box Transition information from Mark O'Leary

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider a minor variance application for 26 Parkwood Road to adjust lot frontage and accessory building height. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on March 12, 2025, in the Council Chambers.

• Adoption of October 9, 2024 minutes
• Minor Variance Application A39 Finnie at 26 Parkwood Rd
• Adjustment of lot frontage to 25.59m
• Adjustment of accessory building height to 6.7m

Council Meeting

The council will vote to pass two by-laws: the Hewitt Municipal Drain Maintenance Assessment By-law and the Water Financial Plan (2025) By-law. Staff will seek approval to exempt the Tiverton Arena concession booth from FADS requirements to allow an accessible washroom. A resolution will be considered to fund Mayor Kenneth Craig’s travel to the IAEA nuclear conference in Vienna on May 27, 2025.

• Adopt Hewitt Municipal Drain Maintenance Assessment By-law (By-law No. 2025)
• Adopt Water Financial Plan (2025) By-law (By-law No. 2025)
• Exempt Tiverton concession booth from FADS requirements for accessible washroom project
• Approve travel support for Mayor Kenneth Craig to IAEA conference in Vienna, May 27, 2025
• Refer Committee of Adjustment agenda for discussion

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the 2025 budget update. It will review the universal washroom plans for the Tiverton Sports Centre and receive a washroom audit update. The committee will adopt minutes from the December 19, 2024 and January 9, 2025 meetings and set dates for future meetings.

• 2025 Budget Update
• Presentation of Tiverton Sports Centre universal washroom plans
• Washroom Audit Update
• Adoption of minutes from Dec 19 2024 and Jan 9 2025
• Schedule of future meetings (Mar 13 2025, Apr 24 2025)

Council Meeting

Council will vote on the 2025 Budget By-law and discuss several infrastructure projects. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding development charges for the 9-21 Business Park and a review of the Bridge Master Plan.

• 2025 Budget By-law for final passage
• Contract award to CIMCO Refrigeration for $549,785 for Tiverton Sports Centre refrigeration plant
• Contract award to Athletica Sport Systems Inc. for $303,390 for Tiverton Sports Centre dasher boards and glass
• Public meeting on Area Specific Development Charges (ASDC) for 9-21 Business Park
• Proposed agreement with Huron Shores ATV Club for access to an unopened road allowance on Side Road 30

Special Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2025 Municipal Budget. Council will consider approving the draft 2025 capital and operating budget and directing staff to prepare the final budget by-law.

• Approval of draft 2025 capital and operating budget

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management will meet on February 18, 2025, at The Bruce in Kincardine. The agenda includes the adoption of January 21, 2025, meeting minutes, a report on the 2025 Budget Update, and a discussion on the Sidewalk Patio Process for 2025.

• Adoption of January 21, 2025, meeting minutes
• Sidewalk Patio Process for 2025
• 2025 Budget Update
• Accounts for Payment acceptance
• Affordable Housing Update

Council Meeting

Council adopted the minutes from the January meetings and approved the draft 2025 capital budget. The council approved an expanded Facilities project R127, allocating $440,000 from the Lifecycle Reserve Fund to replace refrigeration components at the Tiverton Sports Centre. A motion to fund a SMART enhanced transportation trial ($200,000 operating budget and $230,000 capital allocation) was deferred. The council also authorized a public meeting on the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2025 and considered options for the Blue Box recycling program.

• Approve $440,000 expansion of Facilities project R127 for Tiverton Sports Centre refrigeration, funded by the Lifecycle Reserve Fund
• Defer motion to allocate $200,000 operating budget and $230,000 capital budget for SMART enhanced transportation trial
• Authorize a public meeting on Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2025
• Consider two options for the Blue Box program: discontinue curbside collection for ineligible sources or investigate a drop‑off program at Armow Waste Management site
• Endorse Drinking Water Quality Management System Operational Plan Revision 12

Special Council Meeting

Council is meeting to continue deliberations on the 2025 Municipal Budget and may direct staff to draft the Budget By-law. The session includes decisions on specific funding requests and staffing changes.

• Proposed $230,000 in 2025 Capital Budget for enhanced accessible transportation services
• Decision on whether to waive $6,500 in on-street patio fees for 2025
• Proposed change in scope for a part-time position to Community Development Coordinator
• Reconsideration of the Broadway Street Multiuse Path deferral to the 2026 budget
• Request for direction on planning services budget for 705 Princes Street

Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine is considering a consolidated draft for a comprehensive zoning review and a new planning services agreement with Bruce County. Council is also deciding on a facility management contract for the W.E. Thompson Building and funding for downtown beautification.

• Proposed public meeting on February 12, 2025, for the Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw draft
• Contract award to Weiler’s Cleaning and Restoration Ltd. for $442,500 over 5 years
• Proposed $20,000 allocation from the 2025 CIP budget for the 'Spruce the Bruce' program
• Memorandum of Understanding for Planning Services with Bruce County
• Update on the Impact Assessment process for the Bruce C Nuclear project

Kincardine BIA

The Kincardine BIA Board of Management is meeting to appoint its leadership for 2025. The board will also review financial reports and the Downtown Development Manager's report.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of January 2025 accounts for payment
• Closed session to discuss the Downtown Development Manager Contract

Special Council Meeting

The Municipality of Kincardine is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2025 Municipal Budget. Council will review budget documents and consider specific project funding for the upcoming year.

• 2025 Budget deliberations
• Proposed $546,000 for Project I010 Broadway Street Multiuse Path

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Kincardine Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation to approve a proposal from Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART) for enhanced accessible transportation in the municipality. The recommendation specifies a 9‑passenger van or minivan option to be funded in the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of minutes and scheduling of future meetings.

• Recommendation to approve SMART enhanced accessible transportation proposal (9‑passenger van/minivan) for inclusion in the 2025 budget

Council Meeting

The Kincardine Council will consider several by‑laws, including the 2025 Interim Taxation By‑law that sets property tax instalment dates, a borrowing by‑law to authorize temporary funding, and a zoning amendment for 517 Concession 7. Council will also vote on a five‑year video streaming agreement with the Kincardine Bulldogs Club and a mutual‑agreement drain by‑law for the Kozak property. In addition, the council will appoint Don Huston as Acting Deputy Fire Chief. Public participation will be sought on the Campbell zoning application.

• Zoning By‑law Amendment Z‑2024‑046 for 517 Concession 7 (Campbell)
• Kozak Mutual Agreement Drain By‑law (environmental services)
• Bulldogs Video Agreement By‑law – 5‑year live‑streaming of Junior C games
• 2025 Interim Taxation By‑law (property tax instalments)
• 2025 Current Operating Borrowing By‑law (temporary borrowing)